The Knicks were suddenly able to get Mitchell Robinson back as quickly as possible.
Rookie centre Ariel Fuk Porti suffered from a meniscus that burst in his left knee on Wednesday night, missing the next four to six weeks, sources confirmed.
Hukporti got his first start in his NBA career as the town of Karl Anthony sits repeatedly with knee problems.
Robinson returned from an ankle surgery he underwent last May, but could soon be available for his season debut in Friday's game in Memphis, but the Knicks have not specifically announced the date as targeted.
Hukporti, 22, first injured his knee in the third quarter of Wednesday's victory over the 76ers.
He went back to the game and started the fourth, but was removed just a minute on the court, and quickly ruled out the game for what Knix said first.
The 2024 second round pick finished with eight points on a 5-4 shot, earning two rebounds (both offensive) and one blocked shot in 16 minutes.
The precious Achiuwa placed the center spot for the rest of the game and came up with an important rejection against Andre Drummond in the final minute.
The town was listed as suspicious for repeated knee pain again, but he was ruled out shortly before the tip-off. Former league MVP Joel Embiid also remained on the sidelines for the Six.
Among the unsigned centers with NBA experience in the free agent market today are Mo Bamba, Frank Kaminsky, Robin Lopez, Jahlil Okafor, Malik Williams and James Wiseman.
The Knicks can also sign someone from the G League if they wish.
