Mitchell Robinson Responds After Isaiah Hartenstein Leaves Knicks

"Got something cooking up just wait," Robinson's post read.

Robinson was the starting center at the beginning of the season, but an ankle injury required surgery and kept him on the sidelines for nearly four months. He returned in late March off the bench and participated in six games for the Knicks playoff run. However, in Game 1 against the Indiana Pacers, Robinson tweaked his ankle, forcing him out of the rest of the series. Robinson then opted for another surgery on the ankle.

The social media post could be coincidental as nothing directly connects his story to the Hartenstein news, but the timing is awfully suspicious. The Knicks will likely go into next season with Robinson back in the starting lineup alongside Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Julius Randle. He's New York's best option currently given the situation.

Robinson started all but 13 of his appearances over the past three seasons before the 2023-24 campaign, so it's a role he's used to. That being said, he has expressed frustration in the past with his role, which focused more on his defense than offense. However, with a roster able to contend for the NBA Finals and several other offensive weapons on the floor, perhaps Robinson will be excited about the opportunity that could be presented in front of him.

Robinson could also be included in an upcoming trade as the Knicks look to re-shuffle the deck following the Bridges trade. Maybe he's "cooking up" a more formal trade request that will give him the opportunity to be more of a contributor for another team on the offensive end.

Either way, Robinson is facing a big offseason for his personal growth and Knicks fans should be intrigued by what he's cooking.