Timberwolves Center Sits Late As Trade Chatter Grows
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Hoops Rumors reports that Karl-Anthony Towns stayed on the bench during the closing minutes of his club’s most recent game, a move that arrives while trade speculation surrounding the veteran big man continues to build.
The outlet notes that Towns’ absence in crunch time was unexpected. It also points out that the quiet stretch took place amid league-wide rumors suggesting the former top draft pick could be dealt before the upcoming trade deadline.
As of publication, neither the coaching staff nor team officials had publicly explained the decision to keep Towns out of the final possessions.
Source: Hoops Rumors