Karl-Anthony Towns Injury Report
Karl-Anthony Towns is listed as questionable due to illness ahead of the New York Knicks' game against his former team, the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Injury Status and Update
According to the Knicks' injury report, Towns was added to the list overnight after waking up feeling unwell. The RotoWire staff noted:
"Towns was added to the injury report overnight, presumably after waking up under the weather. There's a good chance he warms up before a decision is made on his status, as it will take a lot to keep Towns out of the lineup."
Season Performance Overview
Towns started his second season with the Knicks slowly but has improved in recent games. In the last three contests, he has consistently recorded at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists.
However, across seven games this season, his offensive stats remain below his career averages. He is currently averaging 20.4 points per game—the lowest since his rookie season—and shooting a career-low 40.8% from the field.
History Versus the Timberwolves
Since being traded from Minnesota last season, Towns has faced the Timberwolves only once. In that December game, he put up impressive numbers:
- 32 points
- 20 rebounds
- 6 assists
- 2 steals
- Played 38 minutes
This matchup serves as a significant moment for Towns, reflecting his impact against his former team.
Author's summary: Karl-Anthony Towns is questionable to play due to illness, after showing mixed performance this season, with notable success in his lone game against the Timberwolves since his trade.