New York — Center Mitchell Robinson is expected to exit the New York Knicks as the franchise grapples with the NBA’s restrictive second-apron salary threshold, the New York Post reported Thursday.
The June 25, 2026 report indicated that the club’s current payroll trajectory leaves little financial room to retain Robinson while staying clear of the league’s most punitive cap line. Team officials are weighing roster moves designed to keep spending under the second apron, a step that would avoid costly penalties and preserve future flexibility.
Robinson, 28, has spent his entire career with the Knicks, anchoring the paint with shot-blocking and rebounding. His future now hinges on New York’s need to shed salary before the upcoming season.
No timetable was provided for a final decision, but the Post noted that the Knicks are already exploring options to restructure the roster ahead of free agency.
Source: New York Post
