New York Knicks centre Tyson Chandler is reportedly closing in on a return to action after missing the last month with a broken fibula.

The Knicks have gone 6-14 without him as coach Mike Woodson has come under intense pressure for the disappointing start to the season.

Chandler has not ruled out returning in Milwaukee on Wednesday, but is awaiting clearance from the medical staff, according to the New York Post.

The 31-year-old's presence on both ends of the court has been sorely missed by the Knicks, who are 7-17 for the season and are loitering at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.