BOSTON — The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed a free-agent center who brings elite defense, rebounding, and valuable playoff experience.
After signing Mike Conley, a 19-year veteran point guard, Boston added former New York Knicks role player Mitchell Robinson to a three-year, $47.4 million deal, according to Shams Charania.
Free agent center Mitchell Robinson has agreed to a three-year, $47.4 million deal to sign with the Boston Celtics, with a player option in third season, sources tell ESPN. Robinson departs the Knicks after serving a key role on the historic championship team. pic.twitter.com/tl3R6nlU1m
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 1, 2026
Robinson, an eight-year veteran, averaged 5.7 points and 8.8 rebounds in 60 regular-season games for the NBA Champion Knicks last season.
Robinson has appeared in 53 postseason games for the Knicks over the last four years.
The seven-foot, 28-year-old also finished eighth in Defensive Player of the Year voting in 2025-26.
The NBA free agency negotiation period officially opened on Tuesday night. Official contracts can’t be signed until Sunday, July 6.
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