Karl-Anthony Towns made headlines this offseason with his surprising trade from the Timberwolves to the Knicks. The trade sparked a lot of buzz, and people are still talking about it. With Towns now on the Knicks, the Timberwolves will certainly miss him in preseason and regular season games. Recently, a humorous prank took place in light of his departure.
During a preseason game between the Chicago Bulls and the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Bulls’ mascot, Benny the Bull, pulled off a hilarious prank that left fans in stitches. As the Timberwolves’ lineup was being introduced, Benny displayed a sign that read, “Missing KAT,” poking fun at the Timberwolves’ recently traded star center, Karl-Anthony Towns (KAT).
The sign humorously stated, “Last seen in New York. Male, 28 years old, seven feet tall,” and even included a phone number to call if anyone spotted Towns. The playful prank was a light-hearted way to tease the Timberwolves about the trade, which sent Towns to the New York Knicks earlier this month.
The NBA community alike couldn’t help but laugh at the clever and funny gesture, making it a memorable moment of the night. On the flip side, Karl-Anthony Towns is preparing for his first season with the New York Knicks; he’s been reflecting on his journey and embracing his roots.
Karl-Anthony Towns embraces his roots ahead of Knicks season
Following his trade from Minnesota to New York, Karl-Anthony Towns is embarking on a new journey with the Knicks, celebrating his Dominican roots. Recently, he attended a family gathering in New Jersey, a cherished childhood tradition he had missed during his rise to fame.
His presence has excited the community. “We’ve had Al Horford in Boston, Chris Duarte in Chicago, and Lester Quinones in Philly, but to have Karl-Anthony Towns in our neighborhood—everyone in Washington Heights was celebrating when the trade was finalized. I barely slept that night,” said local resident Jones.
Towns’ strong connection to his heritage comes from his mother, Jacqueline, who passed down the Dominican bloodline and values. He recently announced plans to build a basketball facility in Santiago, his mother’s hometown, as a tribute to her legacy.
