Rapper Drake’s ‘surprising’ character REVEALED by Karl-Anthony Towns

Karl-Anthony Towns recalled his time with the Kentucky Wildcats sharing his opinion of rapper Drake, a staunch supporter of his team.

Rapper Drake’s ‘surprising’ character REVEALED by Karl-Anthony Towns

Karl-Anthony Towns, Drake

Karl-Anthony Towns first became acquainted with well-known rapper Drake during his college season at Kentucky. Now a member of the New York Knicks, Towns shared his thoughts about the “God’s Plan” singer. Reflecting on his history with the rapper, he didn’t hesitate to discuss their relationship during an interview with Shannon Sharpe.

Karl-Anthony Towns sat down for a conversation with sports analyst Shannon Sharpe on his podcast, Club Shay Shay. Among the many topics they discussed was Canadian rapper Drake. Sharpe asked Towns about the atmosphere when Drake visited Kentucky during his freshman year (2014-15).

Super cool guy, I was surprised to see how humble he was. It was cool to get to know him there. Years later, we’re still talking about how he is the biggest artist in the world.

Karl-Anthony Towns said

Towns recalled how anxious Drake used to be before their games, while the team remained notably calm. He also praised Drake, mentioning his humility despite his massive achievements, which stood in contrast to his larger-than-life persona.

Sharpe then asked the new Knicks signee to choose between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, referencing the long-standing music rivalry between the two rappers that has forced many to pick a side. Towns, however, took a diplomatic approach. He praised both artists, expressing his admiration for their work, but ultimately leaned toward Drake, citing that they are close friends.

Drake was a regular presence at Kentucky games, frequently bonding with the Wildcats and becoming one of their most vocal supporters. It was during this time that Towns and Drake formed a friendly relationship. After Towns’ standout season in 2015, he was drafted into the NBA by the Minnesota Timberwolves as their No. 1 pick. He played nine seasons with the team before being traded to the New York Knicks last week.

Drake posts Karl-Anthony Towns’ Kentucky locker room update

Drake is an ardent supporter of the Kentucky Wildcats in the NCAA college basketball. The occasion had to have some Drake light considering his connection of 10 years more or less. Drake recreated one of the multitudinous of memes from 2014 involving the Wildcats.

In the original meme, the rapper suited up as one of the Wildcats and sat unrecognizable with the team. In the recreation of the meme, Drake donned a similar fit and posted a picture sitting alone in the same locker room. Hilariously, his caption read that all his brothers had left him.

What he meant was that Devin Booker, Karl-Anthony Towns, Trey Lyles, and Tyler Ulis all went to the NBA in the coming years. The players were all in to poke some fun back. Booker wrote that they left because he did.