Karl-Anthony Towns Still Processing Trade as Knicks Roll Past Timberwolves
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More than a year after leaving Minnesota, New York center Karl-Anthony Towns admitted he is “still stunned” by last season’s trade that sent him to the Knicks. Speaking after Wednesday night’s 137-114 victory over his former club, Towns said seeing the Timberwolves’ alternate black jersey without his name felt “weird,” though he now feels fully settled in New York.
Towns praised Minnesota’s roster, calling the Timberwolves “a great team” and predicting “nothing less than greatness” for the Western Conference contender.
Robinson’s Limited Minutes Make a Big Impact
Mitchell Robinson, operating under a load-management plan that has included occasional rest and a minutes cap, played just 16 minutes but finished with eight points, 10 rebounds, three blocks and a steal. Head coach Mike Brown pointed to the 7-footer’s size, rebounding and rim protection as essential in Wednesday’s win.
Hart, McBride Spark Bench Production
Despite nagging injuries, swingman Josh Hart recorded a season-high 18 points, five boards and four assists. Reserve guard Miles “Deuce” McBride added 14 points. Brown credited McBride for staying “aggressive the right way,” pushing the pace and creating open looks for teammates. Hart called McBride “a big catalyst” in the Knicks’ up-tempo approach.
Backup Point Guard Search Continues
With rookie Tyler Kolek falling out of favor, New York is once again exploring options behind starting point guard Jalen Brunson. League sources identified Jose Alvarado of the Pelicans and Dante Exum of the Mavericks as potential trade targets, though neither is a pure point guard.
Anunoby’s Green Light From Deep
OG Anunoby is attempting a career-high 7.3 three-pointers per game and connecting on 41.4 percent. Hart said the Knicks want their versatile wing to “keep firing,” noting the offense’s emphasis on ball and body movement to generate threes.
Legal Ruling Against Charles Oakley
Former Knicks forward Charles Oakley has been ordered to pay more than $642,000 in legal fees to Madison Square Garden after deleting text messages during his ongoing lawsuit stemming from his 2017 ejection from the arena. Oakley sued MSG and team owner James Dolan for defamation in September 2017.
Source: Hoops Rumors
