Karl-Anthony Towns is dealing with a thumb injury and will not take the court for the New York Knicks. The injury was reported ahead of their upcoming game against the Philadelphia 76ers on January 15, 2025. This absence marks another missed game for Towns this season.
What It Means
Karl-Anthony Towns has been a key contributor for the Knicks, averaging 25.4 points per game, which ranks him second on the team and eighth in the league. He also leads the league in rebounds per game with an average of 13.9. When Towns plays, the Knicks average 118.3 points per game compared to just 109.7 when he does not play. The team holds a record of 24-13 in games he has played but is only 1-2 without him this season.
