New York Knicks DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Hawks. The Knicks will play the Suns on Sunday. As a result, he's expected to return for the second game of back-to-back outings. Karl-Anthony Towns will remain in the middle, as expected. However, Robinson's absence should mean Precious Achiuwa will see at least 20 minutes of action, with the former Raptor amassing 13 points, six rebounds, two blocks, and one steal in Wednesday's loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

New York Knicks guard Cameron Payne (ankle) will return from his four-game absence for Saturday's game against Atlanta. It's unknown if he'll see fewer minutes in his first game back from the layoff. But with Jalen Brunson (ankle) and Miles McBride (pelvis) still out, Payne will come off the bench behind Delon Wright, likely resulting in less work for Tyler Kolek and Landry Shamet, with the latter posting double-digit scoring outings in three of the Knicks' previous four contests.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Hawks. However, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, he's expected to return from his month-long absence on Sunday versus the Suns. Fortunately, Cameron Payne (ankle) is available and will come off the bench, likely meaning significantly less work for Landry Shamet and Tyler Kolek. Delon Wright, averaging 7.5 points, 5.0 assists, and 1.7 steals in six starts this season, will remain with the first five.

New York Knicks guard Cameron Payne (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with the Hawks. Payne had been filling in at the one spot in place of Jalen Brunson (ankle) and Miles McBride (pelvis). Unfortunately, he sprained his ankle in the March 26 matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers and has missed the last four games. Brunson has a chance to suit up on Saturday after missing nearly a month. Yet, if Brunson remains on the shelf and Payne can play, the latter would be worth considering for fantasy purposes, especially if he starts over Delon Wright.

New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (groin) remains out on Saturday against Atlanta. He has missed the last seven games because of a pelvic contusion. But it appears McBride is inching closer to a return, with Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reporting that the 24-year-old participated in Friday's practice session. With Jalen Brunson (ankle) also close to returning, it appears McBride will head back to the bench once he's cleared to suit up. As a result, he likely won't offer much from a fantasy standpoint once he's back on the court.