Not defending at critical moments? There is no need for Knicks fans to blame too much for the substitute center?

In the previous NBA Eastern Conference G1, the Indiana Pacers, ranked fourth in the Eastern Conference in the regular season, defeated the New York Knicks, ranked third in the Eastern Conference in the regular season after a tough overtime battle, 138-135 after a tough game. After this game, the Pacers successfully completed the following draws, gained a 1-0 advantage in the first round of the series, and regained the home advantage.

In this game, the Knicks' substitute center Mitchell Robinson performed well. Robinson played 20 minutes and 52 seconds in the game, made 0 of 1 shot and 0 of 2 free throws, scored 2 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal and 1 block, and 1 foul, with a plus-minus value of 0. Robinson did not make any scoring contributions on the offensive end, but he also had a pretty good ability to compete for the frontcourt rebounds and won many opportunities for the team to take the second offensive. Robinson also showed some inside defense roles on the defensive end. Robinson had some problems with his defense at critical moments, but on the other hand, if it weren't for his outstanding performance in the previous stage, the Knicks might not be able to fight until the last moment. Considering Robinson's personal ability and characteristics, it is already quite good that he can perform like this.

In the NBA regular season this season, Robinson was affected by injury and played 17 games in 82 games, averaging 17 minutes per game, with averaging 5.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.1 blocks, and 0.6 turnovers and 1.5 fouls, with a shooting percentage of 66.1% and a free throw percentage of 68.4%. In the playoffs, Robinson averaged 18.7 minutes in the first 13 games, with averaging 4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 0.4 assists, 0.9 steals, 0.5 blocks, and 0.7 turnovers and 1.9 fouls. He shot 51.5% from the field and 37.5% from free throws.

Robinson's overall performance during the playoffs was actually quite good, especially on the defensive end. His personal defense ability is excellent. His movement speed and athletic ability are very outstanding among inside players. He can also complete various defensive tasks on the defensive end. He has played a key effect on the defensive end in many games, which is also an important factor that his playing time during the playoffs is more than the regular season. As a substitute, Robinson has also played his value well. As for exerting one's own defensive skills in every round, it is obviously unrealistic. Knicks fans should not blame Robinson for losing the game and being killed, which seems a bit inexplicable.