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Karl-Anthony Towns trade to Knicks stuns NBA fans as T-Wolves Land Julius Randle | News, scores, highlights, stats and rumors

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Karl-Anthony Towns trade to Knicks stuns NBA fans as T-Wolves Land Julius Randle | News, scores, highlights, stats and rumors

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 25: (NEW YORK DAILIES OFF) Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks in action against the Denver Nuggets at Madison Square Garden on January 25, 2024 in New York City. The Knicks defeated the Nuggets 122-84. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that by downloading and/or using this photo, user agrees to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

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The New York Knicks are acquiring big man Karl-Anthony Towns from the Minnesota Timberwolves for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick via the Detroit Pistons, according to Shams Charania and Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.

It will take more to get the trade done, according to The Athletic’s Fred Katz.

Fred Katz @FredKatz

The Knicks and Timberwolves need a third team to make a Julius Randle/Donte DiVincenzo/Karl-Anthony Towns trade happen. Both teams are above the first platform, meaning neither is allowed to take more money than is spent in a deal.

Fred Katz @FredKatz

The Knicks could get there in a number of ways, but just trading Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo isn’t enough to raise Karl-Anthony Town’s salary. The money doesn’t work. Knicks still need to add about $9 million to the deal.

Needless to say, this was stunning NBA news Friday night, and Towns himself had a response.

Karl-Anthony Cities @KarlTowns

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Jon Krawczynski @Jon Krawczynski

The word from the Towns camp is this: “Baffled.”
Nine years with the Wolves. Impeccable in the community. All Star and All NBA. Now a New York Knick.

And others were shocked or bewildered for various reasons.

Bobby Manning @Real Bob Manning

The #Knicks should always trade Randle for a center. I thought it would be someone like Stewart though…what a stunner. #Wolves had a huge second apron, tax issues with Towns’ contract. He probably disappeared at some point. But this soon? Wow. https://t.co/8PmurHi1UH

John Jastremski @john_jastremski

Holy shit. This trade surprised me…Cities over Randle are highly preferred. I hate to lose Donte, but how can you still not trust this regime after the last few years? https://t.co/izxtfbFruf

HannsBx‼️ @HannsBx

I’m baffled; my boy Randle is gone 🤦🏾‍♂️

Steve Popper @Steve Popper

Crazy — Julius Randle got praise this week as a New York Knick from Thibodeau for how attached he was to the city and the team.

Jaquam Bodden @JaquamB

The NBA is crazy Julius Randle was just on the court for the new Earl Monroe New Renaissance school and now this wow…..

30🅿️problems @30problemz

WOW… JULIUS RANDLE AND DONTE DIVINCENZO FOR KARL ANTHONY CITY…
HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT THIS TRADE? WHO WON? pic.twitter.com/oZ11FR3Q66

Mbkalex @mbkalex

Was shocked for a moment… That 1-2 combo pick-n-roll will be unstoppable, cities actually play a role, and can also shoot the 3 better than Randle.. Don’t sleep on any player from the area who wanted to to be here.. Dominicans are celebrating in the streets tonight!! https://t.co/HqejbcPxz6

Mayowa. @Wan____

Part of me wonders why Timberwolves would do that.
Towns is better than Randle at everything. There’s no point.

Fitz @FitzGSN_

KAT is soft as tissue paper and I don’t know how Randle even fits with Ant. I’m also a little baffled that Thibs would enjoy coaching KAT again

Adam Stock @AdamGStock

Wow. Since when do these types of trades happen in the preseason? A boost for Randle as the Wolves have fewer offenses than NY after their top 2. Also good for DD. Should now be locked into a high-twenties role even if he comes off the bench. Must be done before the final rounds. Push for… https://t.co/0OQdFPepbp

Chris Wagner @ChrisWagner87

Honestly, the Randle is a better fit in MN. Wow for NY!

David J. Smith @davidjsmith1232

Wow…didn’t expect this tonight. At first glance, I like this more for NYK than MIN. KAT is a good fit for the Knicks, offers more shooting options and can scheme center more easily than Randle. https://t.co/DtmT2jwKGy

NBA fans won’t have to wait long to see the players in action for new teams as the regular season starts in less than a month. Additionally, the first regular-season game between Minnesota and New York will take place on December 19 in Minneapolis.

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