Karl-Anthony Towns Treated For Finger & Knee Injuries Amid Trade Rumors

New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns has undergone treatment on his bruised left knee and to repair ligament damage on his finger, according to sources.

Both injuries were sustained during the Knicks’ playoff run. The finger injury occurred in the series against the Boston Celtics, while the knee injury occurred in the series against the Indiana Pacers.

Following the Knicks’ game six loss to the Pacers, Towns decided to undergo treatment as quickly as possible, so that he is ready for next season.

Despite the injuries, Towns scored 20 or more points in eight of the team’s last nine playoff games, including a 35-point, 12-rebound performance in game one of the Eastern Conference finals.

Towns has been in the news frequently following the Knicks’ exit from the playoffs. Reports that Towns was struggling mightily on defense were released, followed by trade rumors around the center.

Whether Towns is playing for the Knicks or a different team when his injuries heal is yet to be decided.

The Knicks fired head coach Tom Thibodeau on Tuesday, despite the franchise making their first ECF in over 20 years.

In addition to a new coach, a trade centered around Towns could be another decision made by New York. Towns earned All-Star and All-NBA Third Team honors this season.