Mitchell Robinson

American basketball player, New York Knicks center

Mitchell Robinson - American basketball player, New York Knicks center
Born

April 1st, 1998
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American basketball player, born on April 1, 1998, gained recognition as a center for the New York Knicks in the NBA. Robinson played college basketball for the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers before declaring for the NBA Draft. Selected in the second round of the 2018 draft, he quickly established himself as a key contributor for the Knicks. Renowned for shot-blocking ability and defensive prowess, Robinson became an important asset for the team's interior defense, showcasing remarkable athleticism and skill on the court.

Selected 36th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft

Led the NBA in field goal percentage during the 2020-2021 season

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