Will Karl-Anthony Towns be traded by the Minnesota Timberwolves to the New York Knicks?

The Minnesota Timberwolves are getting ready for the upcoming season, and rumors about possible roster changes are not going away.

Star center Karl-Anthony Towns and a potential trade to the New York Knicks are the subject of the most recent rumors. Over the weekend, this idea gained momentum as Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports mentioned an unidentified general manager in the Eastern Conference. This general manager said that the Knicks are “100% expected” to go after Towns should he become available, pointing to the Minnesota Timberwolves’ budgetary limitations as a key motivator.

Minnesota Timberwolves: Team dynamics and financial strains

The Minnesota Timberwolves are in a difficult financial position because they are above the luxury tax and might make it to the second round of the playoffs the following year. Notwithstanding these obstacles, it becomes clear that the squad wants to retain its core following a great run to the conference finals.

The team’s key players are probably set for the 2017 season, according to head coach Chris Finch, although Mike Conley voiced astonishment at the prospect of significant roster changes.