The New York Knicks finally pulled the trigger on the big trade everyone was buzzing about, trading for Karl-Anthony Towns after years of rumors. It seems one major offseason move wasn’t enough for the Knicks, and they decided to go all in just before training camp.
According to Shams Charania and Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, The New York Knicks have acquired Karl-Anthony Towns from the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a first-round draft pick.
The Timberwolves traded Towns to the Knicks. In return, they got Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a valuable first-round pick. Randle will take Towns’ place, and DiVincenzo might start or come off the bench.
This trade is a big deal because Karl-Anthony Towns is a top scorer and a four-time All-Star. He will help the Knicks by scoring and making their team stronger, especially since Mitchell Robinson often gets injured.
He is expected to join the Knicks for the upcoming training camp and should be ready for the start of the regular season.
Fans and former players share reactions to Karl-Anthony Towns trade
Reactions have been mixed. Some fans are excited about Towns’ potential impact on the Knicks, while others are concerned about losing Randle
@NBAW0RLD24 shared, “I just don’t get why the Wolves did this, sure they add a little bit of depth but KAT is a legend in Minnesota and this offer doesn’t make them a crazy better team.”
@Barstool_OKC added, “Losing DiVincenzo in this trade is what takes the wind out of the sails. Donte is the type of guy that wins championships.”
Former Celtics player @thekidet posted, “New York, Yall gone wanna keep Dante and Julius.”
Meanwhile, @30problemz commented, “Lowkey a great trade for both sides.”
