The New York Knicks have something special in Mitchell Robinson. That fact was readily apparent down the stretch of the 2018-19 season. He is already one of the elite rim protectors in the game and although his offensive game is limited, he’s one of the best lob threats in the league.
He can play the same role that Rudy Gobert fills for the Utah Jazz. The Frenchman is a defensive anchor and a constant threat in the pick-and-roll on offense.
Floating a Rudy Gobert comparison may seem premature for Robinson, but it’s not as wild as it sounds.