WASHINGTON, DC — As the Knicks have begun to find their way, winning six straight games and 16 of their last 20 entering Saturday’s game against the Wizards, teams have been left to try to figure out a way to slow down Karl-Anthony Towns.

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The Knicks led by at least 20 points for the final 31 minutes as Tom Thibodeau, infamously uncomfortable with large leads, emptied his bench with nine minutes left. It was Randle’s first game against the Knicks since his contract extension talks went nowhere and he was shipped to the Timberwolves for Towns.

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs, despite an outstanding performance from Victor Wembanyama. The French center impressed not only his teammates but also his rivals, with Karl-Anthony Towns offering his thoughts on the young star’s performance.

Karl-Anthony Towns is looking forward to visiting the Timberwolves as a member of the Knicks for the first time.

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) drives against Orlando Magic center Moritz Wagner, left ...

After receiving a warm reception in his first game in Minnesota since October's blockbuster trade to New York, Karl-Anthony Towns scored 30 points and grabbed 20 rebounds in a Knicks rout that included Timberwolves fans booing their own team.

Karl-Anthony Towns talks about his relationship with the Timberwolves since the blockbuster trade.

Karl-Anthony Towns returned to Minnesota with two planned video tributes as he gushed about the “warm feeling” of stepping back in the Target Center.

Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points, 20 rebounds and six assists against his former team in his return to Minnesota. He shot 10-for-12, including 5-for-5 from three-point range.

That’s what made it so surprising when New York brought in Karl-Anthony Towns on the eve of training camp. In a vacuum, swinging a deal for a 28-year-old four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection doesn’t require too much justification — even when he’s set to make $220.

Karl-Anthony Towns will lead the New York Knicks in their Christmas Day clash against the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden. Towns, enjoying one of his best seasons, is expected to deliver a standout performance with near-full-strength rosters on both sides.