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Mitchell Robinson transfer to Boston Celtics

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Mitchell Robinson has moved from the New York Knicks to the Boston Celtics following the NBA offseason. The transition occurred as the Celtics' ownership opted not to exceed the second salary cap apron. Robinson signed a three-year contract valued at approximately $47.3 to $47.4 million. Robinson, formerly the longest-tenured member of the Knicks, brings significant interior presence to Boston. He is recognized as an elite offensive rebounder and a high-percentile shot-blocker, having recorded a block on 27% of his shot contests. Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens described Robinson as a “proven” player who “just makes teams better.” Under head coach Joe Mazzulla, Robinson is expected to compete for rotation minutes with Neemias Queta, who recently earned a contract extension through 2031. During the team’s Media Day at the Auerbach Center, Robinson expressed a strong rapport with Coach Mazzulla, noting that the coach “treats players as people rather than just athletes.” Teammate Neemias Queta also praised Robinson’s rebounding capabilities and his impact on the team’s defensive structure. In the regular-season opener against the Detroit Pistons, the Celtics lost 121-113 despite a franchise-record 38 points from Paul George in his debut. Boston held a 22-point lead early in the third quarter but surrendered the game following a 23-0 fourth-quarter run by Detroit. Following the game, the NBA fined Paul George $2,000 for flopping. Reflecting on the loss, Robinson expressed dissatisfaction with his debut, specifically citing struggles with rebounding. He stated, “I got my ass kicked on the glass. I can’t have no starts like that.” Robinson noted he was slow in several areas but indicated he would be fine following a minor ankle tweak. ~~His next game will be against his former team, the New York Knicks.~~

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