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Wild 5-Team Blockbuster Mock Trade Lands Knicks Giannis Antetokounmpo, Sends Karl-Anthony Towns to Heat

The New York Knicks have had a solid offseason thus far as they have made multiple additions to their roster to upgrade their bench which was a major problem last season.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Karl-Anthony Towns ‘heartbroken’ message after Minneapolis shooting

New York Knicks veteran player Karl-Anthony Towns isn’t one to mince words. As was the case in the aftermath of the shooting at the Annunciation Catholic

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 23

Former Coach Praises Knicks Star's Postseason Progress

Washington Wizards assistant coach David Vanterpool was impressed with the postseason magic that New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns conjured last postseason.

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New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 22

Knicks starting 5 ranked in the top 10 by Bleacher Report

One of the biggest talking points of the New York Knicks is the makeup of their starting five. Following the trades to acquire Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns last summer, many expected the Knicks to deploy arguably the best starting five in the league.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 22

Knicks Teammate Josh Hart Trolls Karl-Anthony Towns For Bullying Young Kids At A Basketball Camp

Karl-Anthony Towns is locked in on helping the next generation of basketball stars by using the bullying method that seems to have been handed down through generations of NBA stars.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 21

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns, Mavericks' Anthony Davis under most pressure this season

Anthony Davis is entering an important season with the Dallas Mavericks, and most of the pressure will be placed on his shoulders. ESPN's Kendrick Perkins believes he and New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns are under the most pressure this season.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 21

Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns’ early DPOY resume starts with camp rejections

Coming off of his first trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, New York Knicks All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns is very much dialed in ahead of a very important upcoming season.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 21

Knicks Star Duo Cracks 2K26’s Top 20 Players

New York Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have earned some pixelated praises from the NBA's premier video game franchise. With the release of "NBA 2K26" looming, the 2K publisher continues to count down toward the top spot in the annual initial overall player rankings.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 21

NBA 2K26 Top 20–11 Player Ratings Revealed: Karl-Anthony Towns and Cade Cunningham Receive Major Upgrades

The countdown to NBA 2K26’s full player ratings is heating up. After unveiling the 100–51, 50–31, and 30–21 lists, 2K has now dropped the players ranked 20 through 11.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 19

Insider Explains Why Knicks Star Might Not Sign Extension

The New York Knicks aren't ready to dish out some expensive KAT-nip quite yet. Several of New York's franchise faces have sizable paydays over the last few seasons, with Mikal Bridges being the latest to enter the well-paid brotherhood this summer.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / August 19

Karl-Anthony Towns Explains the Importance of Being Connected in Knicks’ Pursuit of a Championship

Last month, the New York Knicks appointed two-time NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown as the man to lead them into the future. Brown replaced Tom Thibodeau as the head coach, who was let go at the end of last season even though he’d led the Knicks to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in a quarter of a century.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 18

Analyst Makes Bold Prediction For Knicks Stars

The New York Knicks boast two of the best players in the league in Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson. While the Knicks have been fortunate not to have broken the bank by signing both of them, that may end up changing in the future.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 18

Knicks Star Shares Welcome to New York Moment

New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns knew he was officially part of the city in December. Towns spoke about his Knicks career to date in a special interview with Carmelo Anthony as part of the latter's "7PM in Brooklyn" web series.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 18

‘No sense…’ Karl-Anthony Towns explains why Devin Booker didn’t think he could reach the NBA during Kentucky stint

Karl-Anthony Towns pointed out how Devin Booker lacked confidence in his potential to reach the NBA. Devin Booker has cemented himself as one of the top players in the NBA.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 18

Karl-Anthony Towns Shares His 'Welcome To New York' Moment: 'Wanted To Keep My Money'

Karl-Anthony Towns had a productive debut season with the New York Knicks in 2024-25, helping the team get to the Eastern Conference Finals. Towns put in some impressive performances throughout the season and spoke about what his 'Welcome to New York' moment was on the 7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony show.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / August 18

'Said Some Explicit Stuff': Karl-Anthony Towns Reveals His Real ‘Welcome to New York’ Moment

Despite not having won a title since 1973, the New York Knicks have one of the most loyal and loud fan bases in the NBA. Last year, Karl Anthony Towns pulled on the white and orange of the Knicks for the very first time, and his image around the league has taken a huge boost since.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 17

Karl-Anthony Towns Opens Up on First Season as a Knick, Recalls Watching Carmelo Anthony’s 'Magical Moments' Growing Up

Most NBA devotees remember watching Carmelo Anthony dominate for the majority of his 19-year career. The Hall of Famer was a fan favorite who used to live for clutch moments and would hit big shots like they were nothing.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 17

NBA Notes: Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns, Heat, Dru Smith, Warriors

Karl-Anthony Towns is eligible to add two more years onto his current deal with the Knicks, but there’s been little movement on that front this NBA offseason.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 17

Former Celtics Champion Puts Pressure on Knicks Star

Karl-Anthony Towns was everything the New York Knicks asked of him last season. He flourished as one of the best stretch bigs in the league, helping to take advantage of the lowly Eastern Conference surrounding his new team in playing an integral role in their reaching the conference finals for the first time in 25 years.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / August 16

'Titanic 1s': Jalen Brunson Brutally Roasts Karl-Anthony Towns

Most men dream of being tall, but only a select few reach the heights of NBA big men. The lifestyle may seem desirable, but there are certain difficulties that many people don’t consider.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 16

Knicks’ All-Star center must deliver in big moments next season

The New York Knicks are expected to be one of the top teams in the league next season while being led by two All-Stars in Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns to Bucks for $175 Million Superstar

The New York Knicks are coming off an impressive season that saw them reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000. Of course, this was not enough for the Knicks to retain head coach Tom Thibodeau as they fired him to begin the offseason before hiring Mike Brown as his replacement.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Knicks Predicted to Send Karl-Anthony Towns to Suns for $171 Million Trio in 3-Team Blockbuster Trade

The New York Knicks are coming off a successful season that saw them reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000. Despite this, they elected to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau after their playoff exit and replaced him with former Sacramento Kings coach Mike Brown.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 17

Shane Gillis has zesty joke for Karl-Anthony Towns

Shane Gillis spared no one during his monologue while hosting the ESPYs at The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif., on Wednesday night. That included Karl-Anthony Towns.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / June 1

Report: Knicks Players, Coaches Frustrated With Karl-Anthony Towns’ Defensive Habits

According to James L. Edwards III and Fred Katz of The Athletic, New York Knicks players and coaches were frustrated with Karl-Anthony Towns‘ defensive