Minnesota Timberwolves expected to engage in trade talks involving Karl-Anthony Towns
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When it comes to Karl-Anthony Towns, the Minnesota Timberwolves have relied on the center for ever since he set foot into the league. The T-Wolvss have never been able to have a successful despite his efforts but managed to make the playoffs last season through the play-in tournament. It seems as if they might be headed that route again.
Karl-Anthony Towns played 21 games this season and was sidelined due to a calf injury. This happened over a month ago, while the Wolves were excelling in the Western Conference ranking among the top five almost. Although there isn’t an update on his return, the franchise may engage in trade talks involving the big man.
Michael Pina of “The Ringer” revealed that there will be a chance that Karl-Anthony Towns might be traded if things don’t go well for Minnesota. Considering the amount of talent they already possess, adding another backup combo player who can work both ends of the floor will benefit the roster.
Pina said, “If the Wolves either fail to qualify for the play-in or lose before the second round, expect deafening chatter around Towns’s future. There’s always a chance Minnesota turns things around by tightening up its three-point defense and finding a better way to space the floor around its three stars, but I’m not counting on it.”
Karl-Anthony Towns expected to return soon while the Timberwolves collapse
According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Karl-Anthony Towns was expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to the injury which was initially suspected to be an Achilles tear. This was later confirmed as a simple calf injury. Towns averaged 20.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game.
Last season he had a tremendous run winning the All-Star Game Three-Point Contest and also helping his team get to the playoffs after more than decade of post-season drought. The Wolves are currently at the 11th seed in the West with a record of 17 wins and 21 losses. The pulled off a massive victory against the Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic which snapped their 6-game losing streak.
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