New York Knicks' center Mitchell Robinson underwent surgery on Monday to address the left ankle injury that forced him out of Game 1 of the team's playoff series against the Indiana Pacers. The surgery was performed following consultation with his surgeon and medical team. This information was disclosed by a source familiar with the situation who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity.
Robinson's decision to proceed with the surgery came after being sidelined last week due to a stress injury in his ankle. The current plan is for Robinson to undergo a reevaluation in six to eight weeks to assess his recovery progress.
This marks the second surgical procedure on Robinson's ankle this season. Earlier in the season, he had to deal with a stress fracture in the same ankle, which led to his absence from the court. Despite his return later in the season as a backup to Isaiah Hartenstein, Robinson faced another setback during the first-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers, causing him to miss a game.
The New York Knicks, who are already grappling with multiple injuries, are currently tied 2-2 with the Indiana Pacers in the playoff series. The team is gearing up to host Game 5 on Tuesday as they aim to advance in the postseason.
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