Can the Boston Celtics get the best out of Mitchell Robinson?

Mitchell Robinson has had a difficult start to his career with the Boston Celtics. The veteran center has been unable to make a significant impact on the court, both in terms of scoring and rebounding. Specifically, Robinson's screening has been a major concern, as it has hindered Joe Mazzulla's offense, which relies heavily on a center's ability to create separation for shooters and/or ball-handlers.

The statistical evidence is clear: with Robinson on the floor, Boston's offensive rating was a disappointing 97, placing them last in the NBA. However, when Robinson was substituted out, the team's offensive rating jumped to an impressive 123.5.

These statistics are based on a limited sample size, as Robinson has only played in seven regular-season games for the Celtics. It is evident that he is still adjusting to the new offensive system, and it will require time for him to get comfortable and find his footing. Nevertheless, Neemias Queta and Luka Garza have been performing exceptionally well, which makes Robinson's struggles even more noticeable.

On the recent episode of The Celtics Chronicle podcast, hosts Adam Taylor and Tim Sheils discussed Robinson's challenges and whether his addition during the summer might be a short-lived experiment as Brad Stevens continues his search for a big man who can compete with Queta. The full discussion can be found in the embedded video above.