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The Knicks are still awaiting clarity on Mitchell Robinson‘s availability for Game 1 of the NBA Finals. According to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, coach Mike Brown said Robinson participated in individual work during practice but did not provide a firm update on his status after the backup center recently underwent surgery on his pinkie.

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NBA reveals long-awaited court designs for 2026 Finals

With the San Antonio spurs and New York Knicks matched up in the 2026 NBA Finals, the league officially revealed the long-awaited designs for both courts that will be used throughout the series.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / May 31

Mike Breen compares Jalen Brunson’s mental toughness to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant

Jalen Brunson has led the Knicks to their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. According to longtime Knicks and ESPN broadcaster Mike Breen, that’s no accident.

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker / May 31

Jalen Brunson poised to make NBA history in Knicks-Spurs Finals

The New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs are slated to duke it out in the NBA Finals, and the series will put the spotlight on Brunson.

Youthful Spurs favored over red-hot Knicks in NBA Finals

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly has NBA Finals plan after finger injury

Garrett Wilson, Aaron Glenn want Jets to follow in Knicks' footsteps

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How many of the most recent players to make at least 10 three-pointers in the same game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Mitchell Robinson News / New York Knicks on SI / May 31

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson Could Have Rough Time Against Spurs in Finals

The 2025-26 NBA Finals are officially set, as the Knicks' final postseason opponent has been set. After outlasting the defending champion Thunder in an

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 31

Josh Hart’s hilarious twist on being guarded by Victor Wembanyama

Josh Hart has been playing a pivotal role for the New York Knicks in their run to the NBA Finals, but they’ll need everything he’s got left in the tank when they take on Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 31

Dave Portnoy hates to say ‘real ball knowers’ know Knicks will beat Spurs

Fans of the New York Knicks have been going wild as their team has pushed through to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. The Knicks now have a chance to defeat the San Antonio Spurs and claim their first championship since 1973.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 31

3 Knicks bold predictions for 2026 NBA Finals upset of Spurs

With the 2026 NBA Finals now set, all eyes will be on the city of San Antonio and the mecca of basketball New York City. Both storied franchises earned their keep to challenge for the Larry O’Brien trophy, but only one team will emerge victorious.

Mitchell Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 31

How Mitchell Robinson’s injury impacts Knicks’ NBA Finals plans

The New York Knicks’ NBA Finals matchup is set. They will face the San Antonio Spurs, a team against whom they won two of their three matchups in 2025-26.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Larry Brown Sports / May 31

Karl-Anthony Towns’ shirt for his Knicks debut foreshadowed the NBA Finals

NBA fans noticed something cool about the shirt Karl-Anthony Towns wore to his first New York Knicks game in 2024 in light of the NBA Finals matchup. The San Antonio Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday to clinch a berth in the Finals against the Knicks.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / May 31

The Knicks' Medical Staff Led by Casey Smith Has Quietly Been Their Ace in the Hole

Much of the talk in recent days surrounding the Knicks is centering on the injured pinky of Mitchell Robinson. Head coach Mike Brown was adamant that the big man didn’t suffer the injury during a game or practice (h/t @KnicksBeast).

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Mikal Bridges News / New York Knicks on SI / May 31

Mikal Bridges' Finals Experience Already Coming in Handy for Knicks

While the Knicks' main rotation features many veteran players brought in as outside additions, the Finals are uncharted territory for most of them. In fact, only Jordan Clakrson and Mikal Bridges have played for the title before.

NBA News / Knicks X-Factor / May 31

OK, see ya! Knicks to face Spurs in NBA Finals rematch

It’s said that everything’s bigger in Texas. The New York Knicks certainly hope revenge is included on that list. The Knicks finally know who they’ll face in the upcoming NBA Finals after the San Antonio Spurs took a 111-103 decision from the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night’s Western Conference Finals finale.

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New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 30

Mitchell Robinson has profane message for his critics after his injury

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson had a message for the haters after news emerged regarding his injury ahead of the NBA Finals.

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly has NBA Finals plan after finger injury

Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson breaks right pinkie finger

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New York Knicks News / HITC / May 30

Forget fatigue: The Knicks’ week-long break became a game-changing strategy

The Knicks head into the NBA Finals with an eight-day gap between games, while the winner of Spurs-Thunder Game 7 has no time to catch their breath. This doesn’t just shift the conversation from rust to rotation; it also adds a tactical layer for how coaches approach their lineups early in the series.

New York Knicks News / HITC / May 30