Ex-Knick Mitchell Robinson reveals how he injured hand before NBA Finals: 'Broke down in tears'

Mitchell Robinson has explained how he fractured his right hand before the NBA Finals, describing the moment that led to his injury. The former Knicks center revealed that he hit one of his trucks after learning his brother had been in a car accident, and he fractured the fifth metacarpal, later undergoing surgery while continuing to play through the Finals with his hand wrapped. The 28-year-old, who signed a three-year, $47.4 million contract with the rival Boston Celtics after New York won its first title in 53 years, said he did not miss any games. He detailed the sequence in a Facebook post, including receiving a late-night call and fearing his brother had died after a FaceTime. Robinson also discussed personal struggles affecting performance earlier in the season. The article notes that while his minutes were limited using the “Hack-a-Mitch” strategy by the Spurs, he was impactful when on the court.