The Minnesota Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns in part because they craved flexibility. Which they need. Because to justify the trade today, you’d have to bend over backward. As the Wolves prepare to play Towns and the Knicks on Friday,

Whereas most play with a chip on their shoulder, New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns will operate with one in his thumb. Per Stefan Bondy and Peter Botte of

The Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns (thumb) is questionable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, who will be without starter Donte DiVincenzo (toe).

Karl-Anthony Towns has made a significant impact since joining the New York Knicks this summer. The All-Star center is averaging 25.4 points, 13.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and a steal per game. He’s knocking down 55% of his field goal attempts and 44.

On Wednesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers hosted the New York Knicks for the second time this season. Considering the timing of the matchup, Knicks center Karl Anthony-Towns made an effort to show off his fandom for the team across the street from the Wells Fargo Center.

Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns has a bone chip in his right thumb to go along with the sprain he sustained in Monday's loss, sources confirmed.