Karl Anthony-Towns Could Potentially Be Traded, Where Would He Go?

Massive changes could be coming to the New York Knicks following the team’s Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Indiana Pacers in six games.

The team fired head coach Tom Thibodeau and rumors have been rampant regarding a trade for the team’s star center Karl Anthony-Towns. Reports following the series loss were released regarding Towns’ struggles on defense that were apparent throughout the season.

As of now, multiple teams make sense in a potential trade for Towns.

According to betting markers, the current favorite to be the All-Stars’ next team if the Knicks do decide to trade him is the Phoenix Suns at +160 odds. This is likely due to the team’s eagerness to make a trade around star Kevin Durant.

The Orlando Magic have the second-highest odds in the betting market, sitting at +200. The Magic would likely be adding Towns to their already existing core instead of exchanging him for one of their current stars, Paolo Banchero or Franz Wagner.

As of now, the Suns look to be the most likely destination for Towns.

In 2019, Durant was linked to the New York Knicks, with many believing a deal was soon to be made. Instead, Durant signed with the Brooklyn Nets.

Six years later, it’s possible Durant to the Knicks could come true after all.

Whether Towns is traded or not is still a decision to be made. The Knicks did find success with him this season. However, as of now, it seems Towns staying in New York isn’t a likely outcome.