The New York Knicks suffered a narrow loss to the Chicago Bulls last night, but the biggest moment of concern came when star forward Karl-Anthony Towns appeared to sustain an injury late in the fourth quarter. Towns, who collided with Bulls center Nikola Vučević while attempting a rebound, clutched his left knee in visible discomfort before being helped off the court. The scare left fans and teammates holding their breath.
Speaking to reporters after the game, Towns downplayed the severity of the incident, assuring everyone that the injury was minor. “It’s nothing serious. I just tweaked it a bit,” Towns said. “The team doctors checked it out, and everything looks good. I’ll be back soon.” He added that he plans to take it day by day and remain cautious to avoid aggravating the issue further.
Head coach Tom Thibodeau echoed Towns’ optimism during his post-game press conference. “He’s an important part of this team, and we’ll be careful,” Thibodeau said. “But all the early signs point to him being fine.” The coach emphasized the team’s medical staff would monitor the situation closely, but he didn’t anticipate Towns missing significant time.
The Knicks, who have been inconsistent this season, can ill afford to lose Towns, who has been a key contributor on both ends of the court. Despite the injury scare, Towns finished the game with a strong performance, tallying 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 assists. His leadership and presence remain pivotal as the team battles for playoff positioning.
Meanwhile, the Bulls capitalized on the Knicks’ defensive lapses late in the game to secure a 112-108 victory. Zach LaVine led the way for Chicago, scoring 35 points, including a crucial three-pointer in the final minute. The loss leaves the Knicks with a 20-17 record, highlighting the need for consistency as the season progresses.
While Towns’ injury scare may have overshadowed the game’s outcome, his reassurance provides a sense of relief for Knicks fans. With several tough matchups on the horizon, the team will hope to keep their star player healthy and focused on the task ahead.
