INDIANAPOLIS – Before Mitchell Robinson’s fateful ankle injury last season, the title was gaining traction:

I believe it was first uttered by Tom Thibodeau and realization arrived quickly that the coach was probably right.

Back then, Steven Adams was the only real competition.&nbsp;

Regardless of when the postseason ends for the Knicks, Robinson has turned into a success story.{ai:summary}<p>Mitchell Robinson was gaining recognition as the best offensive rebounder in the NBA before his ankle injury last season. Coach Tom Thibodeau's endorsement highlighted Robinson's skills, with Steven Adams being his main competitor at the time. </p><p>#sports</p>

Knicks reaping playoff rewards of their Mitchell Robinson gamble

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