Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks)
September 2025
Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns addressed criticism of his defensive weaknesses, saying all feedback helps him improve. After averaging 24.4 points and 12.8 rebounds last season, the five-time All-Star insists he will continue reinventing himself until he wins a championship ring. Towns dismissed doubts about his focus, stressing his yearly growth and commitment. Despite friction noted in The Athletic, he emphasised resilience. Knicks’ Eastern Conference Finals run ended in disappointment, compounded by coach Tom Thibodeau’s surprise sacking after five playoff appearances in five years.