Mitchell Robinson is poised to make his long-awaited return to the New York Knicks, being upgraded to questionable for their upcoming games against the Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat. Robinson, who underwent ankle surgery in the offseason, played a crucial role as the team's starting center last year, known for his elite offensive rebounding and shot-blocking abilities.

In his absence, Karl-Anthony Towns has stepped in, averaging career-high rebounds and providing a strong scoring presence alongside Jalen Brunson. The Knicks have significantly relied on their starting lineup, leading the NBA in minutes played together, which adds importance to Robinson's return. His presence should alleviate the workload on the starters and help fill the gap left by the injured Ariel Hukporti.