New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is expected to be available for Game 1 of the NBA Finals after fully participating in practice following right hand surgery. The 28-year-old fractured his fifth metacarpal bone but took part in light shooting and drills while wearing a black wrap over his shooting hand. Robinson is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game at the San Antonio Spurs.

Robinson has been crucial to New York's playoff run, appearing in 13 of 14 postseason games while averaging 5.3 points and 5.5 rebounds in 14.2 minutes off the bench. He missed Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinal due to illness but has now recovered enough to potentially help the Knicks in their first Finals appearance since 1999.

The Knicks are seeking their first NBA championship since 1973, and Robinson's potential availability gives them a significant boost. The team has navigated injuries throughout the playoffs but continues to fight for a title that would end a 53-year drought in New York. Robinson's return could be the deciding factor in this championship series.