Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns Reflects on Trade from Timberwolves
Karl-Anthony Towns of the New York Knicks remains surprised by his trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves for Julius Randle, even after considerable time has passed. On Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden, the Knicks dominated the Timberwolves 137–114, with Towns playing a pivotal role in the victory.
According to ESPN reporter Vincent Goodwill, Towns still finds the circumstances of the trade unusual, despite his success with the Knicks since the move. He acknowledged his lingering disbelief following the win.
“I'm still stunned, I mean, I'm still stunned. It's weird,” said Towns after defeating his former team.
The trade that sent Towns to New York and brought Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to Minnesota initially sent shockwaves through the NBA. Both teams ultimately benefited from the exchange, each reaching the Conference Finals. For the Knicks, Towns was a driving force, averaging 24.4 points and 12.8 rebounds per game on 52.6 percent shooting.
With the victory, the Knicks improved to a 5–3 record, signaling a return to form. Reflecting on more than a year since the trade, Towns expressed how it feels to play in New York now.
“I feel more like a Knick now after everything we went through last year, but it's weird to see that Wolves jersey — especially the fire black one — and not see ‘Towns’ on the back of it,” Towns said.
Towns spent nine seasons in Minneapolis before being traded, making Wednesday’s game a particularly emotional moment for him.
Author's Summary
Karl-Anthony Towns expressed lingering disbelief about his trade to the Knicks, reflecting on his success in New York and nostalgia for his long tenure in Minnesota.