Knicks Sign Veteran Center as Mitchell Robinson Replacement: Report
Summary
The New York Knicks signed veteran center Andre Drummond to replace Mitchell Robinson, who left to join the Boston Celtics. Drummond agreed to a one-year contract and will provide experienced backup minutes similar to Robinson’s role.Key Facts
- Mitchell Robinson left the Knicks for the Boston Celtics with a three-year, $47.4 million deal.
- The Knicks signed Andre Drummond for one year at $3.9 million.
- Drummond played last season for the Philadelphia 76ers as a backup center.
- He averaged 6.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game last season.
- Drummond has a career free-throw shooting percentage of about 49%, which is low.
- The Knicks drafted two guards in the second round: Jack Kayil and Tyler Nickel.
- The Knicks aim to keep their core team intact and compete for the championship again in 2026-27.
- Other NBA teams like the Lakers were also considering Drummond before his Knicks signing.
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