Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau will have tough call at starting center when Mitchell Robinson returns
NY Post
TORONTO — The Knicks have been in good hands at the center spot for a few months, and Isaiah Hartenstein continues to make a case to remain a starter even as Mitchell Robinson closes in on his return.
Robinson will miss his 51st consecutive game Wednesday night against the Raptors since suffering an ankle injury on Dec. 8 that required surgery.
That will delay for at least one more game the pending decision for Tom Thibodeau whether Robinson immediately will reclaim his starting role or if Hartenstein will continue to open games in his place.
Precious Achiuwa also has acquitted himself during the injury absences of Robinson, Julius Randle and OG Anunoby, including a 16-rebound game off the bench in Monday’s blowout win against the Pistons.
“I think that’s kind of what made our season so fun,” Hartenstein said after the game. “You kind of go through how many guys we’ve had out, just guys stepping up, it’s us playing together.
“I think if we didn’t play together how we’ve been doing, I don’t think we would be in the situation we are in right now. Just everyone playing together, everyone being unselfish, I think that’s kind of what makes our team right now.”
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