Mitchell Robinson made a significant impact in Game 5 between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. Despite missing Game 4 due to an ankle injury, Robinson was listed as a game-time decision for Game 5 and ultimately took the court.
In the second quarter, Robinson showcased his athleticism by converting an alley-oop pass from Josh Hart into a powerful slam dunk over Joel Embiid. This play electrified the crowd and demonstrated Robinson's ability to contribute on both ends of the court.
By halftime, Robinson had accumulated 2 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks in just 11 minutes of play. His defensive efforts were particularly noteworthy as he helped limit Embiid to 8 points on 3-of-10 shooting, along with 9 rebounds and 3 turnovers.
Robinson's season has been marked by challenges, including a significant ankle injury in December that sidelined him for 50 games. However, he has shown resilience and determination in his return to the court, averaging 6.2 points, 11.3 rebounds, 1.4 blocks, and 1.2 steals in the month leading up to his injury.
A victory against the 76ers in Game 5 would propel the Knicks to the second round of the playoffs for the second consecutive season. The last time the Knicks achieved this feat was during the 1998-1999 and 1999-2000 seasons, highlighting the significance of their potential advancement.
If the 76ers secure a win in Game 5, the series will return to Philadelphia for Game 6 on Thursday, setting the stage for a pivotal matchup between the two teams.
