Celtics Staff Back Mitchell Robinson Despite Rough On/Off Stats
Tony Dobbins says the Celtics are pleased with Mitchell Robinson, even as data shows a drop in team rating with him on the floor.
Mitchell Robinson, the Boston Celtics' center, is not facing the panic reaction that the outside world might expect. Inside the TD Garden, the staff remains extremely pleased with his progress. Tony Dobbins, the team's voice, stated, "I think we are all extremely pleased with what Mitch is doing," which dismisses the fan's desire for instant perfection.
Robinson has played just five games since joining the Celtics, and the team acknowledges that adapting to a new system requires time. However, the team's offensive rating drops significantly when Robinson is on the court, surrendering nearly four additional points per 100 possessions. This data, obtained from databallr.com, shows the Celtics were 13.5 points worse with Robinson in the lineup during the four games analyzed.
Despite the limited sample size, Robinson has been actively contributing to the team's success. During the season opener against the Detroit Pistons, he set a hard back screen, enabling Jayson Tatum to score a layup on the first play. He has also sustained an ankle injury, which is a setback, but Dobbins is optimistic and continues to help Robinson acclimate to the team's system.
In the recent win over the Chicago Bulls, Robinson finished with 11 points, four rebounds, and a block, providing a solid performance for a player still finding his rhythm. The Celtics boast the NBA's best center trio, which will help pace Robinson's development, so he does not have to carry the load alone.
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