The Minnesota Timberwolves are sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick in a franchise-altering deal, a person with knowledge of the deal said Friday night. The person spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the trade, which was first reported by the Athletic, had not been finalized. Active in the Twin Cities community, willing to defer the alpha role to young star Anthony Edwards, and unbothered by the move to a stretch power forward role following the acquisition of center Rudy Gobert two years ago, Towns did not appear to see this move coming three days before the beginning of training camp.

The upside for the 7-footer is a return to his roots, having grown up in New Jersey. We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here.

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fashion. Karl-Anthony Towns sent out a post on X after he was traded to the New York Knicks. The New York Knicks continue to be tied to Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns.

The All-Star averaged 21.8 points and 8.3 rebounds per game last season.

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