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• Podcast Locked On Knicks host · Analysis · 7 h ago wording unclear in audio around the league

  Host's view: Drummond gives offensive rebounding and some passing, but not the interior defense, shot blocking and game-changing impact Mitchell Robinson brought off the bench last year.

  “KNICKS POSTCAST: What went WRONG as Knicks Fall to 0-3 | POSTGAME LIVE” at 7:04 · listen ↗

• Podcast Hardwood Knocks host · Report · Oct 24 around the league

  Andre Drummond was strong in the first half of the Knicks opener, grabbing offensive rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns was in foul trouble. Drummond played under seven minutes in the second half. Both hosts sell the idea that backup center is fine; one says New York still needs to trade for another big and mentions James Wiseman as an option.

  “The 2026-27 NBA Overreactions Draft!” at 1:23:05 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Celtics host (unnamed) (reported), via Locked On NBA · Relayed report · Oct 24 around the league

  In Boston's 107-103 win over New York, Mitchell Robinson was in foul trouble. Neemias Queta played great in his minutes.

  “BEST NBA NIGHT EVER! YOU HAD TO BE THERE!” at 15:50 · listen ↗

  also reported by Locked On Celtics host

• Podcast Locked On Celtics · 9 points · Oct 24
  • There are still chemistry issues: one Jayson Tatum alley-oop to Mitchell Robinson was way off target. The host says they are still working on the timing. at 6:45
  • The host calls Robinson's game a big step forward from the Detroit game. at 13:21
  • In one pick-and-roll, which the host thinks was with Jayson Tatum, Robinson's roll pulled in the defense. That left Derrick White wide open on the left wing, and he made the three. at 13:31
  • The Celtics ran a creative sequence of screens to set up a Robinson alley-oop. The host thinks Derrick White threw it. at 13:49
  • Robinson picked up two early fouls. Neemias Queta stepped in and played generally pretty well. at 14:12
  • The host's view: start Robinson and bring Neemias Queta off the bench. He doesn't think Robinson can yet be counted on for a set number of minutes off the bench, while Queta can fill the gaps. at 15:25
  • After the first quarter, the host observed Joe Mazzulla splitting the center minutes in roughly six-minute stints between Robinson and Neemias Queta. The host thought it worked fine. at 16:38
  • In the fourth quarter the Celtics had four team fouls, one away from the penalty. The host says the center substitution pattern changed somewhat because they didn't want the opponent to hack Robinson. at 16:21
  • The host argues that with Neemias Queta and Robinson in foul trouble, Garza's stretch let both sit and avoid third fouls. He sees it as the stretch where the Celtics 'didn't lose the game.' at 23:30

  “Jayson Tatum DOMINATES, Comes Up CLUTCH in Win over New York Knicks” · listen ↗

• Podcast KG Certified · 2 points · Oct 24
  • Per the hosts, Boston lost Jaylen Brown and added new pieces including Mitchell Robinson (coming from the Knicks) and Paul George. at 1:18:13
  • Mitchell Robinson started game one at center for Boston. Hosts question whether he is still a starting center. One host would start him; the other is fine with Neemias Queta starting and Robinson off the bench, but wants to see more. at 1:21:25

  “Ant & LaMelo Look Dangerous, LeBron Takes On Embiid and KG Believes in Luka’s Lakers | KG CERTIFIED” · listen ↗

• Bluesky Keith Smith (@keithsmithnba.bsky.social) · Report · Oct 23

  I'm going to keep bringing this up for a bit: Neemias Queta should start with Mitchell Robinson coming off the bench. Queta earned that starting spot last year. Robinson has been awesome off the bench. Feels like both guys would be better in those roles.

  original post ↗

  also reported by Locked On Celtics host

• Podcast Locked On Knicks · 2 points · 40 h ago
  • Gavin Schall: The host argues the Knicks have a structural flaw they did not have last year: losing Mitchell Robinson's defensive floor. With Drummond, that baseline becomes a variable, which he says could cost a playoff series. at 2:52
  • Gavin Schall: Mitchell Robinson, a former Knick, now plays for the Celtics. Against the Knicks he had 4 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists in 22 minutes. at 6:16

  “This Is More Than A Championship Hangover For The New York Knicks” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Knicks host · Report · Oct 23 around the league

  Mitchell Robinson played for the other side (Boston) against the Knicks. He had an alley-oop dunk and a couple of hard fouls, and was in foul trouble.

  “KNICKS POSTCAST: The CHAMPS Fall to 0-2 vs. Celtics REACTION” at 5:36 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Celtics · 2 points · Oct 22
  • Mitchell Robinson (reported): The host relays that Robinson is mad at himself for how he played and used words the host can't repeat to describe his performance. The original source is not stated. at 18:20
  • Host: the bigs, Robinson and Neemias Queta, will largely decide who becomes the second-leading scorer. Their pick-and-roll, short rolls and screens are what free up the perimeter players. at 26:20

  “Mailbag: Blown Leads, Trading Jayson Tatum, and Who is the Second Option?” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Knicks · 2 points · Oct 22
  • Gavin Schall: In the Locked On NBA clip, Shaw said the Knicks replaced Mitchell Robinson with Andre Drummond and didn't really add any other significant pieces. He thinks this makes them a little worse. at 3:36
  • Gavin Schall: Shaw (inferred) says Drummond had an incredible first half against the Sixers, but calls him a downgrade from Mitchell Robinson, especially for the playoffs. at 25:30

  “DEBATE: Are Knicks Fans DELUSIONAL For Thinking They Can Go Back To Back?” · listen ↗

• Podcast Zach Lowe, The Zach Lowe Show · Analysis · Oct 22 wording unclear in audio around the league

  Lowe calls Drummond a downgrade from Mitchell Robinson on defense and on the offensive glass, and above all a much less dangerous pick-and-roll finisher. That weakens the Brunson-Robinson pick-and-roll lineups the Knicks used while Karl-Anthony Towns rested.

  “Opening Night Overreactions, Alarming Trends, Hot Takes, and More!” at 12:01 · listen ↗

  also reported by Tom Westerholm, Locked On Celtics

• Podcast Locked On Celtics · 4 points · Oct 21
  • Mitchell Robinson twisted his ankle in the opener; the replay looked painful. The speaker said he might have been hobbling for the rest of the game. Later the hosts said he was hobbled at the point when Garza was used. at 17:43
  • John Karalis: A host or guest said the Celtics had no choice but to play Garza: Queta was in foul trouble and Robinson was hobbled. at 20:08
  • Tom Westerholm: A host or guest said Mitchell Robinson has to be an effective pick-and-roll roll man and offensive rebounder to take pressure off Jayson Tatum. at 17:30
  • John Karalis: Before the season, the speaker's number one storyline was Mitchell Robinson's evolution. The wing question is a close second because one of the wings needs to emerge and grab a role. at 4:53

  “Boston Celtics Bigs CRITICAL to Team Success | ONE THING Jayson Tatum MUST Fix” · listen ↗

• Podcast Gil's Arena · 2 points · Oct 21
  • The Knicks ran back most of their championship roster, with Drummond replacing Mitchell Robinson. at 57:02
  • A panelist said losing Mitchell Robinson was a big loss for the Knicks because of his hustle. at 59:36

  “Bron's Sixers SPOIL Knicks Ring Night, SGA Humbles Wemby & PG's Celtics Debut Sets The Arena Off! Part 1” · listen ↗

• Podcast First Take host · Analysis · Oct 21 name not confirmed around the league

  A panelist Russo said Boston got two picks, and that the money saved allows them to sign Mitchell Robinson.

  “Hour 1: What's the biggest reason the 76ers won last night?” at 35:41 · listen ↗

• Podcast Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · 3 points · Oct 21 partly checked episode
  • In his first game as a Knick, Andre Drummond had 12 points and 14 rebounds (seven offensive) in 24 minutes. The host said offensive rebounding is what Mitchell Robinson provided last year. at 10:29
  • Mitchell Robinson started his first game as a Celtic. A host was a little surprised, because you have to be careful not to play him too many minutes. He played 18 minutes and had one offensive rebound. at 18:04
  • Mitchell Robinson turned an ankle early in the game. The host did not know how much it affected him. at 18:19

  “Full Opening Night Reaction - What Stars Made Major Statements?” · listen ↗

• Podcast Hardwood Knocks host · Relayed report · Oct 21 around the league

  Celtics moves mentioned: a Jordan Walsh extension and adding Mitchell Robinson, whom the Knicks lost. Boston's bigs are Robinson, Queta and Luka Garza.

  “2026-27 NBA Awards Predictions AND Wild Card Picks” at 1:18:10 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On NBA · 5 points · Oct 21
  • Gavin Shaw (reported): Gavin Shaw described the Knicks as "down Mitchell Robinson" and called it a potential issue. Later in the episode, the hosts discuss Mitchell Robinson playing center for the Celtics. at 16:51
  • The Celtics put Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson on Ausar Thompson for long stretches. In the fourth quarter, Detroit attacked that coverage by using him as the DHO screener on almost every play. Because the bigs sagged instead of coming up to the level, Duncan Robinson got clean looks or drew fouls. at 32:05
  • Kukiel said Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren bullied Mitchell Robinson and Neemias Queta on the glass. He said Boston could not punish Detroit's small-ball lineups with John Collins at the five. at 33:27
  • Mitchell Robinson (reported): John relayed that Mitchell Robinson admitted after the game that he got beaten badly on the glass ("got his ass kicked on the glass"). John said Robinson played terribly. at 33:51
  • Kukiel predicted that Mitchell Robinson will not keep struggling on the boards. at 35:55

  “Thunder SWAT Down Spurs, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren Make Opening STATEMENT” · listen ↗

• Podcast Gavin Schall, Locked On Knicks · Analysis · Oct 21 wording unclear in audio around the league

  He said you could see the Knicks missing Mitchell Robinson, whom he described as a player the Knicks lost.

  “The Knicks Have One Concern Coming Out Of Ring Night” at 13:00 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Pistons host · Opinion · Oct 20 wording unclear in audio around the league

  Host opinion: Jalen Duren was a monster on the glass and won his matchup with Mitchell Robinson and Boston's other center.

  “Detroit Pistons STUN Boston Celtics With Unbelievable Second-Half Comeback Led By... Javonte Green!?” at 10:17 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Celtics · 6 points · Oct 20
  • Joe Mazzulla started Tatum, Paul George, Mitchell Robinson, Derrick White and Jordan Walsh. at 7:55
  • Host says Mitchell Robinson tweaked an ankle during the game. No further detail was given on severity or status. at 15:53
  • Mitchell Robinson's timing was off early against Detroit's physical defense. Three of his first four or five plays were an offensive foul on a screen, a mishandled alley-oop and a thrown-away ball. at 15:29
  • Neemias Queta was good defensively in the second quarter but not in the second half. He played 22 minutes for 3 points, and Mitchell Robinson had 4 points. at 16:27
  • Each center, Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson, had only one offensive rebound. The host calls this a killer because offensive rebounding and steals were Boston's preseason strengths. at 16:39
  • Host leaves open how Mitchell Robinson will do as a starter and whether he can build chemistry. He notes the Bulls and Knicks will be different tests from Detroit. at 32:15

  “Boston Celtics BLOW a Huge Lead, LOSE Season Opener To Detroit Pistons” · listen ↗

• Podcast Colin Cowherd, The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Report · Oct 20 around the league

  Colin says Mitchell Robinson is 'gone' for the Knicks. He does not say whether this means Robinson left the team or is unavailable.

  “THE HERD – HOUR 2 – Herd Hierarchy: Chiefs, Bears & Bills | Nick Wright on LeBron & 76ers” at 18:48 · listen ↗

• Podcast First Take · 2 points · Oct 20
  • The Celtics added Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley to try to fill a void, and Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the team. at 20:44
  • Windhorst says the Celtics shoot a lot of threes and sometimes miss many of them, so they signed Mitchell Robinson, one of the best offensive rebounders of this generation, away from a main rival. at 21:42

  “Hour 1: Which team is the biggest threat to a Knicks Repeat?” · listen ↗

• RotoWire Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston · Report · Oct 20

  Mitchell Robinson: Drawing start at center — Robinson will open the season as the starting center Tuesday against Detroit, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

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• Podcast It Is What It Is host · Relayed report · Oct 20 around the league

  The Knicks added Andre Drummond this season. Mitchell Robinson left the Knicks for the Celtics.

  “NBA Is Officially BACK, GM Survey Is WILD Disrespectful & Are The Knicks Being Slept On?” at 2:25 · listen ↗

• Podcast Gil's Arena host · Prediction · Oct 20 around the league partly checked episode

  Evan Turner picked the Celtics. He believes in Paul George and Peyton Pritchard, said Boston has a better team, and thinks that with Mitchell Robinson there, Boston's top eight or nine can match Detroit's output.

  “GIL'S ARENA NBA FANTASY DRAFT WITH $100K ON THE LINE ! Part 2” at 1:06:36 · listen ↗

• Podcast Dave DuFour, The Athletic NBA Daily · Report · Oct 20 around the league

  The Knicks lost Mitchell Robinson, whom a host calls a key piece of last year's title team.

  “Final Considerations Ahead of NBA Opening Night” at 8:10 · listen ↗

• Podcast NBA Today host · Analysis · Oct 20 around the league

  An unidentified host said the Knicks brought back nine of their top ten players. Mitchell Robinson was the one who left, and not all of their contracts were lined up.

  “Let the Games Begin!” at 5:19 · listen ↗

• Podcast Gavin Schall, Locked On Knicks · Analysis · Oct 20 around the league

  The host says the Knicks no longer have Mitchell Robinson to turn to in the Embiid matchup.

  “The Knicks Will Exploit The Sixers Fatal Flaw On Ring Night” at 13:02 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Celtics · 3 points · Oct 19
  • Tom Westerholm: Tom Westerholm thinks Mazzulla sees rim protectors Mitchell Robinson and Neemias Queta as the license for perimeter gambles. If a gamble misses, the bigs are back there, and Tatum can help on the rebound. at 10:55
  • All-Defense picks: Derrick White and Mitchell Robinson. White was later called "just a lock". The hosts wondered whether Robinson will play enough games to meet a games limit. at 32:07
  • John Karalis: John Corrales says the East finalist will be decided by health and matchups. For Boston that hinges on whether they have Mitchell Robinson and Paul George. He also called the Raptors' defense scary. at 36:16

  “Boston Celtics Season Preview: SURPRISES, Win Predictions, and Awards” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On NBA host · Analysis · Oct 19 around the league

  The Celtics host says Boston has Mitchell Robinson to defend the rim and provide vertical spacing, and will keep generating threes and swarming on defense.

  “Ranking ALL 30 NBA Teams! Our Official 2026-27 Tier List” at 43:34 · listen ↗

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