Mitchell Robinson, whose highlights have highlights, acknowledged on Tuesday that he has considered the possibility of participating in the Rising Stars Challenge and the Slam Dunk Contest this year, and the NBA should honor his request if only to provide Knicks fans with something to be excited about coming to Charlotte NBA All-Star weekend.

The NBA commissioner last week defended the league’s decision to return the All-Star Game to Charlotte and said 

As a valued Hornets fan, we wanted to make you aware of the NBA’s announcement today that Charlotte will no longer be hosting the 2017 All-Star Game in February. While we are disappointed by this decision, we understand the challenges around having All-Star Weekend in Charlotte this season and we are grateful that the league has provided an opportunity for us to host the event in the next available season in 2019.