Karl-Anthony Towns Injury News & Updates

Towns (calf) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.

After being held out of Sunday's win over Orlando, Towns is in jeopardy of missing Tuesday's NBA Cup quarterfinals matchup due to left calf tightness. He was able to participate in Monday's practice, which bodes well for his chances of suiting up. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out, Mitchell Robinson and Ariel Hukporti are candidates for increased playing time.

Towns (calf) participated in Monday's practice, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns appears to be day-to-day after missing his first game of the season Sunday against Orlando. Coach Mike Brown didn't update Towns' status for Tuesday's game against Toronto, so fantasy managers will need to wait until the official injury report comes out Monday evening before more clarity is known.

Towns (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Magic, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns is dealing with left calf tightness and will miss his first game of the season. The star big man's next opportunity to suit up will come in Tuesday's NBA Cup quarterfinals matchup against the Raptors. With Towns sidelined, Mitchell Robinson will likely get the starting nod, while Ariel Hukporti and Guerschon Yabusele are candidates for increased playing time.

Towns is questionable for Sunday's game against Orlando with left calf tightness.

This is a new injury for Towns, but the questionable tag suggests that he's going to be day-to-day going forward. In Towns' most recent game against the Jazz on Friday, Towns was limited to 22 minutes with 18 points, nine rebounds, four assists and one steal. If he misses Sunday's game, the Knicks could rely more on Mitchell Robinson and Guerschon Yabusele.

Towns tallied 35 points (13-23 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 18 rebounds, five assists and two steals over 39 minutes during the Knicks' 119-104 win over the Hornets on Wednesday.

Towns hauled in 15 rebounds across the two games prior to Wednesday's contest, but the veteran center was much more active on the glass against Charlotte. He also finished as the game's leading scorer, and his performance marked the third time this season that he has scored 35 or more points in a game. Over his last 10 outings, Towns has averaged 25.4 points, 11.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.0 threes over 34.7 minutes per game.

Towns closed with 29 points (12-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 123-117 loss to the Celtics.

Towns delivered an efficient performance from the field and finished as the Knicks' second-leading scorer, albeit in a losing effort. After scoring just nine points on 2-for-8 shooting in Friday's win over Milwaukee, the star big man has scored 20-plus in back-to-back outings, and he has now reached the 20-point threshold in 12 of 20 regular-season games. He also tied the team-high mark in rebounds Tuesday.

Towns finished Sunday's 116-94 win over the Raptors with 22 points (8-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 31 minutes.

It was a balanced scoring attack for the Knicks on Sunday with six players scoring 13 points or more. Towns led the charge in the scoring department despite hitting just one three-pointer and he finished third on the team in rebounds behind Mitchell Robinson (15) and Josh Hart (12). Since Nov. 2, Towns has averaged 23.0 points, 11.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.8 threes and 0.9 steals over 33.4 minutes per game.

Towns logged 19 points (6-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists over 32 minutes during the Knicks' 129-101 win over the Hornets on Wednesday.

Towns led the Knicks in rebounds Wednesday and finished tied with Miles McBride for the second-most points on the team behind Jalen Brunson (33). Towns is up to 15 double-doubles on the year, which is second most in the Association behind Nikola Jokic (16). Towns has averaged 24.3 points, 12.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks over 33.4 minutes per game since Nov. 2.

Towns supplied 37 points (14-20 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 33 minutes in Monday's 113-100 win over the Nets.

Towns delivered an extremely efficient performance en route to his third outing with at least 30 points through 16 regular-season games. The star big man also grabbed a game-high-tying 12 rebounds, securing his 14th double-double on the campaign after recording a season-low eight boards in Saturday's loss to Orlando. His efficient night from beyond the arc was a welcome sight, as he shot just 4-for-19 from downtown over his previous three appearances.

Towns provided 24 points (6-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 10-11 FT), eight rebounds and three assists over 37 minutes during Saturday's 133-121 loss to the Magic.

Towns didn't have his most efficient outing, but he still finished as New York's second-leading scorer. The star big man has scored 20-plus points in three of his last four appearances, though he has shot just 42.7 percent from the field during that span. Although his double-double streak ended at 10 games, he grabbed a game-high mark in rebounds Saturday.

Towns ended with 18 points (6-16 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-9 FT), 14 rebounds, six assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 113-111 victory over the Mavericks.

The veteran big man has pulled down double-digit rebounds in every game so far in 2025-26, recording double-doubles in 13 of his 14 starts. Towns has stepped up his offensive game a notch in November, and over nine contests this month he's averaging 23.4 points, 12.8 boards, 4.0 assists, 2.0 threes, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks.

Towns chipped in 22 points (7-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 15 rebounds, two assists and one block across 33 minutes during Monday's 115-113 loss to the Heat.

Towns is the player tasked with carrying the offense as long as Jalen Brunson (ankle) remains out, and it's fair to say the veteran big man has been up to the task. He's been nearly automatic when it comes to posting double-doubles, as he's achieved that mark in nine straight contests and in all but one of his appearances so far. He's also scored over 20 points in four of his last five contests, and fantasy managers should expect Towns to continue enjoying a marked uptick in his usage rate, which is likely to translate to loaded stat lines every time he steps on the hardwood. Ultimately, Towns' role as the Knicks' go-to offensive weapon isn't going to change anytime soon.

Towns tallied 39 points (13-26 FG, 6-14 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal over 38 minutes during the Knicks' 140-132 win over the Heat on Friday.

Friday was Towns' first game this season as the Knicks' top scoring option due to the absence of Jalen Brunson (foot). Towns helped the Knicks get out to an 10-point lead by halftime, as the sharpshooting center tallied 31 points in the first half while connecting on six threes. He was kept in check in the second half, but Landry Shamet took over the scoring load with 30 of his career-high 36 points in the half to propel New York to its eight victory of the 2025-26 campaign. Brunson may not travel with the Knicks during their upcoming five-game road trip, and with OG Anunoby leaving in the first quarter of Friday's game due to a hamstring injury, New York will need to lean more heavily on Towns, Shamet, Jordan Clarkson and others to contribute on both ends of the floor. Towns has registered a double-double in each of the first 12 games of the regular season and is averaging 21.8 points, 12.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.9 blocks over 33.1 minutes per game this season.

Towns logged 15 points (6-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and one steal over 35 minutes during the Knicks' 124-107 loss to the Magic on Wednesday.

The Knicks' offense was stymied by the Magic defense Wednesday, and despite his low scoring output, Towns finished second on the team in points behind Jalen Brunson (31). Towns has recorded a double-double in each of the first 11 games of the regular season and is averaging 20.2 points, 12.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 steals over 32.6 minutes per game to open the year. However, he is shooting a career-low 42.9 percent from the field, including 32.7 percent from three on 5.0 3PA/G.

Towns amassed 21 points (7-17 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists, three steals and two blocks across 32 minutes in Tuesday's 133-120 win over the Grizzlies.

While Towns didn't produce his most efficient night from the field, he still finished as New York's third-leading scorer. The star big man also grabbed a game-high 13 rebounds en route to his sixth consecutive double-double. He delivered a well-rounded performance and stuffed the stat sheet on both ends of the floor, racking up multiple steals and multiple blocks for the first time through 10 regular-season games.

Towns posted 28 points (10-17 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 28 minutes in Sunday's 134-98 win over the Nets.

Towns led all players in scoring en route to his fifth game with at least 20 points through nine regular-season appearances. The star big man also grabbed a game-high mark in rebounds, securing his eighth double-double of the season. He has now recorded a double-double in five consecutive games, scoring 20-plus points in four of them.

Towns recorded 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and four turnovers in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 137-114 win over the Wolves.

Towns has double-doubled in all but one game this season, and he's currently pulling down a career-high 12.8 rebounds per contest. He's also getting to the line a career-high 6.9 times a night, and he's converting a career-best 90.9 percent of those attempts, which are a few reasons why he's been a top-30 option on the season.

Towns (illness) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns is dealing with an illness, but it won't keep him off the floor against this old team. The veteran big man is coming off an impressive 33-point double-double in the blowout win over the Wizards. He's currently averaging 20.4 points, 13.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.0 blocks per game, shooting 40.8 percent from the field and 36.1 percent from deep.

Towns (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Towns was added to the injury report overnight, presumably after waking up under the weather. There's a good chance he warms up before a decision is made on his status, as it will take a lot to keep Towns out of the lineup.

Towns racked up 33 points (12-24 FG, 6-7 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists, three triples, two steals and three turnovers across 30 minutes during Monday's 119-102 blowout win over the Wizards.

Towns went to work against Alex Sarr and regularly abused the second-year center in the post. He did take himself out of the game at one point with an apparent hand injury, but after getting checked out by New York's medical staff, he quickly checked back in. Towns will likely again pop up on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, but so far, he hasn't missed a game this season.

Towns (quadriceps) will play in Friday's game against the Bulls, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns has been a regular on the injury report to start the season, though he will shed his probable tag due to a right quadriceps strain and suit up Friday. The star big man is coming off his worst game of the season in Tuesday's loss to the Bucks and will look to bounce back against Chicago. Over four regular-season games, he's averaging 17.0 points, 13.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 blocks in 33.8 minutes per game.

Towns (quadriceps) has been listed as probable to play in Friday's game against the Bulls.

Towns has been nursing a quadriceps injury, but that likely won't keep him off the floor. However, he is coming off his worst offensive performance of the 2025-26 campaign, scoring a season-low eight points in Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Towns contributed eight points (2-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 35 minutes during Tuesday's 121-111 loss to the Bucks.

Towns was clearly bothered by his ongoing quad issue, continuing what has been a somewhat disappointing start to the season. While his numbers have been adequate, he certainly looks to be functioning at less than 100 percent. He has been a regular fixture on the injury report, and while there is no indication he is going to miss time, managers might want to keep an eye on things, just in case his injury manifests into missed games at some point.

Towns (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns has been a regular on the injury report due to a right quadriceps strain, though he has yet to miss a game this season. Over three regular-season appearances, the star big man has averaged 20.0 points, 14.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 blocks across 33.3 minutes per contest.

Towns (quadriceps) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Towns was initially listed as questionable on the injury report. However, he's been playing through this issue since Opening Night, and there's been no word of any setbacks. Plus, he's had no reported restrictions.

Towns (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Towns has been a mainstay on the injury report due to a right quadriceps strain, though he has yet to miss a game. If the star big man joins Mitchell Robinson (ankle) on the sideline against Milwaukee, Josh Hart, Ariel Hukporti and Trey Jemison are candidates for increased minutes -- especially if Guerschon Yabusele (knee) is downgraded from questionable to out.

Towns provided 15 points (6-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 18 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes during Sunday's 115-107 loss to the Heat.

Towns once again played through his right quadriceps strain that has been an issue since the season started. Even at less than 100 percent, Towns has been putting up some impressive numbers to open the campaign with 20.0 points, 14.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.0 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers in 31.6 minutes per contest.

Towns (quadriceps) will play in Sunday's game against the Heat, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Towns was questionable with a right quadriceps issue but will play through it and suit up Sunday. The 29-year-old has opened the season with back-to-back double-doubles and will be joined in the starting frontcourt by Ariel Hukporti, forming a sizable pairing for the Knicks.

Towns (quadriceps) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat.

Towns continues to nurse a quadriceps strain. He's been able to play through the injury for now and is coming off an impressive 26-point double-double against the Celtics. If he can't play, the team may lean on Josh Hart (back) and Guerschon Yabusele to help pick up the slack.

Towns tallied 26 points (6-16 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block over 33 minutes during New York's 105-95 win over Boston on Friday.

Towns committed a team-high five turnovers and didn't have the most efficient night from the field, but he did lead the Knicks with four triples and 12 free-throw attempts. The veteran big man has shaken off the questionable tag to play in each of the first two games of the regular season, but a lingering quadriceps injury will be worth monitoring as the season progresses. Towns has opened the season with back-to-back double-doubles while going 11-for-28 from the field.

Towns (quadriceps) will play in Friday's game against the Celtics, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns will shake off his questionable tag due to a right quadriceps strain and suit up Friday. The star big man was also listed as questionable before playing in Wednesday's win over Cleveland, during which he notched 19 points (5-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes. He'll move over to center with Miles McBride also starting against Boston, pushing Ariel Hukporti to the bench.

Towns (quadriceps) is questionable to play in Friday's game against the Celtics.

Towns is dealing with a Grade 2 quadriceps strain, which he played through in the season opener, where he dropped a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. If he's unable to play, the team will likely pivot to Guerschon Yabusele to pick up the slack in the frontcourt.

Towns generated 19 points (5-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes of Wednesday's 119-111 win over the Cavaliers.

Towns went from questionable to doubtful, back to questionable, and eventually available for Wednesday's game. The 30-year-old big man said postgame that he's dealing with a Grade 2 quadriceps strain, but it looks like he plans to continue to play through the injury. Towns saw a full allotment of minutes against Cleveland and delivered a double-double. Towns finished with the third most points on the team and the second most rebounds.

Towns (quadriceps) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

After having his status change multiple times Wednesday, Towns will suit up for the regular-season opener. Although this injury is clearly a concern, it's a good sign from a fantasy perspective that the veteran big man will be on the floor to start the 2025-26 campaign.

Towns (quadriceps) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Shams Charania of ESPNreports.

Towns' status for the regular-season opener has changed multiple times, going from questionable to doubtful and now back to questionable. He's been dealing with a quadriceps injury since Oct. 16, which kept him out of the preseason finale.

Towns (quadriceps) has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Towns was previously listed as questionable, so this is a huge blow for the Knicks. Presumably, Towns is day-to-day, but it looks as though the Knicks will exercise caution. The team is already shorthanded, as Josh Hart (back) and Mitchell Robinson (load management) have already been ruled out. Guerschon Yabusele could be poised for a sizable workload as a result of this news.

Towns (quadriceps) is questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Cavaliers.

Towns continues to nurse a quadriceps strain that he suffered during practice last week. With Mitchell Robinson (rest) already ruled out, Guerschon Yabusele would likely be set for a heavy workload if Towns cannot suit up.

Towns (quadriceps) is out for Friday's preseason finale against the Hornets, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Towns is managing a quadriceps injury, so the Knicks will offer him a respite Friday. The superstar big man has some time to rest up prior to Wednesday's season opener against Cleveland.

Towns (quadriceps) did not practice Thursday, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns was limited to individual work at Thursday's practice, and the Knicks are labeling him as day-to-day. Towns can be considered questionable for Friday's preseason finale against the Hornets, but the Knicks may exercise caution.

Towns (rest) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Wizards, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Along with the rest of New York's usual starting five, Towns will sit out Monday's contest. The star big man's final opportunity to suit up in the preseason will come Friday against Charlotte.

Towns logged 10 points (2-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block across 26 minutes of Thursday's 100-95 preseason win over Minnesota.

Towns had another tough night shooting the ball, which has been a theme in the preseason. Through three exhibitions, he's shooting 26.3 percent from the field with averages of 9.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 steals in 20.0 minutes per contest. His usage rate of 22.3 percent is also much lower than it was during the 2024-25 regular season (27.3 percent), but fantasy managers should be cautious about overreacting in the preseason.

Towns tallied six points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 17 minutes during Saturday's 113-104 win over the 76ers.

Towns couldn't get going offensively during the team's second straight preseason game against Philadelphia in Abu Dhabi, shooting 25 percent from the field. However, he and the majority of New York's starters played limited minutes yet again. Towns and company will now get some rest before heading back to Madison Square Garden to take on the Timberwolves on Oct. 9.

Towns racked up 11 points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 17 minutes during Thursday's 99-84 win over the 76ers.

As expected, Towns and Brunson played limited minutes in the team's preseason opener in Abu Dhabi. However, Towns did make his presence felt, especially from the free-throw line, missing only one of his eight attempts. New York's two superstars will likely continue to play limited minutes throughout the preseason leading up to the season opener on Oct. 22 against the Cavaliers.

Towns said Monday during Media Day for New York that he didn't undergo any procedures on his left finger or left knee over the summer, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Despite reports in June that Towns had undergone procedures on his finger and knee, the veteran big man said the following Tuesday. "No, I did not have a knee," Towns told Stefan Bondy of the New York Post. "Where are you hearing this? You came on media day to come and put that out there?" This is great news for the Knicks unless those ailments become lingering problems for the Kentucky product throughout the upcoming regular season. Towns played 72 regular-season games during the 2024-25 campaign, which is the most he's played since the 2021-22 season with the Timberwolves.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns joins all the Knicks' starters who will sit for Sunday's game against Brooklyn, except for Mikal Bridges. Precious Achiuwa and P.J. Tucker will likely be leaned on in Brooklyn to get through the regular-season finale.

Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Nets.

Towns is in danger of missing his second straight contest Sunday due to a left knee issue. If Towns is downgraded to out against Brooklyn, Mitchell Robinson will likely draw another start.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns will sit for the second leg of the Knicks' back-to-back set Friday as he works through a lingering left knee injury, and his next chance to play is in the Knicks' regular-season finale against the Nets on Sunday. Mitchell Robinson and Previous Achiwua will serve as the Knicks' top big men in Towns' absence.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Friday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and the Knicks appear to be contemplating a maintenance day. During Thursday's loss to Detroit, Towns had 25 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and one steal in 29 minutes. If he's unavailable to play Friday, the Knicks could rely on Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa.

Towns notched 25 points (10-19 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Thursday's 115-106 loss to Detroit.

Towns led the way for New York in Thursday's showdown, pacing all players in scoring and shots made while hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total in a double-double performance. Towns has stepped up as of late for the Knicks, posted at least 25 points and 10 rebounds in four of his last five contests.

Towns registered a team-high 34 points (14-21 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 43 minutes during Tuesday's 119-117 overtime loss to Boston.

The double-double was the 57th of the season for Towns, tied with Nikola Jokic for second in the NBA and one back of Domantas Sabonis. Towns has also recorded a double-double in 10 straight appearances as the Knicks try to lock up the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference, a stretch in which he's averaged 24.7 points, 11.9 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.5 threes and 1.0 steals while shooting 52.3 percent from the floor.

Towns had 19 points (7-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 36 minutes during Sunday's 112-98 victory over Phoenix.

Towns recorded either a double-double or a triple-double for a ninth consecutive game, but this was far from his best performance, mainly since he missed his three shots from beyond the arc while failing to record more than 15 field goal attempts for the third time over his last four outings. The Knicks' chances of a deep playoff run lie heavily on Towns' shoulders, and the big man has mostly delivered. He's averaging 23.7 points, 11.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.0 steals per game over that nine-game double-double streak.

Towns tallied 30 points (10-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists in 33 minutes Saturday in the Knicks' 121-105 win over the Hawks.

Towns notched his eighth consecutive double-double in efficient fashion and is now shooting 50 percent from the field and 41.2 percent from three-point range during that stretch. He briefly exited at one point in the second quarter to be evaluated for an apparent ring finger injury, but he checked back into the contest after about a two-minute break and was no worse for the wear the rest of the day. The Knicks will wrap up a back-to-back set with a matchup Sunday against the Suns, and fantasy managers will want to ensure Towns is playing in that contest before locking him into lineups. He previously sat out one game of the Knicks' last back-to-back set Tuesday and Wednesday while managing a sore knee.

Towns appeared to hurt his left ring finger and headed back to the locker room with 7:39 remaining in the second quarter of Saturday's game versus the Hawks before checking back in with 5:26 left in the second quarter, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns tallied 12 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 12 minutes before exiting Saturday's contest. However, Towns ultimately missed just over two minutes of game time and should be able to play out the remainder of the game.

Towns totaled 25 points (9-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 13 rebounds and one assist in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 124-105 loss to Cleveland.

Towns returned Wednesday after missing New York's previous contest due to left knee soreness, leading all Knicks in scoring and rebounds en route to a double-double performance. Towns has recorded at least 25 points and 10 boards in 28 outings, doing so in three of his last five appearances.

Towns (knee) is available and starting against the Cavaliers on Wednesday, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns didn't play in Tuesday's win against the 76ers due to left knee soreness, but he'll be on the floor for the second leg of the Knicks' back-to-back set Wednesday. He averaged 23.1 points, 10.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.1 steals over 34.9 minutes per game in March while connecting on 41.4 percent of his three-point attempts.

Towns (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

After getting a maintenance day Tuesday versus the 76ers on the front end of a back-to-back set, Towns is expected back in the lineup despite some soreness in his left knee. With Towns likely suiting up, Mitchell Robinson will likely shift to the bench after an impressive fill-in start Tuesday with 14 points and 14 rebounds in 21 minutes.

Towns is out for Tuesday's game against Philadelphia due to left knee soreness, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

The superstar big man can be considered day-to-day ahead of the second end of New York's back-to-back set Wednesday in Cleveland. Mitchell Robinson will start in Towns' stead Tuesday, and plenty of usage will be available for the Knicks in Jalen Brunson's (ankle) continued absence. Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby should see plenty of playmaking opportunities against the 76ers.

Towns (knee) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns has stayed relatively healthy this season for the Knicks but could be in danger of missing Tuesday's game against Philadelphia due to knee soreness. If the veteran star cannot play, the Knicks will likely turn to Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa to shoulder the load in the frontcourt.

Towns racked up 14 points (6-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and two steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 116-107 win over the Bucks.

Towns didn't have his best performance Friday, but other players stepped up for New York and secured the victory in a matchup with tons of playoff implications against Milwaukee. At least Towns managed to keep his double-double streak alive, and he's now achieved that feat in five straight contests. Over that five-game stretch, Towns is averaging 25.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.4 steals per game. The star big man isn't expected to struggle for an extended stretch, though, and he'll aim to bounce back when the Knicks take on the Trail Blazers on Sunday.

Towns closed with 34 points (11-20 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 14 rebounds, four assists and two steals over 39 minutes during Wednesday's 126-113 loss to the Clippers.

The Knicks had to rely heavily on Towns in this matchup, and while he had a tough assignment in Ivica Zubac, the star center posted an impressive line en route to his fourth consecutive game with a double-double or triple-double. Towns has seven double-doubles and one triple-double in his 12 appearances in the current month, and he should continue to operate as the Knicks' go-to option on offense as long as Jalen Brunson (ankle) remains sidelined. Over that 12-game stretch, Towns is averaging 25.0 points, 10.9 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.0 steals per game.

Towns posted 26 points (10-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-8 FT), 12 rebounds, 11 assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 128-113 victory over the Mavericks.

Towns recorded his first triple-double since arriving in New York, joining Josh Hart as the only pair of Knick teammates in history to record a triple-double in the same game. Despite a few bumps and bruises, Towns continues to put together arguably the best season of his career. Through 64 games, he is averaging 24.5 points, 12.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.1 three-pointers and 1.7 combined steals and blocks in 35.0 minutes per game.

Towns provided 31 points (10-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 10-13 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 37 minutes during Saturday's 122-103 win over the Wizards.

Towns delivered a dominant performance on both ends of the court, limiting the impact of Alex Sarr while also recording his 17th double-double with at least 30 points this season. The star big man has been tasked with handling a bigger workload on offense due to the absence of Jalen Brunson (ankle), and Towns has been thriving in that regard. He's averaging 24.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and a combined 1.5 steals-plus-blocks per game across 10 appearances since the beginning of March.

Towns ended Thursday's 115-98 loss to the Hornets with 24 points (10-21 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists in 36 minutes.

Towns remains the most reliable scoring option for the Knicks, and while he's been experiencing an uptick in workload and usage rate due to the absence of Jalen Brunson (ankle), he's not been fazed by the uptick in workload. The star big man surpassed the 20-point mark for the seventh game in a row, a span in which he's also notched three double-doubles. Towns is averaging 25.4 points, 9.1 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game in that seven-game stretch.

Towns produced 32 points (11-21 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 120-105 loss to San Antonio.

Towns posted a strong line in this loss to the Spurs and finished just one rebound away from a double-double, though seeing him as the Knicks' go-to option isn't surprising, especially considering Jalen Brunson (ankle) has yet to return to action. That said, this was Towns' first game with 30 or more points since Feb. 20. He's averaging 23.1 points per game since the beginning of March, and while that's not a bad figure at all, it's below the 24.4 points per contest he's averaging throughout the season.

Towns provided 21 points (8-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals over 39 minutes during Wednesday's 114-113 overtime victory over the Trail Blazers.

The 29-year-old center scored more than 20 points for the third straight game, and he drained at least one three-pointer for the 15th straight appearance dating back to Feb. 1 -- a stretch in which he's averaging 22.9 points, 11.5 boards, 2.3 assists, 2.2 threes and 1.1 steals. Towns' uptick in scoring over the last week has come with Jalen Brunson (ankle) sidelined. With the star point guard out until at least the end of March, Towns will likely continue to see increased usage.

Towns provided a team-high 23 points (8-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Friday's 105-95 loss to the Clippers.

The veteran center has delivered a double-double in three straight appearances to begin the month of March, and Towns' 46 on the season put him third in the NBA behind Domantas Sabonis (50) and Nikola Jokic (49). Towns has an active streak of 13 straight games with at least one three-pointer, and during that stretch he's averaging 22.8 points, 12.0 boards, 2.2 threes, 2.1 assists and 1.0 steals.

Towns amassed 12 points (3-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 42 minutes during Thursday's 113-109 overtime loss to the Lakers.

Towns returned to game action after missing Monday's win over Miami due to personal reasons, recording his 45th double-double through 55 regular-season outings. However, the big man delivered a lackluster performance from the field, and over six appearances since the All-Star break, he has shot 46.0 percent from the floor and only 28.1 percent from beyond the arc. The 29-year-old has averaged 20.2 points, 13.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 three-pointers across 37.7 minutes per contest in that six-game span.

Towns will be available to play in Thursday's game against the Lakers, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns has missed two of the last four games for the Knicks while dealing with a personal issue. However, he will return to take on the Lakers in Los Angeles, which gives the Knicks a considerable boost in the frontcourt. The star big man is averaging a career-high 13.4 rebounds to go along with 24.5 points, 3.1 assists and 1.0 steals per game, shooting 53 percent from the floor and a career-high 42.5 percent from beyond the arc.

Towns (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns will miss his fifth game since the beginning of January, this time due to a personal matter. Mitchell Robinson is operating under a minutes restriction, so expect Precious Achiuwa to see a large workload Tuesday due to the absence of Towns. Towns' next opportunity to see the floor is Thursday against the Lakers.

Towns (personal) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Towns has recently been on the injury report due to a knee injury, but he has played in the Knicks' last two games and is coming off a 19/16 double-double against the Heat on Sunday. He could miss Tuesday's game while attending to a personal matter, which would lead to more minutes for Precious Achiuwa and Mitchell Robinson.

Towns contributed 19 points (6-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 16 rebounds and one block in 40 minutes during Sunday's 116-112 overtime win over the Heat.

Towns bounced back after a subpar effort against Memphis Friday night, but his scoring total was still below average for the standout veteran. Fortunately, the Knicks s\have several talented producers who can step up when other teammates falter. Towns is currently averaging 24.8 points per game, and it should only be a matter of time for Towns to post numbers in that range again.

Towns notched 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block across 31 minutes during Friday's 114-113 win over the Grizzlies.

Towns tied his second-lowest scoring outing of the season during his return from a one-game absence due to a knee injury. The big man was inefficient from beyond the arc, though he has still shot 43.8 percent from downtown across his last five outings. In that five-game span, Towns has averaged 26.8 points, 12.0 rebounds, 2.8 three-pointers, 2.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 38.2 minutes per contest.

Towns (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns missed Wednesday's game against the 76ers with a knee injury, but the star big man will return here and should handle his regular workload as one of the Knicks' go-to options on offense. Towns is averaging 25.8 points, 12.1 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.1 steals per game since the beginning of February.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

After missing Wednesday's win over the 76ers with a knee injury, Towns' status remains uncertain for Friday. The Knicks lost Ariel Hukporti (knee) for significant time Thursday, but Mitchell Robinson (ankle) has a chance to make his season debut against Memphis and could be thrust into a meaningful role right away if Towns cannot suit up. Precious Achiuwa could play more minutes as well.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

After recording a double-double in Sunday's loss to the Celtics, Towns will not suit up for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia. The veteran big man's absence will be costly for the Knicks, as he is having a career year in New York. Precious Achiuwa is likely to get a minutes boost against the 76ers and may get the start at the five.

Towns (knee) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the 76ers,James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns is having an incredible season with the Knicks and remains one of the most value players in the NBA from a fantasy perspective. However, he could end up missing Wednesday's game aagainst the 76ers, which could result in Precious Achiuwa getting an increased workload in the paint for New York.

Towns accumulated 24 points (9-20 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and 18 rebounds across 41 minutes during Sunday's 118-105 loss to the Celtics.

Towns briefly left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game after landing awkwardly on a dunk attempt on Kristaps Porzingis. Towns was able to return quickly, and he told reporters after the game that he bypassed the medical staff's wishes to have his knee examined, per Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News. Towns' knee will be closely monitored over the next couple of days and could put him in jeopardy of missing Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Towns (knee) returned to Sunday's game against the Celtics with 4:12 left in the fourth quarter, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Towns limped to the locker room with 8:28 remaining in the fourth quarter but quickly returned to the bench. It's surprising to see the big man check back in, as the Celtics had opened up their lead to double-digits again while Towns was sidelined. Towns posted 24 points (9-20 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and 17 rebounds in 37 minutes before suffering the injury.

Towns limped to the locker room with 8:28 remaining in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Celtics due to an apparent lower-body injury, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Towns helped lead the Knicks back from a double-digit halftime deficit, but just as New York made it a game, the big man had to leave the contest after landing awkwardly on a dunk attempt. Towns quickly returned to the bench, but it's unclear if he'll check back in as Boston has a sizable lead once again. Towns posted 24 points (9-20 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and 17 rebounds in 37 minutes before suffering the injury.

Towns produced 32 points (14-30 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 18 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 43 minutes during Thursday's 113-111 overtime win over the Bulls.

Towns reached the 40-point mark in his last two games before the All-Star break, and he posted an excellent stat line in his return to action following his participation in the All-Star Game. The star big man has recorded four double-doubles over his last five outings, averaging 30.4 points, 13.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.4 blocks per game in that span.

Towns will start Sunday's All-Star Game semifinal against Team Kenny, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Towns makes his first All-Star Game start and fifth appearance overall. Over his last five contests, Towns has averaged 28.4 points, 12.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 38.0 minutes per game.

Towns produced 44 points (14-25 FG, 7-10 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals in 47 minutes during Wednesday's 149-148 overtime victory over the Hawks.

Towns finished just two points away from reaching his season-high mark, but this was his fifth outing with at least 40 points this season. The star big man continues to enjoy a stellar season in his first year with New York, and he heads into the All-Star break with excellent averages of 25.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.2 steals per game since the beginning of February.

Towns recorded 40 points ( 14-23 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists and three steals in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 128-115 win over the Pacers.

After failing to score double-digit points for the first time this season in New York's most recent outing, Towns dropped his fourth game of the season with at least 40 points against Indiana. The 29-year-old big man was able to take advantage of Myles Turner's (neck) absence, leaving the Pacers without an elite rim protector. Towns' 13.5 rebounds per contest rank second in the NBA behind only Domantas Sabonis (14.3).

Towns had nine points (3-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Saturday's 131-104 loss to the Celtics.

Towns delivered a lackluster outing in the blowout loss, recording a season-worst nine points while putting up only eight shots. The All-Star big man has seen a decline in production of late, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 16.6 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists while shooting just 43.7 percent from the field in 34.0 minutes per contest.

Towns (knee) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Celtics, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns was in danger of missing this game against the defending NBA champions after being downgraded to questionable earlier in the day with the knee issue. However, he was surprisingly cleared ahead of the game Saturday, giving the Knicks a better chance of getting the best of the Celtics at Madison Square Garden. The star big man is averaging a career-high 13.6 rebounds per game this season to go along with 24.3 points, 3.3 assists and 1.0 steals per game while shooting a career-high 42.3 percent from deep for New York.

Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Celtics.

Towns has been downgraded from probable to questionable Saturday due to right knee patellar tendinopathy. If Towns is further downgraded to out, Ariel Hukporti will likely receive increased playing time.

Towns (knee) has been listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Celtics.

Towns is coming off one of his best games of the season for the Knicks, finishing with 27 points, 20 rebounds, two assists and one block in Tuesday's win against the Raptors. The veteran big man is having an incredible first year in New York, which significantly increases the team's chances of coming out on top against Boston if he can play Saturday.

Towns (knee) produced 27 points (10-19 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 20 rebounds, two assists and one block in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 121-115 win over the Raptors.

Playing through knee soreness on the second part of New York's back-to-back Tuesday, Towns produced his 39th double-double and his fourth game with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds this season. The superstar big man has struggled for efficiency over his last eight contests since returning from a two-game absence with a thumb injury, shooting just 44.8 percent from the floor and 25.0 percent from downtown. However, Towns is still posting strong averages of 19.3 points, 12.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 0.9 steals, 0.8 blocks and 0.9 three-pointers per game during this stretch.

Towns (knee) is available and in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Raptors, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Towns has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with left knee soreness. The star big man has struggled with his outside shot as of late, converting just 29.3 percent of his 4.1 three-point attempts per contest.

Towns is probable for Tuesday's game versus the Raptors due to left knee soreness.

Tuesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, but for now, it appears the Knicks are planning on Towns to play. He saw 38 minutes of action Monday versus Houston, finishing with 22 points (9-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal.

Towns notched 22 points (9-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 38 minutes in Monday's 124-118 win over Houston.

Towns held things down in the paint for New York in Monday's battle, hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total while finishing as one of three Knicks with 20 or more points and coming up one board shy of a double-double. Towns surpassed the 20-point mark for the first time in three outings, having recorded at least 20 points and nine boards on 31 occasions.

Towns registered 14 points (6-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one block over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 122-112 victory over the Nuggets.

Although Towns' 14 points marked his second-lowest total this month, he corralled a team-high 10 rebounds for his 38th double-double in 43 appearances for the Knicks this season. Over 12 games in January, the superstar big man has averaged 24.3 points, 14.4 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.6 three-pointers. Towns is shooting 51.4 percent from the field and 38.0 percent from long range during this period.

Towns finished with 25 points (11-19 FG, 0-3 3FG, 3-4 FT), 16 rebounds, six assists, three steals and two blocks in Tuesday's 99-95 win against the Nets.

Towns continues have a solid first year with the Knicks, as he fills up the stat sheet on a nightly basis for New York. If he can continue to play at a high level, the Knicks will have a decent chance of making a deep playoff run in the Eastern Conference while being one of the most consistent big man in the league from a fantasy perspective

Towns (thumb) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Nets, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Towns has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a sprained right thumb. The star big man is averaging 27.3 points, 14.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 37.1 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Towns (thumb) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Towns returned from a two-game absence Monday against the Hawks, finishing with 13 points (5-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine boards, seven assists and a block in 37 minutes. It appears he avoided any setbacks in the win, and it's a good sign if the Knicks are prepared to let him play in both games of this back-to-back.

Towns put up 13 points (5-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine boards, seven assists and a block in 37 minutes during Monday's 119-110 win over the Hawks

The star big man posted a full stat sheet in his first game back from a thumb injury that sidelined him for a pair of contests last week. His efficiency was less than impressive, but there's a good chance that can be attributed to rust or lingering thumb pain, seeing as Towns is shooting 54.3 percent from the field and 44.0 percent from deep so far this season. He'll look to regain his form Tuesday against the Nets.

Towns (thumb) will play Monday against the Hawks, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns will be returning from a two-game absence, and there's no word of any restrictions. He's been on a heater in recent outings, averaging 28.3 points, 16.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.0 steals over his last seven games. Jericho Sims will likely move to the bench with Towns back in the mix.

Towns (thumb) is questionable for Monday's game against Atlanta.

Towns missed the past two games for New York, but he was a true game-time call Friday against the Timberwolves. He was able to practice Sunday, however, and it appears that he's trending in the right direction. If he's unable to go Monday, Precious Achiuwa and Jericho Sims could see additional minutes.

Towns (thumb) was able to go through a full practice Sunday, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Towns has missed the past two games for the Knicks, but he's been labeled as day-to-day since he picked up an injury to his thumb and wrist. He appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of Monday's game against Atlanta, which also happens to be the first leg of a back-to-back set. If Towns gets the green light to return, Jericho Sims and Precious Achiuwa will likely lose a lot of minutes.

Towns (thumb) will not play Friday against Minnesota, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Towns was a true game-time call and attempted to warm up, but the center will miss his second game in a row and remains day-to-day. His next chance to play will be Monday against the Hawks. Jericho Sims will start at center Friday, while Precious Achiuwa is likely to see extended minutes off the bench.

Towns (thumb) will be a game-time call Friday against the Timberwolves, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns is currently listed as questionable on the injury report with a bone chip in his wrist and a sprained right thumb. Coach Tom Thibodeau said the center will warm up and see how he feels before a decision is made on his status. Precious Achiuwa will likely see extended minutes if Towns can't give it a go.

Towns (thumb) is questionable for Friday's game against Minnesota.

Towns missed Wednesday's game against the 76ers because he's dealing with a bone chip in his wrist along with a sprained right thumb. He's considered day-to-day, however, and it sounds like this will be a pain tolerance issue for New York's franchise center. Precious Achiuwa stepped up in Towns' absence Wednesday, scoring 10 points with six rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 30 minutes.

Towns (wrist/thumb) is dealing with a bone chip in his wrist along with a sprained thumb, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns was already nursing a sprained thumb that ruled him out for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves. The veteran big man also has a bone chip in his wrist, but the Knicks star will play through it once he returns because surgery isn't necessary. He's considered day-to-day moving forward.

Towns (thumb) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns has been able to stay healthy for most of his first season with the Knicks. However, he will miss his fourth game of the 2024-25 campaign when New York faces Philadelphia on Wednesday. Due to Towns' absence, Precious Achiuwa and Ariel Hukporti may see a bump in minutes against the 76ers.

Towns (thumb) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.

Towns sustained the sprained right thumb during Monday's loss to the Pistons, though he was able to play through the injury, posting 26 points (7-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 43 minutes. With Jericho Sims (back) also listed as questionable, Precious Achiuwa and Ariel Hukporti could see a significant bump in minutes against the 76ers.

Towns finished with 26 points (7-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 43 minutes during Monday's 124-119 loss to the Pistons.

Towns posted his ninth consecutive double-double Monday, albeit in a losing effort. The 29-year-old did struggle a bit from the field, though he is still on pace to shoot a career-high 55.0 percent this season. Despite tying his second-highest minutes total of the season, the star big man appeared to injure his thumb in the contest, though he was dismissive about the injury postgame, per Ian Begley of SportsNet New York. The extent of the injury is unknown, though it could be something to monitor ahead of Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.

Towns notched 30 points (10-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 18 rebounds, four assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Sunday's 140-106 victory over Milwaukee.

Towns delivered a stellar performance in the blowout win, racking up a game-high mark in rebounds while logging his 14th 30-plus-point outing. The star big man recorded his 33rd double-double through 37 regular-season appearances and is also on pace to average a career-high mark in rebounds (14.0). Towns continues to dominate with his new club and has been efficient while doing so, shooting what would be a career-high 55.4 percent from the field.

Towns registered 23 points (9-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 29 minutes during Friday's 126-101 loss to the Thunder.

The Knicks looked overmatched in this game, but Towns delivered another consistent effort en route to posting his seventh straight double-double. In fact, the star center has not recorded a double-double in only four of his 36 regular-season appearances. He's averaging 25.3 points and a career-high 13.9 boards per game in his first year with the franchise after being traded from the Timberwolves in the offseason.

Towns (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns will shake off a questionable tag due to right knee patellar tendonopathy. The star big man has appeared in four of the club's last five outings, during which he has averaged 29.8 points, 18.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.0 steals and 0.8 blocks in 37.5 minutes per contest.

Towns (knee) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Towns returned to the floor for the Knicks during Wednesday's game against the Raptors, recording a double-double with 27 points and 13 rebounds. That was his 31st double-double of the season, as the veteran big man continues to shine in New York. However, if he misses Friday's game, Jericho Sims could see a bump in minutes and possibly be inserted into the starting lineup again like he was against the Magic.

Towns logged 27 points (9-14 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and three steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 112-98 win over the Raptors.

The double-double was Towns' sixth straight and 31st of the season, putting him second in the NBA behind only Domantas Sabonis' 32. Towns did miss Monday's contest due to knee soreness, but he's looked plenty healthy when he's been on the court, averaging 30.2 points, 16.5 boards, 3.2 assists, 1.8 threes, 1.5 steals and 0.8 blocks during his double-double streak while shooting 60.5 percent from the floor and 45.8 percent (11-for-24) from beyond the arc.

Towns (knee) will play in Wednesday's game against Toronto, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns will return from a one-game absence due to right knee tendinitis and will replace Jericho Sims in the Knicks' starting five. In two games against Toronto this season, Towns is averaging 27.5 points, 12.5 rebounds, 6.5 assists and 2.5 combined steals-plus-blocks.

Towns is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

After missing Monday's loss to Orlando due to right knee tendinitis, Towns is in jeopardy of missing Wednesday's favorable matchup against the Raptors. If the superstar big man is unable to go, fantasy managers can expect Jalen Brunson to do the heavy lifting on offense, while Jericho Sims and Precious Achiuwa figure to split Towns' vacated minutes at center for the Knicks.

Towns (knee) won't play in Monday's game against the Pistons, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Right knee tendinitis will keep Towns out Monday, and the star big man's next chance to play arrives Wednesday against the Raptors. Jericho Sims will start at center for the Knicks against Orlando, Steve Popper of Newsday reports, but Precious Achiuwa is the more likely candidate to soak up the lion's share of the minutes at the five.

Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Magic.

Towns seemingly picked up the right knee injury in Saturday's loss to Chicago, during which he posted 44 points (17-29 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 16 rebounds, five assists and one steal across 37 minutes. The star center was able to go through a postgame weightlifting session Saturday, which bodes well for his status against Orlando. If the big man is sidelined Monday, Precious Achiuwa will likely slot into the starting five, with Jericho Sims seeing a bump in minutes off the bench.

Towns said following Saturday's 139-126 loss to the Bulls that he didn't require any further testing after he sustained an apparent lower-body injury late in the fourth quarter, Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reports.

Neither Towns nor the Knicks offered confirmation on the nature of the injury the big man suffered when he fell hard to the court after converting an and-one play with about 1:36 remaining in the game. After hitting the ensuing free throw, Towns checked out of the game two seconds later, but so did the Knicks' other four starters while head coach Tom Thibodeau essentially conceded the win to the Bulls, who held a 12-point lead. In addition to indicating he didn't require post-game tests, Towns went through a postgame weightlifting session, which is seemingly another good sign for his status heading into Monday's game against the Magic.

Towns headed to the locker room in the final stages of the fourth quarter during Saturday's 139-126 loss to the Hawks due to an apparent hamstring injury, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports. He finished with 44 points (17-29 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 16 rebounds, five assists and a steal across 37 minutes.

Towns departed the game when the contest was already decided, but his status is worth monitoring since the Knicks have only one day of rest before facing the Magic on Monday. If Towns misses time, Precious Achiuwa and Jericho Sims would be next in line to handle most of the minutes at center. Losing Towns would be huge for the Knicks, though. He's recorded five straight double-doubles while reaching the 30-point plateau four times in that stretch.

Towns recorded 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-4 FT), 22 rebounds, four assists and three steals in 42 minutes during Friday's 117-107 loss to Oklahoma City.

Towns has been on a tear on both ends of the court of late, and the star big man notched a fourth straight double-double despite the Knicks' fourth-quarter meltdown in this game. He has had 26 double-doubles across his last 29 games since the beginning of November, averaging 25.0 points, 14.3 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Furthermore, this was his fourth game with at least 20 rebounds this season, something he didn't do often during his previous seasons with Minnesota.

Towns contributed 31 points (10-20 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 21 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 119-103 victory over Utah.

Towns continued his red-hot scoring streak against the Jazz on Wednesday, dropping a game-high 31 points while helping shoulder the load in Jalen Brunson's absence. The veteran big man has scored 30 or more points in three straight games and 12 times this season, including two scoring performances of 44 or more points.

Towns chipped in 30 points (13-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 44 minutes during Saturday's 136-132 overtime win over the Wizards.

Even though seeing Towns record double-doubles was almost automatic at one point, he accomplished that feat after not doing so in his previous two contests. The star big man was extremely efficient Saturday and outplayed Alex Sarr, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, with absolute ease. This was Towns' 26th double-double of the 2024-25 campaign.

Towns totaled 31 points (11-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 32 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 139-125 win over Toronto.

Towns teased his first triple-double of the campaign in Monday's easy win, co-leading the Knicks with 31 points alongside OG Anunoby and also tying with Jalen Brunson for the team high with seven assists. It was an emphatic rebound performance for Towns, who had scored a season-low 11 points on 3-for-10 shooting from the field in Saturday's win over New Orleans. The star big man continues to flourish during his first year in New York, shooting a career-high 45.6 percent from downtown and averaging a career-best 13.9 rebounds over 27 appearances in 2024-25.

Towns registered 11 points (3-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one block across 27 minutes during Saturday's 104-93 win over New Orleans.

It was the 24th double-double of the season for Towns in only 26 games, and he's already blown past the 22 DDs in 62 regular-season contests he managed in 2023-24, his final campaign with Minnesota. The 29-year-old center has a double-double in 17 straight appearances, and his 24 puts him second in the NBA behind Domantas Sabonis' 25.

Towns posted 32 points (10-12 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 20 rebounds, six assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Thursday's 133-107 win over Minnesota.

Towns turned heads in this huge win over his former team, as he became the second player in NBA history with at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, five assists and five three-pointers made in a game, something only DeMarcus Cousins had achieved in the past. Towns extended his double-double streak to 16 games, but he's taken his game to another level of late. The star big man is averaging 23.0 points, 18.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game since the beginning of December.

Towns finished with 22 points (7-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 22 rebounds, five assists and one block over 43 minutes during Sunday's 100-91 victory over the Magic.

Towns pulled down a season-high 22 rebounds, marking his sixth career game with at least that many boards. Although his shooting has cooled off in December, he has made up for it by increasing his output in rebounds and blocks. Over his last six games, he's averaging 21.5 points, 17.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.8 blocks, 1.0 steals and 1.7 three-pointers.

Towns racked up 19 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 19 rebounds, five assists, three blocks and three steals across 37 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 108-100 loss to the Hawks.

Towns' season-high 19 boards helped him post his 21st double-double of the season in 23 appearances. The 29-year-old big man is averaging a career-high 13.6 rebounds. Towns is also displaying impressive efficiency in 2024-25, posting 52.9/44.2/83.7 shooting splits.

Towns (knee) is good to go for Wednesday's game against Atlanta, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Towns torched the Hawks for 34 points and 16 rebounds in a Nov. 6 meeting, and he'll look to replicate similar results in a heightened Emirates NBA Cup environment Wednesday. Josh Hart (ankle) has also been cleared, making New York's usual starting lineup fully healthy.

Towns (knee) is listed as probable for Wednesday's NBA Cup Quarterfinal matchup against the Hawks.

Towns is expected to suit up in his second straight contest Wednesday despite dealing with right knee patellar tendinopathy. Towns has been scorching the nets from behind the arc this season, converting 44.7 percent of his 10.5 three-point attempts per contest.

Towns racked up 24 points (7-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists, two steals and two blocks across 36 minutes in Monday's 113-108 win over the Raptors.

Towns extended his double-double streak to 13 outings while stuffing the stat sheet on both ends of the floor. Moreover, the big man hit a huge three-pointer to ice the game in the final seconds. The 29-year-old returned to game action after missing Saturday's loss to Detroit due to right knee patellar tendonopathy, though he didn't miss a beat while leading the Knicks in points and rebounds against Toronto. Towns has logged three consecutive 20-plus-point outings, and in all three games he totaled at least 15 rebounds while shooting 40.0 percent from beyond the arc.

Towns (knee) is available for Monday's game against Toronto, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns will return to game action following a one-game absence due to right knee patellar tendonopathy. The big man should shoulder his normal workload Monday, and in his last five outings, the star center has averaged 21.6 points, 15.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.6 blocks while shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc in 34.8 minutes per game.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Raptors, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns is in danger of missing his second consecutive outing due to right knee patellar tendonopathy. The star big man has been on a tear as of late, and in his last five outings he has averaged 21.6 points, 15.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.6 blocks while shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc across 34.8 minutes per game. If Towns is sidelined, Jericho Sims and Precious Achiuwa are candidates for an increased role.

Towns (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Pistons, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

The Knicks will miss who has been their best player over the last four weeks, as Towns has been dominant down low on both ends of the court during a torrid stretch that has seen him record 12 straight double-doubles between Nov. 12 and Dec. 5. His absence will open the door for more minutes to players such as Precious Achiuwa and Jericho Sims. Towns' next chance to play will come against the Raptors on Monday.

Towns is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons due to patellar tendonopathy in his right knee.

Towns hasn't been listed on the team's injury report of late, so this knee issue appears to be a recent development. The team will monitor his status closely leading up to tipoff to determine his availability for Saturday.

Towns chipped in 27 points (9-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 16 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 39 minutes during Thursday's 125-101 win over the Hornets.

Towns continues to anchor the Knicks on both ends of the court with his stellar two-way player, and the big man has extended his streak to 12 consecutive double-doubles. He's averaging 25.4 points, 13.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game in that stretch while shooting 52.9 percent from the floor and 39.7 percent from three-point range.

Towns provided 23 points (8-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 15 rebounds and two blocks across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 121-106 win over the Magic.

Towns was one of six Knicks players who scored in double digits in this comfortable win, but the star center took things one step further and led the Knicks in points, rebounds and blocks while dominating the duo of Wendell Carter and Moritz Wagner on offense. Towns has recorded 11 straight double-doubles while notching at least 20 points eight times in that span, so his two-way play has been outstanding. The move to center has benefited Towns from a fantasy perspective, and he's been one of the most productive players in that position through the first six weeks of the 2024-25 campaign.

Towns logged 14 points (4-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 19 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 25 minutes during Sunday's 118-85 victory over New Orleans.

Towns racked up a game-high 19 rebounds in Sunday's blowout victory over the Pelicans, tying his season-high figure set during Nov. 4's loss to Houston. The 29-year-old four-time All-Star has excelled as one of the top big men in fantasy since being traded from the Timberwolves to the Knicks this past offseason, averaging a robust 25.3 points, 13.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.4 three-pointers in 33.3 minutes per game while shooting a career-high 45.5 percent from downtown over 19 contests. Towns has seen his rebounding rate skyrocket as New York's starting center after playing at the four in the past three seasons in Minnesota, and he should continue to be an elite source of boards for fantasy managers going forward.

Towns contributed 19 points (8-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal across 39 minutes during Friday's 99-98 win over Charlotte.

Towns did a little bit of everything for New York in Friday's narrow victory, recording team-high-tying marks in rebounds and blocks while handing out a handful of assists and finishing second on the team in scoring. Towns has gotten off to a hot start this season with the Knicks, having recorded a double-double in all but two outings. He has now handed out at least five dimes in six contests.

Towns posted 25 points (7-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 14 rebounds, four assists and one block across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 129-114 loss to Dallas.

Towns has been an absolute double-double machine this season, and the star big man reached that outcome for the eighth consecutive contest. He's averaging 27.8 points and 13.1 boards per contest in that span while shooting 55.2 percent from the floor. Despite being traded to New York from Minnesota only a few weeks before the start of training camp, Towns had adjusted well to life in New York and remains one of the most productive big men in The Association.

Towns had 30 points (12-15 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Monday's 145-118 victory over Denver.

Towns had one of his most efficient performances of the season Monday, and this stat line carries an added value when considering he dealt with the threat of Nikola Jokic throughout the entire game. Towns extended his streak of double-doubles to seven consecutive appearances. His numbers have been absolutely elite in that stretch thanks to averages of 28.1 points, 13.0 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

Towns (calf) has been cleared to play Monday against the Nuggets, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Towns carried a questionable tag leading up to Monday's tipoff, but he's now been cleared by the team's training staff to run the floor. He's produced at a high level over his last five appearances, averaging 29.2 points, 12.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.4 minutes.

Towns is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets due to a left calf contusion.

Towns was able to play through a left knee injury earlier in November, though he was forced to sit against the Nets on Nov. 15. He now appears to be working through a calf injury, and if he's unable to play Monday, Jericho Sims would likely be inserted into the Knicks' starting lineup. For the month of November, Towns has averaged 27.4 points on 52.1 percent shooting (including 41.7 percent from three on 6.5 3PA/G), 12.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists over 33.9 minutes per game.

Towns posted 34 points (12-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 138-122 victory over the Suns.

The Knicks are getting what they asked for with the Towns trade. Towns notched his fifth consecutive double-double against a struggling Phoenix squad, and he's hit that threshold 12 times through 14 games. Expect another big night from Towns as they meet Utah, another team that's struggling in the interior.

Towns recorded 24 points (8-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 12 rebounds and three assists over 25 minutes during Monday's 134-106 win over the Wizards.

Towns only needed 25 minutes to record his fourth consecutive double-double -- and 11th of the last 12 games. Even though Towns has struggled defensively at times, his two-way impact can't be overlooked in fantasy. He's averaging 27.9 points, 12.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists and a combined 1.8 steals-plus-blocks in nine outings in November.

Towns closed Sunday's 114-104 win over the Nets with 26 points (10-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes.

Towns returned to the hardwood after a one-game absence and posted an impressive stat line, leading the Knicks in points and rebounds while ending second in assists behind Jalen Brunson's 10. Towns has been excellent in his first year with the Manhattan franchise and has recorded 10 double-doubles in his first 12 games with New York. The star big man is averaging 28.4 points, 13.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game since the beginning of November.

Towns (knee) is available for Sunday's game against Brooklyn, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns was a game-time call for Sunday's game after missing Friday's contest against the Nets due to a left knee contusion, but he was able to go through pregame warmups and will start. Since and including Nov. 1, Towns has averaged 28.7 points, 12.7 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 steals over 35.0 minutes per game.

Coach Tom Thibodeau said Towns (knee), who is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets, will warm up with the intention of playing, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Towns missed Friday's win over the Nets due to a left knee contusion, though his ability to go through pregame warmups is a promising sign for his availability. If the big man remains sidelined, Jericho Sims will likely get the starting nod once again.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.

Towns missed Friday's win with a left knee contusion, and the star big man could be in danger of missing a second straight contest. Jericho Sims got the start Friday and might remain in the first unit if Towns is unable to suit up Sunday.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Towns is dealing with a left knee contusion and will miss his first game of the 2024-25 campaign after posting a season-high 46 points in Wednesday's loss to Chicago. In the big man's absence, Jericho Sims should handle an increased role. Towns' next opportunity to suit up will come in Sunday's rematch against the Nets.

Towns (knee) is considered a game-time call for Friday against the Nets and will go through warmups before a decision is made, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Towns is dealing with a left knee contusion and could miss his first game of the 2024-25 campaign after posting a season-high 46 points in Wednesday's loss to Chicago. If the big man is ruled out after going through warmups, Jericho Sims will likely receive an increased role Friday.

Towns is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Nets due to a left knee contusion.

Towns is coming off a season-high 46 points against Chicago but appears to have injured his knee. If the star big man is forced to sit out against Brooklyn, Jericho Sims will likely receive an increased role.

Towns registered 46 points (18-30 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-8 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and three steals in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 124-123 loss to the Bulls.

Despite Towns dropping a season-high 46 points, the Knicks came up short against the Bulls on Wednesday. The 29-year-old big man has displayed impressive efficiency to begin the season, converting 50.8 percent of his 5.4 three-point attempts per contest. Towns has also recorded a double-double in nine of his 11 appearances in 2024-25.

Towns accumulated 21 points (7-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 111-99 victory over the 76ers.

The veteran center came one board shy of extending his double-double streak to eight games in Sunday's loss to the Pacers, but Towns wasted no time starting a new one Tuesday. He's had an impressive start to his Knicks tenure, and through his first 10 outings for New York, Towns is averaging 24.5 points, 12.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 2.4 threes and 0.9 blocks while shooting 52.4 percent from the floor and an eye-popping 51.1 percent from long distance.

Towns produced 32 points (12-20 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 11 rebounds and five assists in 32 minutes during Friday's 116-94 victory over the Bucks.

Towns has recorded seven straight double-doubles, including back-to-back with at least 30 points. His five assists Friday also mark his second-best effort of the campaign. After attempting only six three-pointers through the first three games, Towns is shooting 53.3 percent from deep on 6.0 attempts per game over his last five appearances.

Towns posted 34 points (11-23 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 121-116 loss to Atlanta.

Towns extended his double-double streak to six games and continues flourishing as the Knicks' starting center. It's worth noting the three blocks were a season-high mark for him, and while he's never been an elite rim protector, anything he can provide in that category would be a bonus to what he already delivers as a scoring and rebounding machine. He's averaging 25.0 points and 14.0 rebounds per game during his ongoing double-double streak.

Towns ended with 17 points (7-17 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 19 rebounds and one block over 32 minutes during Monday's 109-97 loss to Houston.

Towns struggled from the field Monday, though he did produce his fifth consecutive double-double in the loss. The superstar big man has been fairly efficient thus far, and he has shot 52.3 percent from the field. Moreover, he has looked more comfortable with his new club while putting up 17-plus shots in each of his last three games. However, Towns is averaging only 3.2 three-point attempts per game thus far, which would be his lowest mark since his rookie season.

Towns supplied 21 points (8-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals in 27 minutes during Friday's 128-98 win over the Pistons.

Towns was listed as questionable for Friday's game due to a left wrist sprain. He was able to play through the injury and led the Knicks in rebounding and assists while finishing tied with OG Anunoby for second in scoring behind Jalen Brunson (36). Towns is averaging just 3.4 three-point attempts per game to start the regular season, but he's shooting 64.7 percent from deep. That won't be sustainable, but Towns brings plenty of fantasy value in scoring -- particularly from three -- and rebounding.

Towns (wrist) is available and starting in Friday's game against the Pistons, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns appeared to sprain his left wrist while dropping a 44-point double-double in Wednesday's win over Miami, though he is expected to handle his normal workload Friday. The big man has averaged 22.5 points, 11.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals-plus-blocks across 31.8 minutes per game in four regular-season outings with his new club.

Coach Tom Thibodeau said Towns (wrist) will warm up with the intention of playing in Friday's game versus the Pistons, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Towns is officially listed as questionable due to a left wrist sprain but appears likely to suit up Friday. If he is officially upgraded to available, there is no indication that Towns will be on a minutes restriction.

Towns is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Pistons due to a sprained left wrist.

Despite scoring 44 points, Towns appears to have sprained his wrist against Miami. If Towns is ruled out against Detroit, Jericho Sims will likely see increased playing time.

Towns amassed 44 points (17-25 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 13 rebounds and two assists in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 116-107 victory over Miami.

Towns had his best game since joining the Knicks before the start of training camp in late September, and the star big man was the main reason why New York came through with the victory here. Towns has opened his Knicks tenure with three double-doubles in four games, and he figures to continue playing a dominant role on offense alongside Jalen Brunson.

Towns ended Friday's 123-98 win over the Pacers with 21 points (5-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 15 rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 32 minutes.

Towns was quiet in the season-opening loss to the Celtics on Tuesday, but he bounced back here and dominated near the rim on both ends of the court. That wasn't an easy thing in this matchup, as he had to deal with Pascal Siakam and Myles Turner all game long. Towns should be a strong bet for a double-double every time he steps on the court, as he notched 31 of those in 2023-24 between the regular season and the playoffs with the Timberwolves.

Towns closed with 12 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 24 minutes during Tuesday's 132-109 loss to the Celtics.

The veteran center didn't make much of an impact in his Knicks debut, taking a back seat on offense to Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges. Towns should see his numbers grow as he gets more comfortable with his new teammates, and his familiarity with coach Tom Thibodeau's system from their time together with the Timberwolves should help accelerate the process. Towns averaged 25.4 points and 11.6 rebounds a game during the two full seasons he played under Thibodeau in Minnesota, but the 28-year-old may not be capable of that sort of production on a consistent basis at this stage of his career.

Towns notched 22 points (7-16 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and a block across 30 minutes in Friday's 118-117 preseason loss to the Wizards.

Towns was traded from the Timberwolves to the Knicks in late September and figures to be a cornerstone for New York in 2024-25, presumably starting and center and operating as the team's second option on offense behind Jalen Brunson. There will be some adjustment period, but Towns should eventually adjust to playing in a different environment after playing each of his previous nine seasons with Minnesota.

Towns (rest) is expected to play in Friday's preseason finale against the Wizards, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

It seems the Knicks will play their starters in their preseason finale, though it's uncertain how many minutes they'll log on, considering the regular season is right around the corner. This will be Towns' first year with the Knicks after being acquired by New York in a trade that sent Julius Randle to the Timberwolves, and he figures to play a prominent role on offense alongside Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges.

Towns won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Hornets for rest purposes, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Towns and the rest of New York's starters will get the night off. They're expected to be back in action during Friday's preseason finale in Washington.

Towns generated 25 points (7-20 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, a steal and two blocks across 28 minutes of Wednesday's 117-94 preseason win over the Wizards.

All five Knicks starters played at least 23 minutes, but it was Towns who led the team in points and rebounds. The 28-year-old attempted to shoot through his cold spell, as he's now shooting 9-for-29 from the field and 2-for-12 from three-point land across two preseason contests. Still, it's encouraging to see the former Minnesota Timberwolf in a featured role with his new team.

Towns finished Sunday's preseason game against Charlotte with 10 points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and two steals in 15 minutes.

Making his Knicks debut, Towns started at center, as anticipated, alongside Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson. While he played only 15 minutes, Towns was able to launch five three-point attempts and work his way to the line six times. The veteran will be a key piece for the new-look Knicks, who acquired Bridges in the offseason and sent out both Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo in the deal for Towns.

Towns has been dealt to the Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte Divincenzo, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Towns was the No. 1 overal selection for the Timberwolves in the 2015-16 NBA Draft. He has averaged 22.9 points, 10.8 rebounds, assists, 0.8 steals, 1.3 blocks and 1.7 triples in 34.0 minutes across nine seasons. He will now start at center for the Knicks in their new look offense in the upcoming season.

Towns ended Thursday's 124-103 loss to the Mavericks in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals with 28 points (9-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and one steal across 38 minutes.

Despite putting up his best game of the series Thursday, Towns' efforts weren't enough to avoid defeat. The 28-year-old big man tied Anthony Edwards for a team-high 28 points and led Minnesota in rebounding. Towns will finish the Western Conference Finals averaging 19.6 points, 8.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 33.2 minutes. He also struggled mightily with his efficiency, shooting just 37.9 percent from the field and 24.2 percent from three across the five games.

Towns closed with 25 points (9-13 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 30 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 105-100 victory over the Mavericks in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

Towns had been heavily criticized due to his shooting struggles throughout the series, but he bounced back in a big way Tuesday, missing just one of his five attempts from beyond the arc and just four of his 17 shots overall when including free throws. One game is not going to erase all of his struggles all of a sudden, but this was certainly a step in the right direction. Towns will need to produce at this rate, or even better, if Minnesota want to win Game 5 on Thursday to extend the series even further.

Towns provided 14 points (5-18 FG, 0-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists across 38 minutes during Sunday's 116-107 loss to Dallas in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals.

Towns can't find an offensive rhythm, and the star big man had another woeful showing, particularly from three-point range, where he missed all eight of his attempts. The double-double was a nice outcome for the fantasy managers who continue to trust him, but it's worth noting Towns has yet to reach the 20-point mark in any game of the series while shooting a woeful 27.8 percent from the field, including 13.6 percent from deep.

Towns racked up 16 points (6-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 108-105 loss to Dallas in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.

The Timberwolves need Towns to be consistent as an offensive threat, and while the numbers have been there most of the time, the efficiency has been lacking. Towns has scored at least 20 points in four of his last eight appearances since the start of the series against the Nuggets while shooting 47.4 percent from the field in that span, so he seems to be getting the job done even when he has an off night from time to time. Given he only made 30 percent of his shots in Game 1 on Wednesday, Towns will aim to bounce back in Game 2 on Friday.

Towns finished Thursday's 115-70 victory over Denver in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals with 10 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds and five assists across 29 minutes.

Towns had a couple of clutch buckets in the early stages of the game, but for the most part, he took a backseat in the scoring column as Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels carried Minnesota offensively in this win. The Timberwolves need Towns to be at his best if they want to have a shot at winning a complicated Game 7 on the road, and for that to happen, he'll need to be even more aggressive on the offensive end of the court, an area in which he hasn't been consistent throughout the series. To note, Towns has reached the 20-point mark in four of the six games he's played in this semis against the Nuggets, and the Timberwolves have gone 3-1 in those contests.

Towns left Tuesday's game versus the Nuggets with 2:14 remaining in the first quarter due to an apparent left knee injury but checked back in with 1:23 left in the first quarter.

Towns appeared to aggravate the left knee that he had surgically repaired in March after Kentavious Caldwell-Pope inadvertently tripped him, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports. However, Towns missed less than a minute of game action and should be available to finish Tuesday's contest.

Towns posted 13 points (5-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 115-107 loss to the Nuggets in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Towns might have ended with a double-double, and his overall stat line looked decent despite the loss. Still, his shooting woes are impossible to overlook, especially in a game where the Timberwolves needed him to provide a spark on offense. Towns needs to be better offensively for the Wolves, because otherwise, he forces players such as Rudy Gobert and Mike Conley to handle bigger roles on offense, and that's not a recipe for success. Towns is averaging 18.5 points per game while shooting 50.9 percent from the field in the series, and he needs to shake off this woeful showing in Game 5 on Tuesday.

Towns posted 14 points (4-7 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and three assists over 33 minutes in Friday's 117-90 loss to the Nuggets in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Towns didn't get much going offensively outside of connecting on a team-high mark from three, ending the contest as one of four players with a double-digit point total to go along with a handful of rebounds in a losing effort. Towns failed to reach the 15-point mark for just the second time of the postseason, having scored at least 20 points in each of the first two games against Denver. Towns will have to come out in Game 4 looking for more opportunities offensively and displaying more aggressiveness if Minnesota wants to take a commanding 3-1 series advantage.

Towns closed with 27 points (10-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes during Monday's 106-80 win over the Nuggets in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Towns was tasked with more responsibility on the defensive end since Rudy Gobert (personal) was unavailable for this contest. Even though he had to deal with Nikola Jokic on both ends of the court, Towns thrived and posted a solid stat line. This was Towns' third double-double over his last four playoff appearances, and he's expected to return to his role at power forward in case Gobert is ready to return for Game 3 of the series, scheduled for Friday.

Towns registered 18 points (7-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds and two assists in 24 minutes during Friday's 126-109 win over the Suns in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

Towns needed 16 shots to score 18 points, but he still made his presence felt and looked active on the glass, grabbing double-digit boards despite being limited to just 24 minutes due to foul trouble. Towns has adjusted well to life operating as Minnesota's second offensive option behind Anthony Edwards, but he remains extremely valuable in fantasy as a two-way big man who can shoot threes at an above-average rate. He's averaging 16.3 points and 9.3 rebounds per game in the current series while shooting an elite 45.5 percent (5-for-11) from beyond the arc.

Towns finished Tuesday's 105-93 win over the Suns in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals with 12 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal over 24 minutes.

Towns played just 24 minutes in the victory, falling two rebounds short of a double-double. The coaching staff continues to monitor minutes as he returns from a knee injury. He also picked up four fouls in quick time, perhaps impacting his time on the floor. They will now get three nights off before returning to the court for Game 3. The extended rest will almost certainly provide Towns with a chance to continue his return-to-action plan.

Towns (knee) will play in Sunday's game against the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Towns and Anthony Edwards (illness) will both get the green light for the regular-season finale, as the Timberwolves attempt to secure the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. Towns returned to action Friday following an 18-game absence and posted 11 points, eight assists, five rebounds and one block in 28 minutes during a win over Atlanta.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Suns.

Towns returned to action Friday against the Hawks, his first game since March 4. He posted 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight assists, five rebounds and one block across 28 minutes, but now the Timberwolves are considering a maintenance day to make sure he's fresh for the postseason.

Towns (knee) posted 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight assists, five rebounds and one block across 28 minutes Friday in the Timberwolves' 109-106 win over the Hawks.

Towns made his return to the lineup for the first time since March 4 after a five-plus-week recovery from surgery to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee. The Timberwolves didn't announce heading into Friday's game that Towns would be on a specific minutes restriction, but he ended up seeing more playing time than some might have expected in his return from a major injury. Though Towns' shooting was off the mark in his return, his eight assists matched his season high. The Timberwolves are currently tied with the Thunder and Nuggets atop the Western Conference standings, so expect Towns to take on more minutes in Sunday's regular-season finale with the Suns while Minnesota remains in a battle for the No. 1 seed.

Towns (knee) announced Friday that he will play in Friday's game versus the Hawks.

Towns will return to action Friday after missing Minnesota's last 18 games with a left knee injury. While the star big man should reclaim his starting spot from Naz Reid, it wouldn't be surprising for Towns to operate on a minutes restriction against Atlanta.

Towns (knee), who is questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks, is expected to return to action against Atlanta, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Towns has been trending toward a return to action recently, as he was recently cleared for full-contact, 5-on-5 basketball activities in practice. He was expected to return sometime during the Timberwolves' final three games of the regular season, and it appears likely that he'll be back in action for the team's penultimate matchup. Assuming he's available, Minnesota will likely monitor his playing time ahead of the playoffs.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Atlanta.

Towns has missed the last 18 games due to a left knee injury, but he's been ramping up his activity level in practice recently and could be back in action for one of the Timberwolves' final two regular-season games. If he's able to suit up Friday, it wouldn't be surprising to see the 28-year-old face a minutes restriction to preserve his health ahead of the postseason.

Towns (knee) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets.

Towns will miss his 18th straight game Wednesday due to a left knee injury, as expected. However, the star big man is reportedly nearing a return, with Friday's matchup against Atlanta being his next opportunity to suit up.

Towns (knee) isn't planning to play Wednesday against the Nuggets but could be back in action Friday against Atlanta or Sunday against Phoenix, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

A previous report suggested that Towns could return as early as Wednesday, but it appears as though the 28-year-old will rest for at least one more game before potentially getting back on the court to close out the regular season. He underwent surgery to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee in mid-March and will likely have his playing time monitored if he's able to return for the final weekend of the regular season.

Towns (knee) is expected to return for one of the Timberwolves' final three regular season games, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Towns underwent knee surgery in mid-March but recently participated in a scrimmage and was cleared for full-contact, 5-on-5 basketball activities. The 28-year-old has progressed quickly in his rehab process and could return to game action as early as Wednesday against the Nuggets. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see the Timberwolves manage his workload to close out the regular season.

Towns (knee) remains out for Tuesday's matchup against the Wizards, but he's been cleared for full-contact, five-on-five basketball activities and is progressing toward his return to game action.

Towns reportedly participated in a scrimmage Sunday, per Shams Charania of The Athletic, and is expected to suit up before the regular season ends. After Tuesday's game, the Timberwolves will head to Denver for a matchup against the Nuggets on Wednesday before finishing the regular season with two home games -- Friday versus Atlanta and Sunday against Phoenix.

Towns (knee) participated in a scrimmage Sunday and is nearing a return to game action, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

The Timberwolves continue to have optimism that Towns will return before the regular season concludes, giving him a four-game window over the next week to suit up. The talented big man had surgery in mid-March to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee and was slated to miss at least four weeks. If he is cleared to suit up this week, Towns will likely be limited but should have enough time to ramp up his conditioning before the postseason. Per Charania, when asked about Towns' potential return, teammate Anthony Edwards said, "KAT will be back."

Towns continues rehabbing his surgical repaired left meniscus, but " there is optimism he could be back before the end of the regular season," Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Towns returned for eight contests at the end of the 2022-23 campaign after a multi-month absence due to a severe calf strain, so there is precedent for Minnesota to re-incorporate Towns before the playoffs if he is medically cleared. The 28-year-old is due for re-evaluation on April 9, which marks him being four weeks removed from surgery and leaves four games remaining on Minnesota schedule. The team's regular-season finale comes April 14 versus Phoenix, so Towns' window to return prior to the playoffs is narrow. Overall, his recovery appears to be going smoothly, which bodes extremely well for Minnesota's postseason aspirations.

The Timberwolves announced Tuesday that Towns underwent successful surgery to repair a left knee lateral meniscus tear and will be re-evaluated in four weeks.

While Towns seems unlikely to return before the end of the regular season, his successful surgery is a good sign that he will retake the floor for the playoffs. Kyle Anderson will likely remain in the starting lineup in the star big man's absence, with Naz Reid also taking on a larger role.

Towns will undergo surgery to repair his torn left meniscus and will be re-evaluated in a month, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Based on this news, Towns will likely be re-evaluated around April 8th. There would be four games left in the regular season at that point, and it seems unlikely that he would be available for those. However, Wojnarowski adds that Towns could return during the early portions of the Western Conference Playoffs. In the meantime, Minnesota will likely rely on Kyle Anderson, Naz Reid and T.J. Warren to fill the void.

Towns is out for Thursday's game against the Pacers after being diagnosed with a left meniscus injury, but the Timberwolves are still working to understand the full extent of the issue, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Wojnarowski relays that it remains unclear how much time, if any, beyond Thursday's game that Towns will be forced to miss, with his report striking a more optimistic tone about the big man's health than one less than an hour earlier from Shams Charania of The Athletic, who described Towns as out indefinitely with a torn meniscus. Fantasy managers in redraft leagues are likely best off continuing to roster Towns until the Timberwolves provide more clarity on the extent of his injury as well as a treatment plan, but the possibility still exists that the 28-year-old will be lost for several weeks, if not the rest of the season. Kyle Anderson and Naz Reid look to be the primary beneficiaries of Towns' absence, for whatever length of time it might be.

Towns was diagnosed Thursday with a torn meniscus in his left knee and is considered out indefinitely, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Minnesota had already ruled Towns out in advance of Thursday's game in Indiana with a sore left knee, but follow-up testing evidently revealed a more significant injury. The Timberwolves likely won't offer up a timeline for Towns until a treatment plan is established, but if a full meniscus repair is needed, he would likely miss the rest of the regular season and playoffs. Even if Towns is able to treat the injury through rest and rehab or if he requires a partial meniscectomy, he still could face an uphill battle to make it back on the court before the regular season ends April 14. For whatever length of time Towns is out, the Timberwolves will likely turn to Kyle Anderson and Naz Reid to help replace his minutes.

Towns has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against the Pacers due to left knee soreness.

Thursday's matchup is the first half of a back-to-back set, so this may just be a rest day for the big man, who hasn't missed a game due to injury since Dec. 23. In his absence, Naz Reid and Kyle Anderson are candidates for increased roles, while recently-signed T.J. Warren could also enter the rotation for the first time.

Towns supplied 18 points (7-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and eight assists across 34 minutes during Sunday's 89-88 loss to the Clippers.

Towns has gone three straight games without reaching the 20-point mark, but given Anthony Edwards has settled himself as Minnesota's primary offensive weapon, Towns has adjusted well to being the Timberwolves' second-best scorer. The star big man can also get the job done in categories such as rebounds and assists, as evidenced by the fact he finished just one rebound and two assists shy of posting what would've been his first triple-double of the season. Even if his recent scoring numbers have not been eye-popping, Towns is still scoring at a higher rate than the previous campaign.

Towns had 13 points (5-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 110-101 win over the Grizzlies.

Towns didn't have his best showing Wednesday, though to be fair, he wasn't heavily involved on offense, which is quickly becoming a negative trend -- his 13 field goal attempts represent the third time over his last five games in which he didn't attempt 15 shots. Towns' place as the Timberwolves' second-best offensive weapon behind Anthony Edwards is not in danger, but he is also experiencing some regression compared to his previous seasons. Even if his numbers are not the same ones from the previous two campaigns, he remains an elite big man who must be rostered in all formats.

Towns (personal) isn't listed on Minnesota's injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Towns was a late scratch ahead of Tuesday's game due to a personal matter, but it looks like he'll return to action Wednesday. However, Anthony Edwards (ankle) and Rudy Gobert (ankle) are questionable, so Minnesota may still be down a starter or two. In February (nine games), Towns has averaged 21.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.2 blocks in 30.9 minutes per game.

Towns will not play Tuesday versus San Antonio due to a personal matter, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Towns' next opportunity to take the court comes Wednesday versus Memphis. Rudy Gobert (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game, and Naz Reid could be thrust into a prominent role regardless of Gobert's ultimate status.

Towns finished with 28 points (8-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal over 36 minutes during Saturday's 101-86 victory over the Nets.

Towns led all players in Saturday's contest in threes made while shooting a perfect mark from the free throw line and ending as one of two Timberwolves players with 25 or more points in a bounce-back victory. Towns, who ended one rebound shy of a double-double and added a pair of blocks defensively, has posted at least 25 points and eight rebounds in 10 games this season while connecting on four or more threes in 12 outings.

Towns chipped in 22 points (9-22 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Friday's 112-107 loss to the Bucks.

Towns had a rough time dealing with the Bucks' defense and needed 22 shots to score 22 points. However, shooting woes aside, the star big man delivered another solid outing en route to posting his first double-double since a 14-point, 10-rebound display against the Rockets on Feb. 4. Towns has adjusted to being Minnesota's second-best offensive option behind Anthony Edwards, but he's having a strong year across the board. He's averaging 20.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 blocks per game since the beginning of February.

Towns notched 23 points (8-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Thursday's 128-91 win over Portland.

Although Towns' numbers don't match Anthony Edwards' totals, he's still providing solid scoring support. During the team's recent four-game win streak, Towns has averaged 19.8 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists.

Towns totaled 24 points (8-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block across 27 minutes during Monday's 121-100 win over the Clippers.

Towns led the team in scoring and was the primary catalyst on a third-quarter run that sent the Timberwolves to victory. Towns recorded one of his lowest rebounding totals of the season in the win, leaving much of the heavy lifting to Rudy Gobert in the frontcourt.

Towns accumulated 33 points (11-22 FG, 7-16 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 39 minutes during Tuesday's 129-123 overtime loss to Chicago.

Towns bounced back from a subpar effort against the Rockets on Sunday, and he delivered one of his best scoring performances of the campaign here, but his efforts were not enough. His overall numbers are representing an upgrade compared to the 2022-23 campaign, and though he's now operating as Minnesota's second-best offensive weapon behind Anthony Edwards, he remains a solid two-way contributor who can post a double-double, or fill the stat sheet, on any given night.

Towns ended with 14 points (4-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocks in 27 minutes during Sunday's 111-90 victory over Houston.

This wasn't Towns' best performance, but his fantasy managers can just chalk it up to an off night as he took a backseat to Anthony Edwards in this one. Towns has been trending up since his 62-point explosion on Jan. 22, averaging 27.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.0 blocks and 3.0 three-pointers over his last eight games.

Towns finished with 29 points (11-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 121-87 victory over the Mavericks.

Towns led all players in Wednesday's contest in scoring while leading the Timberwolves in threes made and ending one rebound short of a double-double in another strong performance. Towns has buried four or more threes in nine games this year, having scored 25 or more points in four of his last six games while hauling in at least eight boards in three of his last four appearances.

Towns contributed 21 points (6-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 39 minutes during Monday's 107-101 victory over the Thunder.

Towns led all Timberwolves players with a half-dozen assists while ending as one of two players with 10 or more rebound along with surpassing the 20-point mark in a well-rounded double-double. Towns has handed out six or more dimes in four games this season while notching at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in two outings.

Towns contributed 27 points (12-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists over 37 minutes during Thursday's 96-94 victory over Brooklyn.

Towns has been on fire for Minnesota as of late, continuing that trend by leading all players in Thursday's contest in scoring and ending as one of two Timberwolves with 10 or more rebounds in a double-double outing. Towns has posted at least 18 points and 10 rebounds in two of his last four games while averaging an impressive 38.7 points over his last three games.

Towns racked up 27 points (11-24 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 118-107 win over Washington.

Towns once again boosted Minnesota's offense, coming off a career-high 62-point outing Monday by ending as one of two Timberwolves with 25 or more points and ending three points short of the 30-point mark. Towns, who also hauled in a half-dozen rebounds in the victory, has tallied at least 25 points and six boards in three of his last five games.

Towns accumulated 62 points (21-35 FG, 10-15 3Pt, 10-14 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 38 minutes during Monday's 128-125 loss to the Hornets.

Towns was red hot despite the loss, scoring 45 of his career-high 62 points in the first half. He went 10-of-15 from the perimeter, also a career-high mark. While this was obviously a statement performance for Towns, it was a terrible loss for the Timberwolves. They will look to get back on track in what should be another favorable matchup against the Wizards on Wednesday.

Towns provided 27 points (10-17 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and four assists in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 124-117 victory over the Pistons.

Towns led all players in Wednesday's contest in threes made while ending with a team-high-tying scoring mark and tying a season-high total in threes made. Town has connected on five or more threes in three games this year, two of which have occurred over his last five outings. Towns has now scored 27 or more points in 10 games this year.

Towns finished with 17 points (7-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and five assists over 37 minutes during Sunday's 109-105 victory over the Clippers.

Towns took a backseat in both scoring and rebounding in this game, as Anthony Edwards posted 33 points and Rudy Gobert grabbed 18 boards. However, Towns still delivered a strong fantasy line despite holding a secondary role across the board. Towns seems to be adjusting better to play alongside Gobert compared to last year, and his numbers back that up as well. Over eight outings in January, he's averaging 23.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 0.4 blocks per contest.

Towns posted 23 points (7-8 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, two steals and one assist over 28 minutes in Friday's 116-93 win over Portland.

Towns connected on a team-high-tying mark from three while finishing as one of two Timberwolves with 20 or more points and ending two boards short of a double-double in a blowout victory. Towns has recorded three or more threes on 10 occasions, tallying at least 20 points and eight rebounds in 12 contests this year.

Towns chipped in 25 points (8-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 13 rebounds, six assists and two steals across 44 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 127-120 overtime loss to the Celtics.

Towns led all players in Wednesday's overtime contest in rebounds while ending as one of two Timberwolves with 25 or more points to go along with a team-high assist total in a losing effort. Towns tallied at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for the first time this year while recording his first double-double since Dec. 20 against Philadelphia.

Towns logged 28 points (11-19 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, five assists and three steals across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 113-92 win over the Magic.

Towns led the Timberwolves in scoring for the first time since Dec. 16. Tuesday's game was only the second time this season he's hit five or more three pointers in a game, despite shooting at 39.4 percent from beyond the arc. He's had a strong start to the New Year and is averaging 25.0 points on 50.6 percent shooting (44.4 percent from three), 6.6 rebounds and 3.4 assists over his last five games.

Towns totaled 24 points (8-16 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 27 minutes during Sunday's 115-108 loss to Dallas.

Towns surpassed the 20-point mark for the fourth game in a row, but his contributions were not enough for Minnesota in a game the team lost incredibly despite having the lead late in the fourth quarter. Towns is firmly settled as Minnesota's second-best scoring option behind a red-hot Anthony Edwards, but he remains a solid play across all formats. He is averaging 19.4 points, 7.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game over his last 10 appearances.

Towns produced 22 points (8-19 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds and two assists across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 117-106 loss to the Pelicans.

Towns struggled from the field and had a rough time against Zion Williamson, who outplayed him badly on both ends of the court. Towns remains a solid fantasy asset, but he has been forced to settle as Minnesota's second-best offensive option behind Anthony Edwards. He's averaging 20.9 points, 9.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game over his last 10 appearances.

Towns racked up 29 points (10-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes during Monday's 112-106 loss to the Knicks.

The veteran center snapped out of a brief scoring slump that has seen him average 11.7 points over that prior three games while shooting just 37.9 percent from the floor. Towns' numbers have declined a bit from his peak, a product of Anthony Edwards' emergence on offense and Rudy Gobert's presence on defense, but he still produced 20.1 points, 9.6 boards, 2.8 assists and 1.6 threes through 12 contests in December.

Towns (knee) is starting against the Lakers on Saturday.

Towns was carrying a questionable tag into Saturday, and he was listed with the same injury that sidelined him Dec. 23 against the Kings. Towns was able to play Thursday versus Dallas, but he struggled in 27 minutes of action. There's no word of any restrictions ahead of tipoff.

Towns is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Lakers due to left knee soreness, Trevor Lane of Lakers Nation reports.

Towns missed a game on Dec. 23 against the Kings due to soreness in his left knee, but that was his lone absence thus far on the season. Keep a close eye on his status as Saturday's game approaches, and the Wolves will likely offer an update after shootaround in the morning. The big man is coming off of a 10-point, eight-rebound showing in Thursday's win over the Mavs.

Towns recorded 10 points (3-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds and three assists in 27 minutes during Thursday's 118-110 win over the Mavericks.

Towns finished Thursday's win with five fouls in addition to being bothered by a sore knee, leading to an overall rough performance. Minnesota's next matchup Saturday against the Lakers isn't a tremendous get-right spot, given Los Angeles' strong frontcourt defense. Monday's matchup against the Knicks could be a bounceback spot for the big man.

Towns (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Mavericks, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Towns was questionable for Thursday's matchup but participated in Minnesota's morning shootaround and will officially be able to suit up for a second consecutive game. In his return from a one-game absence Tuesday against the Thunder, he tallied 16 points, six rebounds and one assist in 29 minutes.

Towns (knee), who is questionable for Thursday's game against Dallas, participated in the Timberwolves' morning shootaround, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Towns returned from a one-game absence Tuesday against the Thunder but is still dealing with a sore knee ahead of Thursday's matchup. However, his participation in the team's morning shootaround is certainly encouraging and bodes well for his status. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 23.6 points, 9.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 33.4 minutes per game.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Towns was sidelined for Saturday's win over Sacramento due to knee soreness but cleared an injury designation and played 29 minutes during Tuesday's loss to the Thunder, posting 16 points, six rebounds, one assist and five turnovers. It appears the issue is still bothering the talented big man, so if he's sidelined, Naz Reid, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels would be candidates for increased roles again.

Towns (knee) is active and starting in Tuesday's game against the Thunder.

Towns will be able to return from left knee soreness following a one-game absence, which is excellent news considering Towns' was hobbled after suffering the injury in-game versus the Lakers on Thursday. Minnesota's lineup will be at full strength for a duel against the Thunder, who entered Tuesday with an 18-9 record.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Thunder.

Towns left Thursday's win late in the fourth quarter and missed Saturday's win over the Kings due to a knee injury. If he remains out Tuesday, Naz Reid, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels would be candidates for increased roles.

Towns (knee) is out for Saturday's matchup against the Kings, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Towns left Thursday's win over the Lakers late in the fourth quarter, limping and holding his left knee. The injury is being described as just soreness, so it appears the big man has avoided something serious. Saturday's absence will mark Towns' first of the campaign. In his stead, more minutes should be available for Naz Reid, Kyle Anderson, Jaden McDaniels and other frontcourt options.

Towns left Thursday's game against the Lakers with an apparent knee injury in the fourth quarter, Charlie Walton reports.

Towns limped off the court in the final stages of the game and appeared to be holding his left knee. It didn't look like he was able to bend his knee at all, but further tests will be needed to fully assess the extent of the injury. He should be considered questionable to face the Kings on Saturday, but it wouldn't be surprising if he's destined for a few games sidelined, at the very minimum.

Towns recorded 23 points (9-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 13 rebounds and two assists in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 127-113 loss to the 76ers.

Towns led all players in Wednesday's game in rebounds while finishing as one of three players with 20 or more points and the lone Timberwolves player with a double-double in a losing effort. Towns has hauled in 10 or more boards in 16 outings this year, posting a double-double four of his last five games.

Towns notched 40 points (15-25 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals across 35 minutes during Saturday's 127-109 victory over the Pacers.

The Timberwolves endured a rough start Saturday but eventually managed to turn things around and secure a rather comfortable win. Towns played a prominent role for the team on both ends of the court, carrying the team on offense in the early stages and also contributing defensively. Towns has found a way to work efficiently and effectively alongside Rudy Gobert, and his numbers back that up. He has four double-doubles in six December contests while averaging 24.0 points, 10.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game in that span.

Towns logged 21 points (8-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 17 rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes during Thursday's 119-101 victory over Dallas.

Towns was one of the main reasons why the Timberwolves were able to overcome a slow start and win on the road against Luka Doncic and Dallas, as the star big man made his presence felt on both ends of the court with his aggressiveness on the glass and efficiency with his shooting. Towns has formed an excellent frontcourt partnership alongside Rudy Gobert, and he's making a big impact on a Minnesota team that looks every bit of a contender following the first seven weeks of the season. Towns has five double-doubles over his last seven contests, averaging 21.3 points and 10.6 rebounds per game in that span.

Towns racked up 17 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist in 33 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 121-107 loss to New Orleans.

Towns led all Timberwolves in rebounds while posting a team-high-tying point total in a double-double performance in the road defeat. Towns has hauled in 10 or more boards in 13 games this season, finishing with a double-double in 12 of those outings.

Towns logged 13 points (2-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 106-103 win over the Thunder.

The Timberwolves came away with the win against Oklahoma City, but Towns had a woeful shooting display, and his eight trips to the charity stripe played a crucial role in his final stat line. However, this was nothing more than an off night for the star big man, and he needs to bounce back quickly, as he's expected to hold a prominent role on offense against the Jazz on Thursday, especially if Anthony Edwards (hip) can't play.

Towns logged 27 points (9-15 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 11 rebounds and four assists over 38 minutes during Friday's 124-111 loss to the Kings.

It's his second straight double-double and eighth of the year in 15 games, as Towns finally begins to look comfortable in the frontcourt alongside Rudy Gobert. Towns has scored 20 or more in nine straight games, averaging 25.6 points, 8.9 boards, 3.2 assists, 2.6 threes, 1.0 steals and 0.9 blocks over that stretch while posting a 57.9/53.5/90.7 shooting line.

Towns contributed 20 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals in 36 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 117-100 win over the Knicks.

Towns has gone three consecutive games without a double-double, but the star big man remains a productive offensive threat and has reached the 20-point mark in seven straight games. The establishment of Anthony Edwards as a bonafide scoring threat and the revival of Rudy Gobert have translated into a decrease in Towns' overall fantasy numbers, but he remains a key contributor on offense for one of the best teams in the Western Conference.

Towns tallied 29 points (10-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), nine assists, six rebounds and two blocks in 33 minutes during Saturday's 121-120 victory over the Pelicans.

Towns missed only once on his way to a team-high 29 points, helping the Timberwolves to an impressive come-from-behind victory. After a modest start to the season, Towns has been a first-round player over the past week. The Timberwolves look as though they are out to prove a lot of people wrong this season and Towns is undoubtedly going to be at the forefront of their efforts.

Towns totaled 25 points (10-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds and two assists over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 133-115 loss to the Suns.

Towns surpassed the 20-point mark for the fifth game in a row but ended three boards shy of reaching a fourth straight double-double. The star big man has six double-doubles so far and remains a strong two-way player for Minnesota, though most of his value lies in his offensive contributions.

Towns finished with 33 points (12-26 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals over 42 minutes during Tuesday's 104-101 win over the Warriors.

Towns continued his strong play as of late, leading all players in Tuesday's game in scoring while finishing as one of two Timberwolves with a double-double. Towns set a season-high in scoring while notching his first 30-point performance of the year, also recording his third straight double-double.

Towns ended Sunday's 116-110 victory over the Warriors with 21 points (8-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals in 37 minutes.

Towns reeled in a season-high 14 rebounds in the win. The standout big man has registered double-digit scoring totals in eight of nine games this season, and although he competes for rebounds with Rudy Gobert, he's logged 10 or more rebounds in six of nine games.

Towns closed with 29 points (11-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds and two assists across 34 minutes during Friday's 117-110 win over the Spurs.

Towns registered a new season-high mark in scoring and also delivered his fourth double-double of the season, and first one since Oct. 30. No longer the absolute alpha dog on offense for the Timberwolves with Anthony Edwards as a bonafide option as well, Towns has been able to contribute in other areas of the game and remains one of the most versatile big men in The Association.

Towns registered 23 points (9-12 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one block across 28 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 122-101 win over the Pelicans.

Towns followed up a season-low scoring performance on Monday by tallying third game with 20 or more points in a win over New Orleans. Towns, who played in 28 minutes while dealing with foul trouble, also connected on a season-best mark from three while posting his second-highest scoring total in the first seven games.

Towns fouled out of Monday's 114-109 overtime win over Boston after recording seven points (3-10 FG, 1-7 3Pt), 10 rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes.

After back-to-back 20-point performances, Towns fell flat Monday. He's averaging just 16.7 points per game, which would be the lowest mark of his career. However, he's due for some positive regression, as he's currently shooting just 38.1 percent from the field. Towns has shot over 48.5 percent in each of his nine NBA campaigns, so it's only a matter of time before the talented big man finds his offensive rhythm.

Towns ended Saturday's 123-95 victory over the Jazz with 25 points (7-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two steals across 32 minutes.

Towns has been playing very well this season and continues to produce on both ends of the court. His rebounding numbers have regressed a bit, which was to be expected given he shares the frontcourt with Rudy Gobert, but he has looked good as a scoring threat. Towns has scored 19 or more points in three of his five appearances, and this 25-point outing was his highest scoring game of the campaign.

Towns recorded 21 points (7-19 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 110-89 win over the Nuggets.

Towns ended just two rebounds away from reaching what would've been his fourth straight double-double, and while the eight boards were a season-high low for him, he posted season-best marks in points, steals and assists in this one. Towns is one of the Timberwolves' most productive players every time he steps on the court, and the numbers back him up -- he's averaging 17.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks per game across his first four outings.

Towns closed with 16 points (7-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 127-113 loss to Atlanta.

The veteran big man has delivered three straight double-doubles to begin the season, but his 15.7 points per game and 37.0 percent shooting from the floor are well below Towns' usual standards. Minnesota is running it back with a twin towers lineup of Towns and Rudy Gobert in the frontcourt, and while the latter is looking more comfortable in his second campaign with the Timberwolves, Towns is still struggling to make the pairing work.

Towns supplied 19 points (8-25 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and four blocks over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 97-94 loss to the Raptors.

Towns finished second on the Timberwolves in scoring despite shooting just 20 percent from three in Wednesday's regular-season opener while finishing as one of three players with a double-double in the road loss to the Raptors. In 29 appearances a season ago, Towns posted a double-double in nine of those contests.

Towns (knee) said Sunday that he's good to go for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Raptors, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns was sidelined for the preseason finale due to a minor knee injury, but as expected, he'll return to action for the regular-season opener. The dynamic big man was limited to just 29 games last year due to injuries, but he's a strong bounceback candidate in 2023-24.

Towns won't play Thursday against the Bulls due to a right knee injury, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Head coach Chris Finch confirmed that Towns and Mike Conley (illness) will miss the final game of the preseason, though it makes complete sense since the Wolves want to have both players ready for Opening Night next week. Assuming he stays healthy, Towns should play a prominent role on offense for Minnesota alongside Anthony Edwards as one of the most dynamic scoring duos in the Western Conference.

Towns didn't play in Tuesday's 138-111 preseason win over Maccabi.

Head coach Chris Finch had already stated that the regulars and expected starters were not going to see many minutes during this exhibition, but it turned out they didn't play at all. Towns should handle a full workload in the preseason finale against the Bulls on Thursday.

Coach Chris Finch said Towns and the rest of Minnesota's regulars won't see much playing time during Tuesday's exhibition versus Maccabi, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Finch said he wants to give the guys competing for roster spots extended minutes during the exhibition, but Towns should be back to a full workload for Minnesota's preseason finale against Chicago on Thursday.

Towns scored 14 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT) while adding three rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block in 18 minutes during Saturday's 104-96 preseason win over the Mavericks.

The 27-year-old big led all Minnesota starters in scoring while tying Naz Reid for the team lead on the afternoon. Towns is coming off a tough, injury-plagued 2022-23 season that saw him post his lowest scoring average since his rookie campaign, but at least through two exhibition games, he looks healthy and motivated to get back to form.

Towns tallied 20 points (8-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, two blocks and one assist in 17 minutes during Thursday's 111-99 preseason win over Dallas.

While Towns saw a few minutes of playing time in the third quarter of Thursday's matchup, his total minutes were tied for the lowest of any of Minnesota's starters. However, he saw plenty of shot volume and cruised to a team-high 20 points in the victory. Towns battled injuries during the 2022-23 campaign and was limited to just 29 appearances, and he averaged 20.8 points, 8.1 rebounds and 4.8 assists in 33.0 minutes per game. Despite his decrease in production, the 27-year-old should have ample opportunities to bounce back this year if he can remain healthy.

Towns fouled out of Tuesday's 112-109 loss to the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals after recording 26 points (9-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 38 minutes.

Although Towns posted four double-doubles out of five games in the quarterfinals, he didn't shoot especially well. He averaged 45.7 percent in the series against the Nuggets, and barely hit the double-double milestone in two of those contests. The 28-year-old's eighth NBA season can be chalked up as a disappointment, as injuries limited him to only 29 games.

Towns fouled out of Sunday's 114-108 overtime win over the Nuggets in Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals after recording 17 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 36 minutes.

Although Towns fouled out, he managed to put together his third double-double of the opening-round series. Towns' strong shooting performance helped boost his field-goal percentage in the quarterfinals to 43.4 percent after lackluster results in the first two games. He's averaged 16.3 points and 10.0 rebounds over the first four playoff matchups against Denver.

Towns racked up 27 points (10-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 42 minutes during Friday's 120-111 loss to the Nuggets in Game 3 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Towns was at least able to put up some sort of a fight, although it ultimately amounted to nothing as the Timberwolves fell behind 3-1. After copping a lot of criticism following poor performances in the first two games, he looked far more aggressive Friday. While Game 4 will also be in Minnesota, the Timberwolves have a massive mountain to climb should they hope to force a Game 5.

Towns finished with 10 points (3-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and one block in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 122-113 loss to the Nuggets in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Towns had a rough shooting performance in a game where the Timberwolves needed him, and it seems he's struggling to cope with the defensive duo of Aaron Gordon and Nikola Jokic. Towns scored 20-plus points in his final three outings in the regular season and the two Play-In appearances, but he's struggling in the playoffs once again. Needless to say, the Timberwolves need -- and expect -- more from Towns if they are going to avoid getting swept in the first round.

Towns provided 11 points (5-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists over 30 minutes during Sunday's 109-80 loss to the Nuggets in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Towns put together another disappointing performance, another in what has been an ongoing playoff struggle thus far in his career. While he was able to step things up during the Play-In Tournament, he is going to need to go to another level should the Timberwolves hope to extend the series beyond four games.

Towns totaled 28 points (11-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and three blocks across 29 minutes during Friday's 120-95 Play-In Game win over the Thunder.

Towns was excellent with 24 points, 11 boards, five assists and three blocks against the Lakers in Minnesota's first Play-In Game on Tuesday, but he appeared to run out of gas in the second half and overtime. The big man came up big again for the Timberwolves on Friday, and he was just as good after halftime (13 points, six boards) as he was in the first two quarters (15 points, five rebounds). Towns showed the ability to carry Minnesota's offense and impose his presence on the boards in the Play-In Tournament, and he'll face another challenge in the first round of the playoffs against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.

Towns (calf) is good to go for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Questionable tags have been par for the course for Towns, so it's not surprising to see him suit up in an effort to keep Minnesota's season alive. The Thunder do not have much frontcourt depth, so Minnesota should be looking for Towns and Rudy Gobert to dominate inside the paint.

Towns is officially questionable for Friday's Play-In Game against the Thunder with a right calf strain.

Towns has been dealing with lingering calf issues that stem from an injury that held him out for nearly four months of the regular season. However, he has managed to suit up for each of the last six games and logged 30-plus minutes four times in that span. Considering Rudy Gobert (back) is also questionable for the tilt, Towns could be tasked with starting center duties if Gobert sits.

Towns (calf) is available to play Tuesday against the Lakers.

Minnesota has often listed Towns as questionable, so it's no surprise to see him get the green light Tuesday. With Rudy Gobert out with a suspension, Towns will have his hands full with Anthony Davis.

Towns (calf) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

It would be quite shocking to see KAT miss Tuesday's play-in game, and it's worth noting that Minnesota listed Towns as questionable for the final six games of the season, but he didn't actually miss a game. Check back for official word on his status closer to Tuesday's tip.

Towns totaled 30 points (10-19 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block in 36 minutes during Sunday's 113-108 win over New Orleans.

Towns posted a team-high scoring total while connecting on a team-best mark from three en route to finishing two boards shy of a double-double in Sunday's win. Towns has posted at least 30 points and five rebounds twice this season.

Towns (calf) is available for Sunday's matchup against the Pelicans.

Despite being listed as questionable for both contests, Towns is going to suit up for back-to-back games to end the regular season. On Saturday, the talented big man posted 22 points, eight rebounds and eight assists in 28 minutes.

Towns (calf) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Pelicans.

Towns posted 22 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 28 minutes during Saturday's win over the Spurs, so his potential absence is expected to be precautionary. Rudy Gobert (back) is also questionable, so if both big men are sidelined, Nathan Knight, Luka Garza, Kyle Anderson and Taurean Prince would all be candidates for increased roles.

Towns finished Saturday's 151-131 victory over the Spurs with 22 points (10-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 28 minutes.

Towns came within a whisker of his first triple-double of the season, taking advantage of a favorable matchup against the Spurs. Unlike many of the other teams in action, the Timberwolves opted to play all of their stars, despite the postseason being only days away. Towns has slowly been working his way back from a calf injury that cost him the majority of the season. With that in mind, the coaching staff is possibly wanting him to get in some extra reps ahead of the play-in tournament.

Towns (calf) is active and starting in Saturday's game against the Spurs, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

While Towns was listed as questionable, both he and coach Chris Finch expressed optimism regarding his status, so this is the expected outcome. Barring any setbacks, look for the big man to take on his usual workload.

Towns is officially considered questionable for Saturday's game versus the Spurs.

While the injury report says questionable, it's worth noting that both Towns and head coach Chris Finch expressed earlier in the day that the big man intends to play in both ends of the Timberwolves' back-to-back set. Barring a change in plan, look for Towns to play his usual role in the starting lineup. In the six games since his return, Towns has averaged 19.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists, and he's coming off his first double-double of the season Tuesday versus the Nets.

Head coach Chris Finch and Towns both said Friday that the plan is for the talented big man to suit up for both halves of Minnesota's upcoming Saturday-Sunday back-to-back set versus the Spurs and Pelicans, respectively, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns rested the second half of the only back-to-back set the Timberwolves have had since he returned to action in late March following a lengthy absence due to a calf strain, but it appears he'll give it a go with Minnesota fighting for playoff positioning. "We gotta get these two, so I'm gonna be a go," Towns said Friday. Over his past four appearances (all starts), Towns has averaged 19.5 points, 9.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 31.5 minutes per game.

Towns closed with 22 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 14 rebounds and five assists across 31 minutes during Tuesday's 107-102 win over the Nets.

Towns got back on track in the win, bouncing back after attempting just three shots in their previous loss to the Trail Blazers. While he was unable to contribute on the defensive end, managers have to be thrilled with his production, especially on the glass where he tallied a season-high 14 rebounds. He has played at least 30 minutes in four of his past five games, an indication that he is well and truly over his calf injury that cost him the majority of the season.

Towns (calf/illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Towns has been dealing with a right calf strain recently, and he's also come down with an illness ahead of recent matchups. However, he's suited up in five of the last six games, and it's certainly possible he's available once again Tuesday. Over his last five outings, he's averaged 18.4 points and 6.8 rebounds in 30.6 minutes per game.

Towns logged eight points (1-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-8 FT), nine rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes during Sunday's 107-105 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Towns failed to reach the double-digit scoring mark, the only Wolves starter to do so in Sunday's loss. Towns finished second on the team in rebounds, ending up one board and two points short of a double-double. Towns has finished below the double-digit scoring mark twice this season.

Towns (calf) is good to go for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Towns is in the starting lineup and will be joined by Mike Conley, Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert. Make sure you've got him active for a favorable matchup with the Trail Blazers.

Towns is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Trail Blazers due to a right calf strain and illness.

Towns has been hit by the illness going around the Timberwolves' locker room, and it's piling on top of his strained right calf. Anthony Edwards (illness) is also questionable, so the Wolves could be shorthanded against the struggling Trail Blazers.

Towns finished Friday's 123-111 loss to the Lakers with 23 points (8-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds and three assists over 36 minutes.

Towns was questionable coming into the contest due to a lingering calf issue, but he was able to log 36 minutes -- his most since he returned from a 52-game absence March 22. The big man has scored 22 or more points three times in four games since his return, and this was his second straight contest with eight boards. Given his playing time Friday night, Towns appears to be without a minute restriction moving forward, and he should have a central role for the Timberwolves for the remainder of the regular season as they vie for positioning in a crowded Western Conference playoff picture.

Towns (calf) will play and start in Friday's matchup with the Lakers, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Towns saw his status go from probable to questionable prior to Friday's game, so he was seemingly trending in the wrong direction. However, that is no longer the case, and he figures to take on his usual role. The star big man his played over 30 minutes in his two previous games.

Towns (calf) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Lakers.

Towns being downgraded from probable to questionable with a right calf strain is a bad sign of his availability Friday. With Naz Reid (wrist) out, Kyle Anderson (illness) could find himself starting if he's upgraded from probable to available.

Towns (calf) is probable for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Towns has suited up despite his calf injury in three of the last four games, and he'll likely be available once again Friday. Over his three appearances since returning to action, he's averaged 20.3 points and 5.7 rebounds in 30.7 minutes per game.

Towns supplied 25 points (9-17 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and two assists in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 107-100 loss to the Suns.

Towns was back in action after sitting out the second half of a back-to-back set Monday and posted his most points and rebounds since returning from a nearly fourth-month injury absence. However, the talented big man did commit six turnovers, somewhat spoiling his otherwise solid outing.

Towns (calf) is available for Wednesday's game versus Phoenix.

Towns will return to the lineup Wednesday after being upgraded from probable to available with a right calf strain. The star big man will likely replace Kyle Anderson in the starting five against Phoenix.

Towns (calf) is probable for Wednesday against the Suns.

Towns was rested for the second leg of Minnesota's back-to-back set Monday against the Kings, but he's expected to get the green light for Wednesday. Anthony Edwards (ankle) will also be carrying a probable tag into Wednesday.

Towns won't play Monday against the Kings due to right calf strain injury management.

Towns will take a seat for the second half of back-to-back set after hitting the go-ahead three-pointer in Sunday's win over Golden State. Given Monday is a rest day, it's safe to expect Towns to be back in action Wednesday in Phoenix, though his official status for that contest won't be known until after Monday's game.

Towns amassed 14 points (5-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Sunday's 99-96 victory over the Warriors.

Towns looked like his old self in his second game back, making plays all over the court. Towns' return from a 52-game absence should help Minnesota hold on in a crowded bottom of the playoff bracket. If the Timberwolves can get some breathing room, we may see Towns sit a game or two for injury management as the season draws to an end.

Towns (calf) is starting Sunday against the Warriors.

Towns returned to the court Wednesday against Atlanta and posted 22 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes. He was questionable for Sunday's matchup but will be able to suit up for a second consecutive game.

Towns (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Towns played well in his return Wednesday against the Hawks, providing 22 points, four boards, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes. However, he's sore and may sit out Sunday. If that's the case, more minutes would be available for Taurean Prince, Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels.

Towns contributed 22 points (8-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 125-124 win over the Hawks.

Towns only logged 26 minutes in his first game since Nov. 28, but he drained the game-winning free throws to lift Minnesota to victory over a resilient Atlanta team. There's going to be some rust in Towns game, and he might be limited at times due to a 52-game absence, but this was clearly a step in the right direction for the star big man.

Towns (calf) will start Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Coach Chris Finch said Towns will face "some sort of limitations" Wednesday in his first game action since Nov. 28 but will reclaim his spot in the starting lineup. In his only 20 appearances this season, Towns averaged 21.4 points, 8.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists over 33.8 minutes.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Towns (calf) will have "some sort of limitations" with his minutes during Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Towns is suiting up for the first time since Nov. 28, so it's not surprising to hear that Minnesota will be cautious and ease him back to a full workload. Before the injury, Towns averaged 21.4 points, 8.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 33.8 minutes across his first 20 appearances.

Towns (calf) will play Wednesday against the Hawks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Towns has been cleared to return from a 51-game absence due to a calf strain and will presumably take his usual spot in the starting frontcourt alongside Rudy Gobert. However, the Kentucky product will likely still have his minutes monitored closely for the next few games to ensure he's healthy for a potential playoff run. Before the injury, Towns averaged 21.4 points, 8.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists with 51/33/90 shooting splits across his first 20 appearances this season.

Towns (calf) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

The Timberwolves have expressed optimism that Towns could return to the starting lineup Wednesday, but his official availability likely won't be known until closer to the 8:00 p.m. ET tipoff. If Towns is cleared, he'll presumably operate under a minutes restriction after missing nearly three months with a right calf strain. Before the injury, Town averaged 21.4 points, 8.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists with 51/33/90 shooting splits across his first 20 appearances of the season.

The Timberwolves have optimism that Towns (calf) could return to the lineup as soon as the team's next game Wednesday versus the Hawks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Prior to Monday's 140-134 loss to the Knicks, head coach Chris Finch hinted that he felt Towns was "really, really close" to a return, and Charania's report seemingly supports Finch's comments. Towns has endured a lengthy recovery from a Grade 3 right calf strain, an injury that has sidelined him since Nov. 28 and kept him from resuming basketball activities until just over two weeks ago. He's since advanced to 5-on-5 work in practice in recent days, and if he checks out fine following Tuesday's team workout, Towns looks like he could get the green light to play Wednesday. Though Towns will likely start alongside Rudy Gobert in the frontcourt if active, the 27-year-old would almost certainly be on a minutes restriction versus the Hawks, and likely for a few more games to follow.

Chris Finch said that while Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) will not play Monday in New York, his return "feels really, really close," Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

It was reported on March 15 that Towns was expected to return to the floor "in the coming weeks," and another report released on Monday stated that KAT has been "feeling great" going through 5-on-5 work. He's in the final stages of his recovery, and while he will likely be eased back into things, he's worth stashing in an IL spot at this point.

The Timberwolves released an official injury update for Towns (calf) on Wednesday, noting that he's been participating in basketball activities and is "expected to return in the coming weeks."

The regular season also ends in what could be described as "the coming weeks," so there's not much here to convince fantasy managers that Towns will be back and contributing meaningfully before many fantasy leagues conclude. An update Tuesday indicated he only recently began participating in 1-on-1 drills after going 1-on-0 or 2-on-0, so the big man still needs to make significant progress before stepping back on an NBA floor. Managers with a free IR spot can certainly place Towns there, but tough decisions will need to be made if dealing with multiple IR-eligible players. If the big man returns March 29 -- two weeks from this update -- he'll just have six games to potentially suit up for.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Monday that Towns (calf) has recently resumed taking part in 1-on-1 drills but isn't yet cleared for full team activities, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Advancing to 1-on-1 work represents a marginal step forward for Towns from the last update Finch provided for the big man, who is now taking some resistance in drills after previously taking part in 1-on-0 or 2-on-0 drills. Towns, who has been sidelined since Nov. 28 with a severe right calf strain, still has a few more milestones to hit in his recovery program and is likely at least a week away from suiting up for the Timberwolves.

Coach Chris Finch said Tuesday that Towns (calf) is still in the "final" stages of returning, and despite doing some basketball activities, remains without a clear timeline, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns hasn't played since Nov. 28 due to a right calf strain but is expected to retake the court before the end of the season. However, with just 18 games remaining in Minnesota's season, the star big man is unlikely to receive much regular season action. If Towns can return, the Timberwolves will likely ease him into the rotation to get him ready for the playoffs.

The Timberwolves are hopeful that Towns (calf) will be ready to return to the court at some point during their final "10-to-15 games" of the season, Shams Charania reported Tuesday during his "FanDuel TV" segment.

Beyond noting that Towns is expected back before the end of the season, the Timberwolves still haven't firmly committed to a precise timeline for when the star big man might be ready to return from the Grade 3 right calf strain that has sidelined him since Nov. 28, but Charania's report offers at least a bit more clarity on that front. If Towns' supposed target return date of the Timberwolves' final 10-to-15 games proves to be accurate, Towns won't be ready to play coming out of the All-Star break but could be back at some point between March 10 through 20. Fantasy managers will probably need to see reports of Towns returning to practice by late February or early March to feel optimistic about that timeline holding, and his managers in redraft leagues who are looking to make up ground in the standings and have limited or no reserve slots available may have to consider dropping him.

Timberwolves general manager Tim Connelly relayed Tuesday that Towns (calf) remains sidelined indefinitely, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Connelly suggested that the team doesn't want to put a specific timetable on Towns' return yet, but also mentioned that the organization has the "full expectation" the big man will make it back at some point during the 2022-23 campaign. Towns hasn't appeared in a contest since Nov. 28 while tending to a calf strain. His return doesn't appear imminent, and Connelly's words don't make it sound like Towns may only be available for a smaller portion of the remaining campaign. More information on Towns' return date should surface once he makes some tangible progress in his recovery.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Saturday that Towns (calf) has "no timetable" to return to game action, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Finch's comments came two days after Towns revealed during a Twitch stream that he's been sidelined since Nov. 28 with a Grade 3 right calf strain. The injury appears to be more severe than initial reports suggested, with Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN having reported at the time Towns was diagnosed with the calf strain that the 27-year-old big man was facing a projected recovery timeline of 4-to-6 weeks. Towns' absence is now closing in on two months, and though he disclosed in his Twitch stream that his rehab is going well, he didn't go into any specifics regarding when he might be able to resume full-contact work in practices. If Towns isn't able to start accelerating his activity in practice over the next week or two, he'll likely end up being sidelined through the All-Star break.

Towns revealed he has a Grade 3 right calf strain and will be out longer than the initially reported 4-to-6 weeks time table, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. "I wish it was four to six weeks. I knew then it wasn't going to be four to six," Towns said during a Twitch livestream.

Towns hurt his calf on Nov. 28 and there were initial reports that he would be out 4-to-6 weeks which would put his return in mid-January. While it's not clear how long he'll be out, the Star Tribune notes a Grade 3 calf strain typically has recovery time of more than two months. Towns did say his recovery was going well but didn't offer specifics.

Towns is considered weeks away from returning to the lineup while he continues to recover from the right calf strain he sustained Nov. 28, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reported Wednesday.

The Timberwolves have been tight-lipped regarding where exactly Towns stands in his recovery from the injury, but Krawczynski's report suggests the big man may be sidelined beyond the initial 4-to-6-week timeline that he was handed following his diagnosis. Until Towns is reported to have resumed taking part in practice, fantasy managers shouldn't view his return as imminent. Expect him to miss the entirety of the Timberwolves' upcoming three-game week unless the team suggests otherwise.

Towns (calf) is expected to be sidelined for four-to-six weeks, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Towns left Monday's loss to the Wizards after playing 22 minutes. He needed to be helped off the floor and was unable to put weight on his leg after suffering the strained calf. Towns could return as soon as late December, though Wojnarowski's report suggests sometime in January is more realistic. Since Towns doesn't play center as much anymore, it's unclear how much reserve center Naz Reid will benefit. Kyle Anderson and Taurean Prince (shoulder) may see a similar increase in workload, and Jaylen Nowell may be a fringe beneficiary. The rotation is worth monitoring, and fantasy managers with Sunday waiver claims will get to see two games -- Wednesday against the Grizzlies and Saturday against the Thunder -- before making any decisions.

Towns left Monday's game against the Wizards due to a right calf strain, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Towns needed help getting off the floor and was unable to put any weight on his right leg after suffering a non-contact injury, but he received a quick diagnosis. The severity of the strain has yet to be announced, but Naz Reid, Kyle Anderson and Nathan Knight would all be candidates for additional playing time if Towns is forced to miss additional time.

Towns exited Monday's contest against Washington in the third quarter due to a non-contact right leg injury, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

The All-Star big sustained a non-contact right leg injury while running back on defense during the third quarter of Monday's contest against the Wizards. The exact extent of the injury is unknown at this time.

Towns recorded just 19 points (6-22 FG, 1-11 3PT, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 37 minutes in Friday's 110-108 loss to the Hornets.

Towns' 22 shot-attempts were his second most of the season. Unfortunately, his .273 shooting percentage was his second lowest on the year. The big man was unable to make up for his poor shooting night in other areas, as his four rebounds were a season-low. All-in-all it was a rought night for Minnesota's star big man. He will look to get things back on track Sunday against the Warriors.

Towns closed with 23 points (8-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and two steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 115-101 win over the Pacers.

Towns had a huge third quarter, scoring 13 points, grabbing three rebounds, dishing out three assists and blocking two shots while playing all 12 minutes. It was his eighth double-double of the season and first in his last four appearances. He's averaging 5.4 assists per game through 18 games, nearly one assist more than he's averaged in any other season.

Towns finished with 25 points (8-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 105-101 win over the Heat.

Towns bounced back after a poor showing against the 76ers, leading the Timberwolves to their fourth straight victory. While the points production was nice here, perhaps more important was the fact he handed out a season-high nine assists. With D'Angelo Russell struggling a little, the team seems content running their offense through Towns a bit more. Given his rebounding numbers have taken a hit, an increase in his assist numbers should help buoy his overall value moving forward.

Towns recorded 29 points (11-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 37 minutes during Sunday's 129-124 win over Cleveland.

After scoring just 24 points in his previous two games combined, Towns produced his best offensive game of the season. It was his seventh double-double of the season and sixth in his last eight games. Through 14 games, the 26-year-old is averaging 21.3 points and 14.7 shot attempts per game, his lowest marks since the 2017-18 season.

Towns delivered 11 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and a block across 28 minutes in Wednesday's 129-117 loss against the Suns.

Towns failed to register 30 minutes for the first time this season, and this translated to his lowest-scoring output of the campaign. There's a chance this might have been nothing but a bad game for the star big man, though, as he had scored at least 20 points in each of his previous eight appearances and was also coming off a streak of four double-doubles over his past five contests. Towns will try to bounce back Friday in a tough road matchup against the Grizzlies.

Towns racked up 25 points (9-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 13 rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals across 38 minutes during Monday's 120-107 loss to the Knicks.

Towns scored at least 20 points for eighth consecutive contest and grabbed a season-high 13 rebounds during the loss. The talented big man also tied his season-high with seven assists, a mark he's reached five times through 11 games. On the season, the veteran is averaging 22.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists in 35.5 minutes per game. He'll look to maintain his strong play against the Suns on Wednesday.

Towns fouled out of Friday's 115-102 loss to the Bucks after recording 22 points (9-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds and five assists across 37 minutes.

Towns fouled out late in the fourth quarter and while his final stat line was impressive, his efforts were not enough to lift Minnesota to a victory against one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Towns has recorded three straight double-doubles and has scored at least 20 points in each of his last six outings, and the arrival of Rudy Gobert has not affected his fantasy numbers a big deal even if his numbers have taken a step back compared to the 2021-22 campaign.

Towns chipped in 24 points (9-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and one block across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 116-107 loss to the Suns.

Towns registered his third-double-double of the season in the loss. With a rebounding beat like Rudy Gobert alongside him, Towns may not reach double-double numbers as frequently as usual, but early results indicate that the tandem is a success, with no adverse fantasy impact on either player.

Towns totaled 26 points (10-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 34 minutes during Sunday's 107-98 loss to the Spurs.

Towns was the only bright spot for the Timberwolves as they lost out to the Spurs again. Things have not gone according to plan for a team many saw as a potential dark horse this season. For Towns, he has been able to slowly adjust to his new role and has certainly looked better over the past week. Managers who drafted him in the first round should be encouraged by his recent efforts, even if it doesn't end with him being a first-round talent.

Towns contributed 27 points (9-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 11 rebounds and five assists in 39 minutes during Monday's 115-106 loss to the Spurs.

Even though the double-double was a pleasant surprise for fantasy managers, Towns has been inconsistent to start the season with two 27-point efforts and two games in which he couldn't surpass the 15-point plateau. Aside from that, the shooting just hasn't been there even if Monday's game was a step in the right direction. Through four outings, he's only made 41 percent of his shots and 31.8 percent of his three-point attempts.

Towns notched 27 points (9-25 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 33 minutes during Friday's 132-126 overtime loss to the Jazz.

Though Towns ranked second on Minnesota in scoring in the contest, the points didn't come easily, as he hit just nine of 25 shots from the field. The All-Star big man did provide some efficiency from the charity stripe, where he went 7-for-8, but his fantasy managers can't be thrilled with his 11-for-35 (31.4 percent) mark from the field through two games. Towns is likely to improve upon that rate as the campaign goes on, though his efficiency may take a hit this season with Rudy Gobert clogging up much of the room around the basket.

Towns finished Wednesday's 115-108 win over Oklahoma City with 12 points (2-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and seven assists across 36 minutes.

While Towns produced a decent overall stat line, headlined by the seven assists, he only took 10 shots and did not add any defensive numbers in 36 minutes of action. It's possible that it'll take Towns a bit to adjust to playing alongside Rudy Gobert, so his fantasy numbers will be worth watching closely over the next few games. Gobert finished his Wolves debut with 23 points, 16 boards, two assists, one block and one steal in 34 minutes.

Towns tallied 15 points (4-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds and four assists over 33 minutes in Friday's preseason loss to Brooklyn.

Towns didn't have his best shooting night, especially from three-point range, where he made only one of six shots. However, he grabbed a team-high nine boards and finished second on the squad with four dimes. Towns played in only two games during the exhibition slate, but he'll be ready to go for Minnesota's regular-season opener Wednesday against Oklahoma City.

Towns will play and start in Friday's preseason matchup against the Nets, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Towns missed Wednesday's preseason game against the Lakers due to rest. With the star big man back in the lineup, he will start his first game alongside newcomer Rudy Gobert. Friday's game will give a good indication of what to expect in the regular season with the two centers in the lineup together.

Towns won't play in Wednesday's preseason games against the Lakers, Mark Medina of NBA.com reports.

Towns will take a breather and rest during the Wolves' fourth preseason contest. It's unclear if the center will play in the team's fifth and final preseason matchup Friday versus Brooklyn, but nevertheless, Towns should be ready to go for the regular-season opener next Wednesday versus the Thunder.

Towns closed with 19 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and six assists in 26 minutes during Sunday's preseason win over the Clippers.

Towns made his preseason debut for the Timberwolves after missing the opening two games due to an illness. With Rudy Gobert on the sideline, Towns shifted to the center position. However, while he was designated as the starting center, Naz Reid spent a lot of his time at the five, allowing Towns to spread the floor, something the coaching staff will be looking for him to do come opening night.

Towns (illness) is starting Sunday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Towns was hospitalized earlier in camp due to a throat infection and missed the Timberwolves' first two preseason games. However, he'll be available to make his preseason debut during Sunday's matchup. It's possible that his playing time will be monitored Sunday, but he'll be able to work on his conditioning over the nest week and a half ahead of Minnesota's regular-season opener against the Thunder on Oct. 19.

Towns (illness) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Lakers, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Towns is still recovering from a throat infection that caused him to be hospitalized during camp, so he won't take the floor for Thursday's preseason tilt with the Lakers. It seems unlikely that Towns will play in the Wolves' next preseason game Sunday against the Clippers, but he should be available for the start of the regular season Oct. 19.

Towns was hospitalized during the first week of training camp due to a throat infection that caused labored breathing, Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com reports.

Per Windhorst, Towns told the media Monday that the illness caused him to lose almost 15 pounds, and he didn't get clearance to walk again until Saturday when he attended a team event. "I'm still recovering," Towns said. But, he added that he still believes he'll be ready for the season opener against the Thunder on Oct. 19, per Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune.

Towns was hospitalized during the first week of training camp due to a throat infection that caused labored breathing, Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com reports.

Per Windhorst, Towns told the media Monday that the illness caused him to lose almost 15 pounds, and he didn't get clearance to walk again until Saturday, when he attended a team event. "I'm still recovering," Towns said. But, he added that he still believes he'll be ready for the season opener against the Thunder on Oct. 19, per Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Towns (illness) won't play in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Heat, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Towns is still working his way back from a non-COVID illness that sidelined him to start training camp. The ailment isn't expected to hinder his availability for the start of the regular season, so it's likely safe to assume his absence Tuesday is simply precautionary.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Towns (illness) won't play in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Heat, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Towns is still working his way back from a non-COVID illness that sidelined him to start training camp. The aliment isn't expected to hinder his availability for the start of the regular season, so it's likely safe to assume his absence Tuesday is simply precautionary.

Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said Saturday that the team hopes Towns (illness) will be back doing "low-level" basketball activities early next week, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns should not miss any regular season action, but will likely be eased back into the swing of things during the preseason. Towns averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes per game in the 2021-22 season.

Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said Saturday that the team hopes Towns (illness) will be back doing "low-level" basketball activities early next week, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns should not miss any regular season action but will likely be eased back into the swing of things during the preseason. Towns averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes per game in the 2021-22 season.

Coach Chris Finch said Tuesday that the team hopes to have Towns (illness) back at practice by the end of the week, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns missed the team's media day Monday due to a non-COVID illness, but as expected, he won't miss much time and should be good to go for the season opener. Last season, the All-Star forward averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes per game.

Coach Chris Finch said Tuesday that the team hopes to have Towns (illness) back at practice by the end of the week, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns missed the team's media day Monday due to a non-COVID illness, but as expected, he won't miss much time and should be good to go for the season opener. Last season, the All-Star forward averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes per game.

Towns missed media day on Monday due to a non-COVID illness, but Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly said it isn't expected to affect his availability for training camp, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

After agreeing to a four-year supermax extension with the Timberwolves in June, Towns shouldn't have any limitations when camp opens Tuesday, despite not feeling well on media day. With the addition of Rudy Gobert to Minnesota's frontcourt, Towns should have an opportunity to expand his game in 2022-23, as he could have more flexibility to operate outside the paint than he's had in previous years. In 74 appearances last season, Towns averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes per contest.

Towns missed media day on Monday due to a non-COVID illness, but Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly said it isn't expected to affect his availability for training camp, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

After agreeing to a four-year supermax extension with the Timberwolves in June, Towns shouldn't have any limitations when camp opens Tuesday, despite not feeling well on media day. With the addition of Rudy Gobert to Minnesota's frontcourt, Towns should have an opportunity to expand his game in 2022-23, as he could have more flexibility to operate outside the paint than he's had in previous years. In 74 appearances last season, Towns averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes per contest.

Towns (knee) and the Timberwolves agreed to a four-year, $224 million supermax contract on Thursday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Towns is coming off one of the best seasons of his career as he averaged 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 3.6 assists. The center managed to lead his team to the postseason for the second time in his career. The deal will keep Towns in Minnesota for the foreseeable future and means that the three-time All-Star will continue to see a heavy workload for the Timberwolves' frontcourt.

Towns underwent stem cell treatment and platelet-rich plasma injections in both knees, his left ankle, left wrist and right finger on Friday, Ramona Shelburne of ESPN.com reports.

Shelburne relays that Towns played through a cyst on his left ankle, a subluxated left wrist, an aggravated joint on the middle finger of his shooting hand and pain in both knees during the Timberwolves' postseason run. The talented big man hopes the treatments he received Friday will help him avoid offseason surgery. As of now, Towns is expected to be available for the start of the 2022-23 campaign.

Towns produced 28 points (7-15 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and three steals in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 111-109 loss to the Grizzlies.

Towns has four double-doubles in five games during the current series against the Grizzlies, and while he produced a strong output on both ends of the court, his efforts were not enough to lift Minnesota to what would've been a 3-2 series lead. While Towns has been heavily criticized for his performance in Game 3 of the series, he's still averaging 22.6 points and 11.0 rebounds per game while shooting 54.1 percent from the field and 52.6 percent from deep in the current series.

Towns amassed eight points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and five blocks over 33 minutes during Thursday's 104-95 loss to the Grizzlies.

The five rejections salvaged his line somewhat from a fantasy perspective, but it was still a disappointing effort from Towns, especially considering Minnesota squandered a 26-point lead Thursday. The Timberwolves will need him to return to form if they're going to overcome a 2-1 series deficit.

Towns amassed 15 points (4-7 FG, 7-8 FT), 11 rebounds, two blocks and one assist during Tuesday's 124-96 loss to Memphis.

Towns recorded his fifth straight double-double and 42nd of the season. The Kentucky product is averaging 23.8 points and 11.6 rebounds on 53.0 percent shooting from the field during that span.

Towns racked up 29 points (11-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and one block over 43 minutes during Saturday's 130-117 win over the Grizzlies.

The 26-year-old center once again played second fiddle to Anthony Edwards in the scoring department, but Towns was still plenty productive, and it'd proving to be a winning formula for Minnesota. Over his last 20 games, including the play-in win over the Clippers, Towns is averaging 24.3 points, 10.4 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.7 threes and 1.1 blocks while shooting 54.5 percent from the floor, trading a bit of usage for greater efficiency.

Towns finished with 11 points (3-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals in 24 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 109-104 win over the Clippers.

Not only did Towns find himself in foul trouble early, but he was also unable to get much going when he was on the court. Luckily for the Timberwolves, Jarred Vanderbilt and Naz Reid pitched in to offset Towns' misfortunes. He should be able to turn things around in the series against the Grizzlies, as he posted excellent numbers in all four games against Memphis this season.

Towns is out Sunday against the Bulls for rest purposes.

Towns played at least 30 minutes in each of his last 10 appearances and averaged 22.4 points, 9.6 rebounds and 3.1 assists in 33.2 minutes per game during that time. Naz Reid, Nathan Knight and Greg Monroe should see increased run Sunday.

Towns logged 21 points (7-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists over 33 minutes during Thursday's 127-121 victory over the Spurs.

That's now three straight double-doubles for Towns and 40 on the season. The All-Star center has been locked in during the stretch run, averaging 25.5 points, 10.5 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.8 threes and 1.1 blocks over 19 games since the beginning of March to help the Timberwolves lock up a spot in the play-in tournament.

Towns had 26 points (10-24 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two blocks across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 132-114 loss to the Wizards.

Towns tallied a second straight double-double and third one across his last four outings, as the center led the team in both scoring and rebounding. Since his career-high 60-point outburst against the Spurs on March 14, the Kentucky product is averaging 23.0 points and 9.0 rebounds which are both a tad bit below his season averages of 24.6 points and 9.8 rebounds per game.

Towns recorded 28 points (12-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Sunday's 139-132 win over Houston.

Towns recorded his third double-double over his last six games, but what stood out the most here was the fact that he was extremely efficient from the field after missing just four of his 16 attempts. The star big man, who had a 60-point performance against the Spurs a few weeks ago, is averaging 26.7 points per game over his last 10 appearances.

Towns supplied 16 points (7-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 125-102 loss to the Raptors.

Towns was efficient from the field and grabbed a team-high 10 rebounds en route to his third double-double over his last seven games, but his modest production wasn't enough as the Timberwolves were blown out by the Raptors. The talented big man has struggled offensively as of late, averaging just 17.5 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 32.0 minutes over his last four games. He'll look to bounce back Friday against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.

Towns ended with 20 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal over 30 minutes during Friday's 116-95 victory over the Mavericks.

Towns continues to land on the injury report with a right forearm contusion, but the issue hasn't forced him to miss a game yet. Over his last six contests, the talented big man has averaged 28.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 32.0 minutes per game. He'll look to maintain his strong play Sunday against the Celtics.

Towns (forearm) will play and start in Friday's matchup with the Mavericks.

Towns originally drew a questionable designation due to a forearm bruise. Look for the star center to take on his usual workload assuming he avoids any setbacks.

Towns (forearm) is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Towns continues to deal with the persistent forearm bruise, but he hasn't missed any time because of it. This month, he's averaged 26.9 points, 11.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.3 blocks in 30.4 minutes.

Towns amassed 15 points (6-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 125-116 loss to Phoenix.

Towns continues to be listed on the injury report with a forearm contusion, but the issue hasn't forced him to miss a game yet. While the talented big man notched his 36th double-double of the season, his modest offensive production wasn't enough to compete with the Suns on Wednesday. Across 12 appearances in March, Towns has averaged 26.9 points, 11.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.3 blocks in 30.4 minutes per game. He'll look to bounce back offensively against the Mavericks on Friday.

Towns (forearm) is starting Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Towns was questionable for Wednesday's matchup due to a forearm issue, but he'll be able to play through the injury once again. Across his last four appearances, he's averaged 34.3 points, 11.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 32.8 minutes per game.

Towns (forearm) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Suns.

Towns continues to be listed on the injury report with the forearm issue, but he's yet to miss a contest. Across his last 11 appearances, the All-Star big man has averaged 28.0 points, 11.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals in 30.4 minutes per game.

Towns closed Monday's 110-108 loss to the Mavericks with 22 points (8-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 37 minutes.

Towns was questionable for the contest due to a bruised right forearm, but he was able to play and ended up logging a team-high 38 minutes. The All-Star center led Minnesota in scoring and tied for the team lead in rebounds, though Dallas managed to pull out the narrow win. This was a bit of a down performance for Towns after he earned recognition as the Western Conference Player of the Week for a dominant three-game stretch, but he continues to rank among the most productive and reliable big men in the league.

Towns (forearm) will start Monday against Dallas, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Towns was being considered a game-time decision due to a bruised right forearm, but the team has cleared him after taking part in pre-game activities. The Kentucky product has been on a tear of late, averaging 28.4 points, 12.3 boards, 2.9 assists and 1.4 blocks in his last eight games.

Towns is questionable for Monday's matchup against Dallas due to a right forearm contusion.

Towns suffered the injury during Monday's win over the Spurs -- he scored a career-high 60 points during the contest -- and was able to suit up in each of the past two games, so barring a setback, he should be good to go against the Mavericks. Across 10 games in March, the All-Star forward has averaged 28.6 points, 11.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.2 blocks in 29.7 minutes per game.

Towns accumulated 25 points (6-12 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and two steals over 32 minutes during Saturday's 138-119 win over Milwaukee.

The 26-year-old center came into the game nursing a bruised forearm, and while Towns did seem affected by the injury at times, he still delivered his seventh double-double in the last eight games. He's averaging 28.4 points, 12.3 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.9 threes and 1.4 blocks over that stretch, and with the Timberwolves fighting to lock up a playoff spot and stay out of the play-in tournament, don't expect Towns to miss any action unless it's absolutely necessary.

Towns (forearm) will play against the Bucks on Saturday, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Towns was a surprise addition to the injury report Saturday morning due to a right forearm contusion, but he has since been cleared for action. The big man will face off against a Milwaukee team that will be without Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee). Towns is averaging 29.0 points and 11.6 boards across nine games in March.

Towns is questionable for Saturday's game against Milwaukee due to a right forearm contusion.

The severity of the forearm issue is unclear, but it would be a major detriment to Minnesota -- and to fantasy managers who roster the big man -- if he is unable to play against the Bucks. Towns has totaled 90 points and 25 boards in his previous two games as the Wolves look to catch Denver for the sixth spot in the Western Conference. If Towns is unable to go, Naz Reid could take over as the starting center, but he is also questionable for the contest due to back spasms.

Towns had 60 points (19-31 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 15-16 FT), 17 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 149-139 victory over the Spurs.

Per ESPN, Towns is the first player in NBA history to reach 60 points and 15 rebounds while shooting over 60 percent from three. Towns set season highs in field-goals made, three-pointers made and free-throws made en route to 60 points, which is the highest mark in the NBA this season and a Timberwolves' franchise record. The 6-foot-11 center's 17 rebounds also tied his season high and helped him record his sixth consecutive double-double and his 34th of the campaign. Towns will look to build off his historic performance Wednesday against the Lakers.

Towns racked up 15 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT) and 10 rebounds in 25 minutes during Saturday's 113-104 win over Miami.

Despite recording a double-double, he took only nine shot attempts in the victory. The elite center yielded production to Naz Reid, who also double-double and ended the game with a higher scoring total. Saturday marked Towns' second-worst total of the season, but it's primarily a blip on the radar compared to his usual solid production.

Towns supplied 21 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists, two steals and two blocks across 34 minutes Friday in the Timberwolves' 118-110 loss to the Magic.

Towns finished below his scoring average for the second game in a row, but his ability to produce in other categories helped make up for the lackluster night on offense. Through Minnesota's first six games of March, Towns is more of less producing at a level fantasy managers expected with averages of 26.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.8 blocks, 1.0 three-pointers and 1.0 steals on 61.2 percent shooting from the field and 79.3 percent shooting from the free-throw line.

Towns supplied 27 points (8-14 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 10-15 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 24 minutes during Monday's 124-81 victory over Portland.

The fact that Towns recorded a double-double shouldn't be surprising, as he's one of the best two-way players in the league, but the fact that he posted such a strong stat line while playing essentially half of the game was certainly eye-popping. This was Towns' second straight double-double and sixth over his last 10 appearances, a span in which he's averaging 26.4 points and 10.6 rebounds per tilt.

Towns totaled 36 points (13-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 15 rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 34 minutes during Saturday's 135-121 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Towns was a one-man wrecking crew Saturday, having his way with an undermanned Trail Blazers frontcourt. The Timberwolves have now won four straight games, and 12 of their past 16. Towns has been front and center when it comes to their winning ways, proving he is still an elite fantasy asset across all formats. Looking ahead, the team is poised to make a push for the playoffs, meaning Towns should be able to continue putting up some tasty stat lines ROS.

Towns ended with 39 points (14-22 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 8-11 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 129-114 victory over the Warriors.

The Timberwolves needed Towns to have a big game with Anthony Edwards (knee) sidelined, and the star big man duly delivered when it was crunch time. He ended just one point shy of tying his season-best scoring output and also extended his sizzling streak of play, with three double-doubles over his last six games and five appearances with 20-plus points over that same stretch. Towns is expected to carry a heavier load on offense if Edwards is forced to miss time, and that should translate directly in an uptick of his fantasy numbers across the board.

Towns logged 22 points (9-19 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and three blocks over 28 minutes during Thursday's 119-114 win over Memphis.

Towns notched his fourth double-double in a row and his 28th of the season. He also blocked at least three shots for the seventh time during the campaign. Across 10 contests in February, the All-Star big man is averaging 24.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.0 blocks in 32.7 minutes per game. Towns will look to continue his solid play in a clash with Joel Embiid and the 76ers on Friday.

Towns won the Three-Point Contest on Sunday after topping Luke Kennard in the final round.

Towns topped Trae Young before defeating Kennard by three points in the final round, becoming the tallest winner since Dirk Nowitzki in 2006 and also making history, as he's the first center to ever win this event. Towns is shooting 41 percent from deep this season and has made 39.6 percent of his threes throughout his career, which are excellent numbers for a big man.

Towns had 24 points (9-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and three steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 103-91 loss to the Raptors.

Towns was efficient with his shooting, excellent on the glass, delivered as a playmaker and contributed on offense, but that was not enough as the Timberwolves had to settle for the loss in this one. That shouldn't take anything away from Towns' recent performances, however, as the star big man has double-doubled in three straight games and has reached that feat in six of his nine games this month. He is currently averaging 24.4 points, 11.0 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game in February.

Towns totaled 39 points (12-26 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 11-13 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 42 minutes during Tuesday's 126-120 overtime victory over the Hornets.

Towns had his first 30-point performance since Jan. 30, and he would have matched his season high had he scored one more point, though the 26 shot attempts did set a season high. It was also Towns' fifth performance with at least 15 rebounds. His counting stats are down compared to past years, but his efficiency from the floor is excellent (52.2 FG%, 40.8 3P%).

Towns contributed 15 points (5-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists across 22 minutes during Sunday's 129-120 win over the Pacers.

While the Wolves were able to push through and get the win, it was not a banner night for Towns, who found himself in early foul trouble and ended up seeing his fewest minutes in any game this season. Towns did pull down 13 boards, but it was mostly a sloppy night, as he was responsible for six of Minnesota's 13 turnovers as a team. Towns will look to bounce back in Tuesday's home matchup against Charlotte.

Towns accumulated 27 points (12-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 134-122 loss to the Bulls.

Towns did everything in his power to avoid the loss, leading the team in scoring and ending just two boards and two dimes away from registering a triple-double, a feat he's already accomplished once this season. The star big man has scored at least 20 points in nine straight games and is averaging 25.2 points, 10.2 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game in that span.

Towns produced 21 points (9-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and one block across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 132-119 loss to Sacramento.

Things didn't look good for Towns after he picked up two fouls by the midway point of the first quarter, but the All-Star center was called for only one foul the rest of the way and finished near his typical production. Towns extended his streak of 20-plus point performances to eight and made over half his shots for the third straight game. He is averaging 23.9 points, 10.2 boards, 4.6 assists, 1.7 three-pointers and 1.2 blocks since the start of 2022.

Towns posted 24 points (11-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt), 12 rebounds, two assists and one block across 38 minutes Sunday in the Timberwolves' 118-105 win over the Pistons.

Towns cruised to his fourth consecutive double-double, but the low assist total and underwhelming defensive production lessened the overall impact of his stat line compared to the previous three games. Expect Towns' run of solid production to continue over the next two games, as the Timberwolves will have back-to-back matchups on tap Tuesday and Wednesday with a Kings defense that has been destroyed by opposing centers of late.

Towns scored 21 points (6-15 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 9-10 FT) while adding 14 rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 36 minutes during Thursday's 128-117 win over the Pistons.

The 26-year-old center continues to put in work on the glass, ripping down double-digit boards for the seventh time in the last 10 games while scoring in double digits for the 33rd straight game. Towns' production is down a bit on the season, but during that current 10-game stretch he's averaging 23.3 points, 10.6 boards, 4.7 assists, 1.7 threes, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals.

Towns finished with 24 points (8-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one block across 28 minutes Tuesday in the Timberwolves' 130-115 win over the Nuggets.

Though the Timberwolves welcomed back one of their starting guards (Patrick Beverley) from a multi-game absence, Minnesota was without D'Angelo Russell (lower leg) for a third consecutive contest. Russell's absence may have had a hand in Towns continuing his elevated production as a passer, as the center followed up a 10-assist outing in Sunday's win over the Jazz with seven more dimes Tuesday. He's now eclipsed his season average in the category (3.9 per game) in each of Minnesota's last four contests.

Towns ended with 31 points (10-17 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Sunday's 126-106 victory over the Jazz.

Towns was simply majestic in the victory, dominating the Jazz who were without their primary interior defender. The coaching staff threw Towns back on the floor down the stretch, despite the fact the game was well under control, simply to allow him to notch a rare triple-double. While his overall rank is probably a little underwhelming thus far, he is looking fantastic right now, and with the team still in the hunt for a playoff berth, the hope is that he will maintain this production the rest of the way.

Towns supplied 31 points (12-22 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 12 rebounds, six assists and two steals in 36 minutes during Thursday's 124-115 loss to Golden State.

Towns led all players in scoring and rebounding in the contest, and he tied for the top mark with six assists. The strong effort made for a nice fantasy line, though it wasn't enough to guide Minnesota to a win. Towns had been somewhat quiet over his previous four games, averaging 19.3 points on 46 percent shooting. His output Thursday was more in line with the 24.3 points and 51.7 percent field-goal rate he has posted on the season.

Towns amassed 17 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 17 rebounds, two assists and four blocks across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 109-107 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Towns battled under the basket with Jusuf Nurkic and came out on top with his best rebound total of the season. Towns had difficulty grabbing boards to begin the season, but his four recent double-doubles over the past 10 games are helping him climb up the rebound rankings. Since his recent six-game absence, Towns has averaged 23.0 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.2 steals over 10 games.

Towns scored 17 points (6-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT) while adding 10 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and a block in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 134-122 loss to the Hawks.

The center failed to score least 20 points for the first time in six games, but he compensated by tying his season high in assists and producing his 18th double-double of the year. Towns' rebounding is down slightly from his usual standard and he's failing to average a double-double for the first time in his career, but otherwise he's heading for another elite fantasy season.

Towns closed Tuesday's 112-110 victory over the Knicks with 20 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes.

Towns has scored at least 20 points in five straight games and is averaging 27.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks during that stretch. The emergence of Anthony Edwards could have been concerning for Towns' overall fantasy prospects, but the two stars have been able to coexist in terms of production.

Towns recorded 25 points (11-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 40 minutes during Thursday's 116-108 loss to Memphis.

Towns was 9-for-11 from inside the arc en route to his 20th game with at least 25 points. The star big man fell one rebound shy of his 17th double-double and blocked multiple shots for the 13th this season. On the year, he's averaging 24.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.1 steals in 34.7 minutes per game.

Towns supplied 40 points (15-25 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 6-8 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Sunday's 141-123 victory over the Rockets.

Towns was held under 20 points in each of his first two games back on the court, but he bounced back Sunday with a season-high 40 points in the comfortable victory. Across his last three appearances, he's averaged 25.3 points, 11.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 32.3 minutes per game.

Towns closed with 19 points (7-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, three blocks and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 135-105 victory over Oklahoma City.

Towns took a back seat offensively to Anthony Edwards and D'Angelo Russell on Friday night and attempted just 11 shots -- his fewest since Dec. 8. Nonetheless, the star big man was still able to produce in other areas. He grabbed at least eight rebounds for the 21st time, dished out at least five assists for the 10th time and blocked a season-high three shots for the fifth time. On the year, Towns is averaging 24.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals in 34.3 minutes and remains a prolific fantasy option in all formats.

Towns fouled out of Wednesday's 98-90 victory over the Thunder after recording 17 points (6-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 16 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 37 minutes.

Towns returned to action after missing the last six games and while he fouled out, he still delivered a strong performance thanks to his 16th double-double of the campaign. The star big man saw his streak of games with at least 20 points end at 12 contests, but he should be a good bet to reach that mark once again when the Timberwolves play the Thunder again Friday.

Towns (conditioning) is available for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Kent Youngblood of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

After missing the past six games, Towns will return to the lineup after testing his conditioning during shootaround. In December, he averaged 26.8 points, 9.4 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 blocks in 34.8 minutes.

Towns (conditioning) went through shootaround ahead of Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Kent Youngblood of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Youngblood reports that coach Chris Finch said he's optimistic that Towns will be available after going through shootaround. However, Finch also said Tuesday that Towns would be a game-time decision, so while there is optimism surround the star big man's status, a definitive statement likely won't be made until closer to the 8:00 PM ET tipoff.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Tuesday that Towns (conditioning) will be a game-time decision Wednesday against the Thunder, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Towns cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols Monday, but he was held out of the Timberwolves' 122-104 win over the Clippers due to conditioning concerns. The star big man hasn't appeared in a game since Dec. 21, so Minnesota will likely be cautious rushing him back to game action. If he doesn't suit up Wednesday, his next opportunity to play will be a rematch with the Thunder on Friday. Before his absence, Towns had scored 20-plus points in 12 straight games and averaged 27.2 points and 9.2 rebounds during that stretch.

Towns cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols, but he is listed as out for Monday's contest against the Clippers due to conditioning concerns.

Towns and D'Angelo Russell are both out Monday with a return to competition reconditioning tag. The star big man has been sidelined due to COVID-19 protocols since Dec. 23, so he may need extra time before he returns to the court. The Timberwolves play Wednesday, Friday and Sunday this week, but it's unclear if Towns is targeting any of those dates as a potential return. Before his lengthy absence, Towns had scored 20-plus points in 12 straight games and was averaging 27.2 points, 9.2 rebounds and 3.9 assists during that stretch.

Towns was placed in the league's health and safety protocols Thursday.

More and more players around the league continue to test positive for the virus, and Towns is just the latest victim. The Wolves now have seven players in protocols, so they'll be shorthanded for the next several games, including Thursday's game against Utah. Naz Reid (calf) will be available, however, so he figures to absorb a decent chunk of Towns' minutes.

Towns had 26 points (9-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists and two blocks across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 114-102 loss to the Mavericks.

Towns took control of the shorthanded Wolves' offense, leading the team in points, rebounds and assists. The performance marked his 12th straight game with at least 20 points and his fifth straight game with at least four assists. There is certainly potential for him to have bigger statlines going forward for as long as Anthony Edwards (COVID-19 protocols) remains sidelined.

Towns posted 24 points (6-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 11-13 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Sunday's 111-105 victory over the Mavericks.

Towns didn't have the best performance from an efficiency perspective, but the fact that he made 11 free throws certainly salvaged his fantasy performance. The star big man continues to produce on a nightly basis for Minnesota and has now scored 20-plus points in 11 games in a row, averaging 27.3 points and shooting 51.7 percent from the field in that span.

Towns recorded 28 points (11-20 FG, 2-6 3PT, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one steal and three blocks across 32 minutes in Friday's 110-92 victory over the Lakers.

Towns' 28 points was a game-high for both teams. He is averaging 26.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.8 triples across 34.8 minutes in his previous six games since returning from a tailbone injury. The big man will look to carry that momentum into Sunday's matchup with the Mavericks.

Towns supplied 32 points (12-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 124-107 victory over Denver.

Towns is known for being one of the league's most dangerous two-way threats, and while that shouldn't change going forward, most of his upside in recent games has been tied to his scoring figures. He has notched at least 20 points in nine games in a row, a span in which he "only" has four double-doubles. The star big man is averaging 27.6 points, 8.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game in that nine-game stretch.

Towns produced 23 points (7-17 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists over 35 minutes during Sunday's 116-111 victory over the Trail Blazers.

This was Towns' third double-double over his last five appearances, and the star big man has been extremely consistent over the last few weeks. He has scored at least 20 points and grabbed at least seven rebounds in eight games in a row, and his role as a bonafide two-way, double-double threat is all but set in stone. His numbers are his lowest marks in the last four seasons but are still very good, as he's averaging 24.0 points and 9.2 rebounds per contest.

Towns accumulated 22 points (7-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and one block in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 136-104 loss to the Jazz.

Playing through a bruised tailbone for the second straight game, Towns was held to his lowest point total since Nov. 24 as the Wolves were boat-raced by Utah in the second half, when they were out-scored 76 to 45. Blowout loss aside, Towns continues to be one of the most productive big men in all of fantasy basketball. He entered Wednesday averaging 32.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 2.3 threes over his previous three contests.

Towns (tailbone) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

A bruised tailbone kept Towns out of Friday's game at Brooklyn, but he returned to action Monday against Atlanta to finish with 31 points, 16 boards, six assists, one block and four three-pointers in one of his best games of the season. Nonetheless, the Wolves initially listed Towns as questionable for Wednesday's game, but he's since been cleared from the injury report. Expect the big man to see a full complement of minutes as he goes up against Rudy Gobert.

Towns (tailbone) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Utah.

Towns returned to the lineup during Monday's loss to Atlanta after missing last Friday's loss to Brooklyn due to his tailbone injury. Thus, Town's appearances on the injury report appears to be out of caution. However, if the center is deemed unavailable, Naz Reid will presumably garner a spot start versus the Jazz.

Towns ended Monday's 121-110 loss to the Hawks with 31 points (11-24 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 16 rebounds, six assists and one block over 41 minutes.

Towns returned from a short absence, logging a game-high 41 minutes. Managers have to be thrilled with the fact he was even out there, given how serious the injury initially appeared. After a couple of injury-plagued seasons, the hope is that Towns will be able to stay relatively healthy, something he has been able to do thus far. The Wolves look to be a far more competitive team this season, meaning Towns should also have some added incentive to stay on the floor.

Coach Chris Finch said Towns (tailbone) will play Monday against the Hawks, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Towns sat out Friday's loss to the Nets with bruised tailbone, but his absence will be limited to one game. The 26-year-old has averaged 29.8 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 33.3 minutes across his past four contests.

Towns (tailbone) is questionable for Monday's game against Atlanta.

Towns was unavailable during Friday's loss to the Nets, but he returned to practice Sunday. Coach Chris Finch said Sunday that Towns appears on track to rejoin the lineup for Monday's contest, but the team will presumably wait to see how he feels following Monday's morning shootaround.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Towns (tailbone) practiced Sunday and appears on track to rejoin the lineup Monday against the Hawks, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

A tailbone contusion prevented Towns from playing in Friday's 110-105 loss to the Nets, but the seventh-year center looks like he won't be forced to miss any further time due to the injury. Before confirming that he'll be ready to play Monday, the Timberwolves will see how Towns is feeling during morning shootaround. Naz Reid would likely pick up another start at center if the Timberwolves determine that Towns needs at least one more game to heal up.

Towns (back) will not play in Friday's matchup with the Nets.

Towns suited up and attempted to give it a go during pregame warmups, but the Timberwolves are opting to err on the side of caution with their star center. Naz Reid will get the start in his absence. His next chance to suit up will come Monday versus the Hawks.

Towns (back) will be a game-time decision for Friday's contest against the Nets, but he was able to participate in shootaround, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns is officially listed as questionable, but he appears to be trending in the right direction and will likely be available Friday. Over his last six games, the star big man is averaging 26.3 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 32.8 minutes per game. However, If he is unable to suit up, then Naz Reid and Jarred Vanderbilt (illness) should see increased usage.

Towns is questionable for Friday's game against the Nets due to a tailbone contusion.

Towns has played at least 30 minutes in five of the last six games and has averaged 26.3 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 32.8 minutes per game during that time. If he's unable to suit up Friday, Naz Reid and Jarred Vanderbilt (illness) should see increased usage.

Towns supplied 34 points (11-25 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's loss to the Wizards.

Towns hit the 30-point mark for the second consecutive game following his 32-point performance on Monday. He also managed to notch his 11th double-double of the season. The 26-year-old is now averaging a stellar 29.8 points and 8.8 rebounds over his last four games.

Towns ended Wednesday's 115-107 loss to the Wizards with 34 points (11-25 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 33 minutes.

Towns continued his hot play recently by posting yet another monster double-double. as the center has reached the 25-point mark while grabbing at least seven rebounds in four straight games. So far this season, Towns has posted 11 double-doubles, and he currently leads the Timberwolves in scoring and rebounding by a hefty margin. Towns and the Timberwolves will look to capture their 12th win of the season Friday at Brooklyn.

Towns posted 32 points (13-22 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-8 FT), eight rebounds and two assists Monday, as the Timberwolves beat the Pacers 100-98. He also had nine turnovers.

Towns fouled out after 32 minutes, which makes his 32 points and nine turnovers both slightly more interesting. Regardless, he has now scored at least 25 points in four of his last five games. The continued emergence of Anthony Edwards has slightly dented Towns' scoring output, but the big man has altered his game to the tune of a career-best shattering 44.6 percent shooting from three this season. Thus far, he's arguably been the league's best three-point shooter not named Stephen Curry on a suddenly hot Timberwolves squad.

Towns totaled 28 points (11-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds and one block across 37 minutes during Saturday's 121-120 2OT win over Philadelphia.

Towns was dealing with an illness before the game, but it didn't seem to affect him during the game as he notched his ninth double-double of the season. The star big man was lights out from the field, connecting on 11-of-16 field-goal attempts en route to his 14th game with at least 20-plus points. On the season, Towns is averaging 22.8 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.1 blocks across 34.3 minutes per game. He will look to continue his strong play during the Timberwolves' upcoming three-game week.

Towns (illness) will play and start Saturday against the 76ers.

Towns was deemed a game-time call due to an illness, but he's officially been cleared to play and will start at his usual center spot. The big man is coming off of a 25-point, seven-rebound, six-assist performance in 31 minutes against Charlotte on Friday.

Towns is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup with the 76ers due to an illness.

Towns' final status will depend on how he is feeling closer to game time. Naz Reid and Jarred Vanderbilt would be the likely candidates to see extra minutes should the Timerwolves' star big man ultimately be unable to suit up.

Towns logged 21 points (8-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 138-95 victory over the Grizzlies.

Towns played a season-low 24 minutes in the rout, but he still managed to put up a respectable stat line. The star center extended his streak of performances with 20-plus points to four while turning the ball over only once. Among his many impressive stats this season, KAT has knocked down 47 three-pointers through 16 games, leading all centers and tying for 17th place overall in the league.

Towns closed Thursday's 115-90 victory over the Spurs with 25 points (9-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists and one block in 38 minutes.

Towns has bounced back well after a poor game against the Clippers. Over the past three games since the blowout loss, he's averaged 27.3 points, 10.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists. While he isn't on pace to match his usual rebound totals currently, he has almost doubled his usual steal average through the first month of the season. It's an encouraging sign for Towns, considering his occasional struggles on the defensive end.

Towns accumulated 22 points (9-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two blocks over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 107-97 win over the Kings.

Towns committed six turnovers, so it wasn't an overly strong showing, but he still had another productive all-around night, finishing as a plus-22 in the 10-point victory. After having seven turnovers in Monday's loss to Phoenix, Towns now has 13 over the last two games. Prior to this stretch, Towns had gone turnover-less in his previous 99 minutes of action.

Towns accumulated 22 points (9-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two blocks over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 107-97 win over the Kings.

Towns committed six turnovers, so it wasn't an overly strong showing, but he still had another productive all-around night, finishing as a plus-22 in the 10-point victory. After having seven turnovers in Monday's loss to Phoenix, Towns now has 13 over the last two games. Prior to this stretch, Towns had gone turnover-less in his previous 99 minutes of action.

Towns finished Monday's 99-96 loss to the Suns with 35 points (10-19 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 40 minutes.

While the Timberwolves came up short in a game that was close throughout, it was a monster night for Towns, whose 35 points set a new season high. The big man notched his third double-double in five games, though he did commit a team-high seven turnovers. That was an issue for Towns early in the season -- 4.3 TPG over first nine games -- but he entered Monday having gone turnover-free in the Wolves' previous three contests.

Towns notched eight points (3-11 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 31 minutes during Saturday's loss to the Clippers.

Towns was unable to get anything going in the contest, and he finished with a season-low eight points while missing all five of his attempts from beyond the arc. The superstar center did manage to chip in eight rebounds and four dimes, but this was arguably his worst performance of the campaign. Towns has been producing top-five value in nine-category leagues with per-game averages of 22.2 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 3.1 three-pointers, 1.7 steals and 1.2 blocks per contest.

Towns finished with 29 points (11-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block in Friday's blowout win over the Lakers.

Minnesota used a massive third quarter avalanche to pull ahead for good, with Towns' 29 points in just 30 minutes of action leading all scorers. Towns' scoring production has come and gone on a night-to-night basis this season, but he's sitting at 23.5 points per game on 49.7 percent shooting, including 47.4 percent from three, heading into Saturday's matchup against the Clippers.

Towns played 38 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Warriors and tallied 17 points (6-19 FG, 5-10 3Pt), 12 rebounds, four assists and two steals.

Towns actually shot well from three-point range but made only one of nine shots from inside the arc. His odd final line included a campaign-best five treys and, for the first time this season, no free-throw attempts. Towns complemented his modest scoring with 12 rebounds for his sixth double-double through 10 games this season.

Towns finished with 25 points (9-20 FG, 3-9 3PT, 4-5 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 43 minutes Monday against Memphis.

Towns had a solid shooting night and came up with some fourth-quarter heroics, banking in a three from near halfcourt as time expired to send the game to overtime. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to snag the victory, as Minnesota would fall 125-118 in overtime. Towns has now recorded a double-double in three of his last four games and is averaging 20.0 points and 11.2 rebounds over his last five contests.

Towns had 18 points (6-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, four steals and three assists in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 126-115 loss to the Clippers.

Towns delivered his second straight double-double but was unable to reach his scoring average for the third consecutive contest. The 25-year-old has averaged 23.9 points, 9.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.4 blocks in 34.7 minutes this season, but he's shooting only 40.9 percent during the aforementioned three-game stretch.

Towns recorded 23 points (8-17 FG, 408 3Pt, 3-7 FT), 16 rebounds, six assists and two steals across 37 minutes in Monday's 115-97 loss to the Magic.

Towns did his best to overcome the height disadvantage that the rest of his team suffered through but ultimately fell short as the Magic pulled away in the fourth quarter. Although Towns is guaranteed prolific stat lines, his most significant leak is still on defense. The Magic had little trouble leaving Towns flat-footed, creating lanes when he can't hit the gap quickly enough. His rebounding numbers are also a little disappointing to begin the season, as he ranks 19th among all centers in the category.

Towns posted 14 points (4-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and a steal across 34 minutes in Saturday's 93-91 loss to the Nuggets.

Despite struggling with a bruised knee, Nikola Jokic got the better of Towns with a dominating performance inside. The two big men engaged in a contentious battle for supremacy under the basket from tip-off to the final buzzer, and Jokic had the upper hand for most of the contest. Saturday was Towns' second-straight subpar rebounding performance, as he recorded only three boards against the Bucks earlier in the week but managed to score 25 points in the tough loss.

Towns recorded 25 points (9-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five assists, three rebounds, three blocks and a steal across 38 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Bucks.

Towns is enjoying an excellent start to the season and has scored at least 25 points in each of his first four games while leading Minnesota to a 3-1 record early on. The lack of rebounds might be an issue, as he's grabbed four or fewer boards in two of those contests, but he's making up for it with solid all-around numbers across other categories and a scoring proficiency he hadn't shown in past years.

Towns tallied 32 points (10-24 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and two blocks in 40 minutes during Monday's 107-98 loss to the Pelicans.

Towns put up another strong performance despite the Timberwolves falling to their first loss of the season. He has looked incredible to begin the season and for those who invested a top-5 pick on him, things are certainly looking good. The fear of missed games is something that is likely to linger for the majority of the season, be it due to injury or simply because the team falls out of playoff contention.

Towns posted 30 points (11-15 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 124-106 win over the Rockets.

Minnesota controlled the contest from start to finish, with Towns leading the way with some major efficiency. The 25-year-old has played in 85 games across the past two seasons while dealing with injuries, and he's off to a strong start in the 2021-22 campaign.

Towns posted 16 points (5-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block in 29 minutes during Thursday's 107-101 preseason loss to the Nets.

Towns saw relatively limited action throughout the preseason but played well. In his four appearances, the 25-year-old averaged 15.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.6 combined steals-plus-blocks across 22.7 minutes.

Towns is expected to play in Monday's preseason opener against New Orleans, but his minutes will be limited, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Coach Chris Finch confirmed Monday morning that he plans to play all of his starters, but he noted that the group will likely be limited to between 12 and 20 minutes of action. This plan is not out of the ordinary for the preseason, so we may not see Towns unleashed at full capacity until the regular-season opener on Oct. 20 versus Houston.

Towns accumulated 23 points (6-12 FG, 10-11 FT, 1-4 3Pt), nine rebounds, five assists and two steals in 31 minutes during Sunday's 136-121 win over the Mavericks.

Towns finished the regular season on a tear, but he fell just one rebound shy of his third consecutive double-double. The 2015 first-overall pick scored 20-plus points in his final 14 games, averaging 24.9 points, 9.9 rebounds and 4.3 assists during that stretch. The 25-year-old remains a dominant threat in the league, but it will be interesting to monitor how the emergence of Anthony Edwards affects Towns' numbers.

Towns posted 24 points (9-19 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 14 rebounds and two assists across 27 minutes in Saturday's loss against the Celtics.

As it has been a trend every time he steps on the court donning a Minnesota uniform, Towns carried the Timberwolves offensively while also recording his third double-double of the month, and second straight one. The star big man has also been on a scoring tear, as he has registered 20-plus points in 13 straight contests.

Towns recorded 20 points (6-18 FG, 4-6 FT, 4-7 3Pt), 11 rebounds and four assists in 39 minutes during Thursday's 114-103 loss to the Nuggets.

Towns was hot from three Thursday (57.1 percent), but he only made two of his 11 attempts from inside the arc. The Nuggets elected to start JaVale McGee alongside MVP front-runner Nikola Jokic and it appeared to affect Towns' efficiency on the block. Despite his struggles from the field, the former first-overall pick still cracked 20 points, extending his streak of 20-plus points to 12. Towns also snagged a team-high 11 rebounds, securing his first double-double since May 1.

Towns recorded 28 points (10-19 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and three steals in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 119-100 win over the Pistons.

Towns extended his streak of scoring at least 20 points to 11 games Tuesday, and he scored at least 27 points for the third straight contest. While his rebounding has been down -- four straight games with single-digit boards -- Towns' passing has continued to be good. Tuesday marked Towns' 24th game of the season with at least five assists.

Towns totaled 27 points (10-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 29 minutes during Sunday's 128-96 win over the Magic.

That's now 10 straight games that Towns has topped 20 points while collecting five double-doubles over that stretch. His two blocked shots snapped a streak of six straight games going without one.

Towns had 27 points (8-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 9-11 FT), six rebounds and four assists in Friday's loss to Miami.

For the third straight game, Towns found himself in foul trouble, so he played only 31 minutes in a game that was fairly close throughout. The big man still put up a strong stat line, though he failed to block a single shot for the sixth consecutive game.

Towns tallied 22 points (7-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five assists, four rebound and one steal in 24 minutes during Wednesday's 139-135 loss to the Grizzlies.

The 25-year-old ran into foul trouble Wednesday, which led to playing a season-low 24 minutes. Towns still managed to post his 35th 20-plus point game in limited minutes but failed to record a block for the fifth-straight game. He'll look to get back on track blocking-wise Friday on the road against the Heat.

Towns had 28 points (8-19 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists and three steals in Saturday's overtime loss to the Pelicans.

The Wolves' four-game winning streak was snapped, but Towns turned in yet another fantastic statistical performance. While he did not block a shot for the fourth straight game, Towns continues to provide elite scoring, rebounding and out-of-position three-point production.

Towns totaled 22 points (6-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 11 rebounds and seven assists in 33 minutes during Thursday's 126-114 victory over the Warriors.

Towns struggled with his shooting in the victory but still managed yet another double-double. Not only were the rebounding numbers right on point, but he also continues to flash upside with his passing game. The Timberwolves are playing their best basketball of the season right now and so as long as he remains on the court, Towns should close out the season as an elite fantasy option across all formats.

Towns tallied 31 points (12-22 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-7 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Tuesday's 114-107 win over the Rockets.

The 25-year-old has been on a roll since missing two games in a row back on April 13 and 14, averaging 24.0 points, 9.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 2.4 three-pointers and 0.9 blocks over his last seven games. Towns also recorded his 10th 30-plus point game of the season Tuesday. He'll look to make it three wins in a row for the 14th-seeded Timberwolves Thursday at home against the Warriors.

Towns scored 21 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT) with 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal in a 105-104 victory over the Jazz on Monday.

Towns scored 20-plus points for the fourth consecutive game and also secured his third double-double across that span. The center has averaged 24.3 points, 11.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.3 blocks per game over that stretch. Towns has been one of the most consistent players in the league this season, recording 29 double-doubles in his 40 games played.

Towns produced 24 points (9-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and a blocked shot across 37 minutes in Saturday's 101-96 win over the Jazz.

Although the Timberwolves are suffering through an abysmal season, Towns has aided them in some surprising victories. The standout big man appears to have Utah's number, as he successfully produced another double-double to go to 2-0 against the league-leading Jazz this season. Towns has notched six double-doubles over his last 10 games, allowing his squad to play break-even ball over that span.

Towns totaled 26 points (7-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT), six assists and five rebounds across 33 minutes Wednesday in a loss to Sacramento.

Towns couldn't quite repeat his performance against the Kings from the previous night, when he pulled down 18 boards and blocked four shots, but he still led Minnesota in scoring and distributed six assists. The superstar center also knocked down multiple three-pointers for the eighth time in his past nine contests, highlighting one of the skills that makes him among fantasy's elite frontcourt options. Towns has been as effective as ever when healthy this season, posting per-game averages of 24.8 points, 11.0 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 2.5 three-pointers and 1.5 blocks.

Towns totaled 26 points (9-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 18 rebounds, five assists and four blocked shots across 36 minutes in a 134-120 win over Sacramento on Tuesday.

Towns finished just two points shy of Anthony Edwards and D'Angelo Russell for the team lead, but scoring wasn't his strongest point Tuesday. The big man pulled down a season-high 18 boards and also tied a season best with four blocks. Finally, he finished with at least five assists for his eighth straight game and is averaging a career-high 4.6 dimes on the campaign.

Towns (knee) will play Tuesday against the Kings.

Towns left Sunday's matchup with the Clippers after suffering an apparent knee injury, but he's not listed on Minnesota's injury report and will ready to go for Tuesday's clash. He's averaging 27.6 points, 11.3 rebounds and 5.4 assists through eight contests in April.

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Towns was removed in Sunday's 124-105 loss to the Clippers as a "precaution" after the center made knee-to-knee contact with another player during the game, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

The Timberwolves were trailing by 32 when Towns checked out with 9:24 remaining in the fourth quarter, so there would seem to be some validity to Finch's comment that the 25-year-old exited early as a matter of caution. Before departing, Towns was in the midst of a down night, and he ultimately finished with his fewest points (16) since March 14. Fantasy managers will want to monitor his status heading into a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back set in Sacramento, but for now, Towns can likely be considered somewhere between probable and questionable for the first of the two contests until the Timberwolves release their next injury report.

Towns had 16 points (5-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and five assists across 25 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Clippers.

Towns struggled massively from the field and barely scored at a one-point-per-shot pace, and this outing ended a streak of seven straight games with at least 23 points for the star big man. The former Kentucky standout will hope to bounce back Tuesday in a more favorable matchup at Sacramento.

Towns scored a team-high 24 points (8-14 FG, 4-4 3Pt, 4-7 FT) while adding five rebounds, five assists and a block in 26 minutes during Friday's win over the Heat.

After missing the last two games while honoring the one-year anniversary of his mother's passing, Towns didn't see his usual workload or production but still came through when Minnesota needed him before fouling out late in the fourth quarter. The big man had reeled off 10 straight double-double prior to his absence, so look for him to begin a new streak soon enough.

Towns (personal) is not listed on the team's injury report for Friday's game against Miami, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns looks to be set to return Friday from a two-game absence related to a personal matter. Naz Reid will head back to the bench with the starting center back in the lineup.

Towns (personal) is out Wednesday against the Bucks.

Towns will miss a second straight game due to a personal matter. In his absence, Naz Reid should make another start and continue seeing extra minutes. Towns' next chance to play will arrive Friday against Miami.

Towns (personal) will not play Tuesday against the Nets, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Towns won't be available for Tuesday's rescheduled game that occurs on the first half of a back-to-back. The 25-year-old center may have a chance to return for Wednesday's game against the Bucks. With Towns out, look for Naz Reid to likely take on a larger workload Tuesday.

Towns (personal) and the Timberwolves will play the Nets on Tuesday afternoon at 4 p.m. ET, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

It's unclear whether Towns will be available for the rescheduled game on Tuesday after he had already been ruled out Monday due to a personal matter prior to the postponement. The team will provide further updates ahead of the game.

Towns and the Timberwolves will not play Monday against the Nets after the game was postponed, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Towns had already been ruled out of the game due to a personal matter, but it will no longer be played Monday in the aftermath of a police-involved shooting in Minneapolis. Wojnarowski notes that the game could be made up as soon as Tuesday night, which happens to be an off day for both teams.

Towns will not play in Monday's game against the Nets due to a personal matter, Malika Andrews of ESPN reports.

Towns' family is holding a private memorial for his mother on Monday, so he'll miss at least one game as the Timberwolves embark on a four-game Week 17. The big man is coming off of another monster effort Sunday night against the Bulls, when he finished with 27 points, 12 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 37 minutes.

Towns posted 27 points (8-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 12 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in Sunday's win over the Bulls.

Towns reeled off another monster effort as he continues to rank among the best players in all of fantasy basketball over the last month. Entering Sunday, Towns had racked up four 30-point efforts in his last five games, with averages of 30.8 points, 13.4 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.0 steal and 2.6 made threes in that stretch.

Towns tallied 30 points (10-22 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 12 rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 42 minutes during Friday's overtime loss to the Celtics.

The 25-year-old has now scored 30-plus points in five out of his last seven games. Towns is off to a hot start in April, averaging 30.8 points, 13.4 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.6 three-pointers and 1.0 steals over his last five games. The sixth-year center will look to keep the good times rolling Sunday at home against the Bulls.

Towns scored 32 points (12-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-8 FT) to go along with 12 rebounds, six assists and one block across 35 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Pacers.

Towns continued to see massive playing time, as he's averaging 38 minutes per game across his last six contests. He's taken advantage by amassing impressive volume statistics, highlighted by 28.8 points, 14.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game. Even with the return of D'Angelo Russell, Towns remains the predominant offensive threat on the Wolves and should be locked into across the board production for the remainder of the campaign.

Towns recorded 23 points (8-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists and two steals over 36 minutes of Monday's win over the Kings.

Towns has registered a double-double in seven straight outings while scoring over 20 in six of those contests. Over that span, he is averaging 28.1 points, 14.7 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.4 blocks per game. Towns is one of the most dominating big men in both the NBA and fantasy basketball and even though the Timberwolves are in last place, you can always count on Towns to produce.

Towns tallied 39 points (11-23 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 13-14 FT), 14 rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block during Saturday's 122-113 loss to the 76ers.

The 25-year-old has now recorded a double-double in six straight games, a span in which he's averaged 29.0 points, 15.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.8 three-pointers and 1.7 blocks. The sixth-year center has been on a tear lately, and he should continue providing elite production in points, rebounds, three-pointers and blocks along with solid assists the rest of the way for the last-placed Timberwolves.

Towns recorded 30 points (11-25 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 16 rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block across 34 minutes in Friday's loss against the Grizzlies.

Towns didn't have his best shooting night and struggled badly from deep, but that didn't stop him to produce a monster stat line -- he recorded 30 or more points for the sixth time this season while also ending just one board shy of tying his season-best mark. Towns has scored 20-plus points in nine of his last 10 games and has scored at least 25 points in seven of those outings. His role as the Timberwolves' go-to player on offense is completely safe despite Anthony Edwards' recent performances and should remain one of the most productive big men in the league going forward regardless of your league's format.

Towns recorded 18 points (7-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, six assists and a block across 40 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Knicks.

Towns didn't have his best shooting performance and needed 18 shots to finish with 18 points, but he supplied value both on the glass and as a playmaker. The offense has been going through Towns since the Timberwolves made their coaching change last month, and the star big man has benefited from that new approach since he's putting up excellent numbers on a nightly basis. He has posted four straight double-doubles and has reached that feat in six of his last eight contests.

Towns posted 31 points (13-22 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists and three blocks in Monday's loss to the Nets.

Towns continues to pile up monster fantasy performances, but they rarely lead to wins for the Timberwolves. The big man typically contributes in all categories except for steals, and he's hit multiple threes in 10 of 11 games since the All-Star break.

Towns had 27 points (7-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 11-12 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists and two blocks in Saturday's loss to Houston.

The Wolves continue to struggle, but Towns has been among the league's most productive fantasy players of late. Since the All-Star break, Towns is putting up 26.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 3.0 three-pointers and 1.2 blocks in 34.9 minutes per contest.

Towns ended with 29 points (9-26 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 16 rebounds, eight assists and one block in 35 minutes during Friday's 107-101 victory over the Rockets.

Towns was fantastic again for the Wolves, helping them to an unlikely victory. Despite trailing midway through the final quarter, the team rallied to pour in 22 unanswered points down the stretch, securing them the win. Since returning to the lineup, Towns has looked incredible and is certainly beginning to look more aggressive on the offensive end of the floor. As long as he stays healthy, he should be able to continue putting up elite numbers on a nightly basis.

Towns scored 22 points (8-20 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT) with six assists and five rebounds in a 128-108 loss to the Mavericks on Wednesday.

Towns has scored over 22 points in five consecutive games and continues to be one of the most dominant centers in the league. The big man has shot very well from distance since returning from the All-Star break, as he has made multiple threes in seven of his last eight games. Over that same stretch, Towns is averaging an impressive 26.5 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.1 blocks per game.

Towns had 33 points (10-28 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 10 rebounds, two steals and a block in Monday's loss to the Thunder.

Towns carried the Wolves' offense on a night when they shot 41.3 percent from the field as a team and had only four players score in double-figures. The big man has cranked up his production of late, scoring at least 24 points in four straight games, while adding 8.8 rebounds per contest in that span. Towns' assist numbers tend to come and go, but he's remained a consistent contributor on the defensive end, as well.

Towns finished with 24 points (9-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine boards, one assist, and one block in 36 minutes of a 113-101 loss to Phoenix on Friday.

Towns narrowly missed out on his second consecutive double-double, falling one board shy. Towns only attempted 12 shots from the field, well below his season average, but made up for it with a sharp shooting night. He's now made eight 3-point shots in his last two games on just 11 shots. He'll face the Thunder on Monday.

Towns turned in 41 points (15-24 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 6=7 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists and a steal across 36 minutes in Thursday's 123-119 win over the Suns.

Towns' stat line is what fantasy managers have been hoping for since his return to action. The duo of Towns and Anthony Edwards could have beaten any team in the league on Thursday, and despite having the worst record in the NBA at the moment, their combined performance is a season highlight. IF you kept your eye on Town's usage, it was easy to see this kind of performance on the horizon. Towns was just brilliant overall, combining a double-double with five drilled three-pointers. Now all the T-Wolves need to do is keep feeding him the ball.

Towns totaled 29 points (10-19 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven assists, six rebounds and two blocked shots across 35 minutes Tuesday in a loss to the Lakers.

Towns tied with rookie Anthony Edwards for the team lead in scoring in the contest, registering his third-highest point total of the campaign. He also chipped in with seven dimes and six boards while swatting exactly two shots for the third time in his past four games. Despite Minnesota's struggles this year, Towns continues to produce with per-game averages of 22.2 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.7 blocks.

Towns tallied 13 points (5-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-6 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, a steal and a blocked shot across 40 minutes in Sunday's 114-112 win over the Trail Blazers.

Towns struggled from the floor and the free-throw line, but he added enough secondary numbers to salvage his tepid scoring totals. The standout center has recorded nine double-doubles since his return to action, and he was very close to hitting his first triple-double of the season in Sunday's win.

Towns recorded 34 points (12-21 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and a steal across 34 minutes in Saturday's loss against the Trail Blazers.

Towns continues to be the focal point of the Timberwolves' offense, and he delivered his best scoring output of the campaign while also notching his fourth double-double over his last five appearances. Towns also has seven double-doubles in his last 10 games and is averaging 23.6 points with 10.7 boards over that span.

Towns recorded 16 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds and three assists across 32 minutes during Wednesday's 135-102 loss to the Hornets.

Wednesday's performance was arguably Towns' worst of the season, as he committed four turnovers in addition to his lackluster shooting during the Wolves' ninth consecutive loss. The effort marked Towns' first sub-20 point game since Feb. 19, where he scored 19 points against the Raptors.

Towns tallied 21 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal Sunday in a 118-99 loss to the Suns.

Towns will finish February with seven double-doubles across 11 games. He averaged 22.5 points during that span, a significant decrease from his 26.5 PPG posted last season. The former All-Star will now head into March without D'Angelo Russell (knee) and Malik Beasley (suspension) for most of it. Their absences will unlikely create winning results, but Towns is likely to see an uptick in usage.

Towns mustered 23 points (7-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and three blocks across 32 minutes in Saturday's loss against the Wizards.

Towns led the Timberwolves in points and assists while also finishing as the second-best rebounder behind Jarred Vanderbilt's 12 boards, and it's absolutely clear that he will be the engine that will make Minnesota's offense run on a nightly basis. Since the coaching change, Towns has shot at least 19 field-goal attempts in every game while recording two double-doubles -- one with assists and one with rebounds. Towns has seven double-doubles in his last 10 games.

Towns had 24 points (10-20 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, two steals and a block across 31 minutes during Wednesday's overtime loss against the Bulls.

Towns was unable to repeat his 11-assist performance from Tuesday, but he was the focal point of the offense once again and delivered another well-rounded line. Towns should be the Timberwolves' best player on a nightly basis even if the entire team is healthy, but with new head coach Chris Finch looking to run the offense through the star center, his numbers across the board should see an uptick moving forward.

Towns delivered 26 points (10-19 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 11 assists, eight rebounds and a steal across 36 minutes in Tuesday's loss against the Bucks.

Towns struggled from deep and didn't have his best shooting performance, but this was his most complete game of the season by a wide margin -- he ended just two boards away from delivering a triple-double. Towns has missed several games this season due to injury and a COVID-19 diagnosis, but he's been finding his form of late and has surpassed the 25-point plateau in three of his last four games while also posting four double-doubles in that stretch.

Towns produced 27 points (9-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, three blocked shots and a steal across 31 minutes in Sunday's 103-99 loss to the Knicks.

Towns helped to erase a 21-point deficit with a stellar fourth quarter, but they couldn't seal the deal. The standout center has quickly racked up four double-doubles since returning to action, although his arrival hasn't translated to many wins. The Timberwolves are 1-6 with Towns back in the lineup, and any hopes of a playoff berth are fading fast. Their current woes could initiate some activity at the trade deadline, but it's unlikely that the team would part with their best player.

Towns finished Friday's loss to the Raptors with 19 points (8-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists and two blocked shots.

Towns was by far Minnesota's most effective player on offense on a night when the team combined to shoot just 38.6 percent from the field. The big man led the Timberwolves in both scoring and rebounding in the contest, collecting his fourth double-double in his last six games. Since returning to action Feb. 10, Towns has posted per-game averages of 21.2 points, 9.7 boards and 1.3 blocks.

Towns had 30 points (8-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 12-12 FT), 10 rebounds, two steals, two blocks and an assist across 37 minutes in Wednesday's loss against the Pacers.

Towns has three double-doubles in five games since his return, but this was his best game of the campaign -- he looked dominant offensively while also limiting Myles Turner to just eight points. Towns has scored 20 or more points in three of his last four games and is clearly trending in the right direction after a prolonged absence.

Towns accounted for 15 points (7-10 3Pt, 1-1 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists and a steal across 33 minutes in Tuesday's loss against the Lakers.

Towns only scored 15 points -- his lowest output of the season -- but was extremely efficient, as he only missed three shots from the field. Towns took a backseat in scoring to Anthony Edwards, as the rookie ended with 28 points, but Towns should remain Minnesota's go-to player on offense on a nightly basis, especially with D'Angelo Russell (leg) sidelined. Towns is averaging 19.5 points per game since returning from a 13-game absence.

Towns scored 20 points (8-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT) while adding 11 rebounds, three assists, three blocks and a steal in 33 minutes during Sunday's 116-112 win over the Raptors.

It's the 25-year-old's second double-double in three games since returning to the lineup. Towns didn't exactly put together the cleanest performance, committing seven turnovers and fouling out in the final minutes, but it was still the kind of well-rounded fantasy line the 25-year-old is known for. Towns has had a rough year off the court, but his production when on it remains stellar.

Towns dropped 25 points (9-18 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block across 32 minutes in the loss to the Hornets on Friday.

Towns made his second straight start after missing 13 games as he recovered from a positive COVID-19 test. While he failed to grab double-digit rebounds for the first time in six games this season, he did hit the 20-point mark for the fourth time. Up next for the Timberwolves will be a game on the road against the Raptors on Sunday.

Towns had 18 points (8-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt), 10 rebounds, three assists and a steal across 31 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves.

Towns missed 13 straight games and had played just four times this season before returning for this matchup, though he did continue a trend -- he has five double-doubles in an equal number of games. Towns was a bit rusty with his shot -- particularly from deep -- but he should be the Timberwolves' top performer going forward if he's able to rediscover his best form going forward.

Towns is officially active and will start in Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Mark Medina of USA Today reports.

After missing the last 13 games due to the NBA's health and safety protocols, Towns will make his return to the court Wednesday and get the start at center for the Timberwolves. It's unclear whether he'll be on any sort of minutes restriction or not, but he should still see plenty of opportunity to fill the stat sheet. So far this season, Towns is averaging 22.0 points, 12.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 2.8 blocks in 33.0 minutes per game.

Towns (COVID-19) responded on Twitter to the report that he's expected to return Wednesday against the Clippers, saying "This is news to me! Last time I checked, I was gonna go through shootaround and see how I feel."

Based on Towns' tweet, it seems like he's closer to questionable than probable for Wednesday's game. Ultimately, there's a good chance his status won't be determined until close to tipoff.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) is expected to return to action Wednesday night against the Clippers, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Towns was considered doubtful as recently as Tuesday night, but he's apparently passed through the league's health and safety protocols and is now expected to make his return after missing the previous 13 games. Given the long layoff, it's possible Towns could be limited, but he'll likely return to the starting lineup at center. In four appearances this season, Towns, who also missed time with a wrist injury, is averaging 22.0 points, 12.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 2.8 blocks in 33.0 minutes per game.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

The 25-year-old has missed the past 13 games due to the NBA's health and safety protocols, and his absence is expected to continue Wednesday. Naz Reid should receive another start with Towns likely sidelined again.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) won't play Monday against Dallas.

Towns was previously listed as doubtful on Minnesota's injury report, so his absence Monday night shouldn't come as a surprise. His next opportunity to return will arrive Wednesday against the Clippers.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Towns has missed the past 12 games due to the league's health and safety protocols, and he appears unlikely to play once again. Naz Reid should continue to start in his place.

Towns (COVID-10 protocols) won't play in Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Town's still hasn't cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols pertaining to COVID-19 and will thus miss a 12th straight matchup. Naz Reid will presumably start once again.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) won't play Friday against the Thunder.

Towns has been out since Jan. 13 due to the NBA's health and safety protocols, and he'll be unable to return Friday. Naz Reid (wrist) and Ed Davis should handle the bulk of the workload under the basket once again.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game at San Antonio.

The 25-year-old hasn't seen the court since Jan. 13 and continues to be sidelined by the NBA's health and safety protocols after testing positive for COVID-19. It's uncertain when Towns will return to action for Minnesota.

Towns (COVID-19 protocols) will remain out for Monday's game against Cleveland.

Towns was initially listed as questionable, but he'll miss yet another game as he remains in the league's health and safety protocols after testing positive for the virus midway through January. Monday will mark Towns' ninth consecutive absence and his 16th missed game of the season.

Towns (COVID-19) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

The 25-year-old continues to be unavailable after testing positive for COVID-19 earlier this month. Towns received the positive result Jan. 15, so it's possible he'll be able to rejoin the team in the near future. Naz Reid has been starting at center in his absence, though Reid is questionable for Sunday with a wrist sprain.

Towns (COVID-19) is out Friday against the 76ers, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns tested positive for coronavirus on Jan. 15, so he should be nearing a return soon, at least in theory. The Timberwolves have been quiet about Towns' potential return to action, and he may essentially be day-to-day moving forward.

Towns (wrist) tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Towns, who recently returned from a six-game absence due to a wrist injury, now will miss extended time with a positive coronavirus diagnosis. Towns' mother passed away due to complications with the virus, so this is a personal issue for him as well, as evidenced by his emotional social media post. While Towns is isolating and recovering, Naz Reid and Ed Davis will likely see the majority of center minutes for Minnesota.

Towns (wrist) and the Timberwolves will not play Friday against the Grizzlies as the game has been postponed, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Postponements continue to run rampant throughout the league, and the Timberwolves and Grizzlies are the latest victims. As far as we know, the game between the Wolves and Hawks on Monday is still on.

Towns (wrist) is probable Friday against the Grizzlies.

Towns has played two games after recovering from a wrist injury, and he hasn't looked slowed down at all, averaging 25.0 points, 13.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.5 blocks in those contests. Chances are, he'll see the court again Friday.

Towns had 25 points (8-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists and two blocks in Wednesday's 118-107 loss to the Grizzlies.

It was a tale of two halves for Towns, who scored 17 points in one half and grabbed 10 boards during the other. The performance marked his ninth consecutive double-double dating back to 2020. It shows Towns will likely remain the Timberwolves' top option despite playing just 14 games for them last year.

Towns (wrist) will start Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Wolves radio voice Alan Horton reports.

As expected, Towns will return to action Wednesday after missing Sunday's game on the second night of a back-to-back. In his return from a wrist injury on Saturday, Towns finished with 25 points, 13 boards, four assists and three blocks in 37 minutes.

Coach Ryan Saunders said Tuesday that the plan is for Towns (wrist) to play Wednesday against the Grizzlies, ... reports.

Towns was held out of a back-to-back Sunday after returning to action Saturday and posting a double-double in an overtime loss. It appears that the team was simply being cautious with the 25-year-old in his return from a six-game absence due to a dislocated left wrist. If Towns does indeed return, Ed Davis will slide back to a bench role.

Towns (wrist) won't play Sunday against the Spurs.

The 25-year-old played 37 minutes in his return from a six-game absence Saturday, but he won't be available for the second half of the back-to-back set. There was no indication of Towns suffering a setback with the dislocated left wrist, so it appears the Timberwolves are just exercising caution after his quick return from the injury. Ed Davis and Naz Reid should fill in at center Sunday for Minnesota.

Towns totaled 25 points (9-17 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists and three blocks over 37 minutes in the 1255-122 overtime loss to the Spurs.

After missing his previous six games, Towns (wrist) let it be known that he was back, leading the team in rebounds and was second in scoring Saturday night. In the three games he has played this season, Towns has seen his rebound total increase in each game and gone over the 20-point mark twice.

Towns (wrist) is starting Saturday's game against the Spurs.

The 25-year-old missed the past six games due to a dislocated left wrist, but he'll be back on the court Saturday. Towns is expected to have a minutes restriction, so he's unlikely to reach the 30.0 minutes he averaged before suffering the injury.

Towns (wrist) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game against the Spurs and will have an unspecified minutes restriction if available, Kent Youngblood of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

The 25-year-old hasn't seen the court since the second game of the season, so it's not much of a surprise he isn't expected to have a full workload in his potential return. Towns' status should receive additional clarity as the 8:00 p.m. ET first tip draws closer.

Towns (wrist) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Towns hasn't taken the court since suffering a dislocated left wrist during Minnesota's second game of the season, but he's been increasing his activity in workouts recently. He has a chance to return to play when the Timberwolves return home Saturday against the Spurs, but it's not yet clear how much he'd play if he's ultimately available for the game.

Towns (wrist) has started to increase his activity in workouts. "He's doing a little bit more, where he can kind of handle a ball on the court," Saunders told The Athletic.

Towns was diagnosed with a dislocated left wrist after Minnesota's second game of the season and hasn't played since. It's the same wrist he broke last season. There hasn't been a clear timetable for Towns' return, so the fact he's making progress and doing on-court work with the ball is a positive sign. He's not expected to return until at least the end of Minnesota's road trip that ends Thursday, and likely at least a few more games.

Head coach Ryan Saunders said Towns (wrist) would be re-evaluated "early this week" before the Timberwolves provide an updated timeline on his return, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. "I know we're on about a week from when we kind of found all this out [about Towns' dislocated wrist], but I don't have an exact date on when that evaluation would be," Saunders said. "It would be early this week though, staying in that weekly update."

Towns was diagnosed with the dislocated left wrist following the Timberwolves' Dec. 26 game against the Jazz, missing four contests thus far as a result. Based on Saunders' comments, Towns still seems to be in the week-to-week stage of his recovery rather than day-to-day, making it highly unlikely that he'll be able to play in any of the Timberwolves' four games this week. Once Towns' re-evaluation occurs, the Timberwolves could provide a more definitive target date for the big man's return. Minnesota is expected to use Ed Davis and Naz Reid as its primary centers for the duration of Towns' absence.

Towns (wrist) was diagnosed with a left wrist dislocation Sunday and will be evaluated on a weekly basis, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

The good news is Towns won't require surgery, but he figures to miss at least a week or two, and perhaps quite a bit more time. Wojnarowski reports that there is optimism within the Wolves organization that Towns' absence will be "relatively short-term," but it's unclear what, exactly, that means. In Towns' absence, expect Naz Reid to step into an increased role, while veteran Ed Davis could also move into the rotation off the bench.

Towns (wrist) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Lakers, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

An MRI on the left wrist of Towns revealed no bone damage, which is positive long-term news for the Minnesota 7-footer. He may or may not play Sunday, but the injury shouldn't keep him sidelined for long if he is held out. If Towns doesn't play in Sunday's contest, Naz Reid and Ed Davis would likely be looking at expanded roles.

The Timberwolves expect to have Towns (wrist) available for Sunday's game against the Lakers, independent NBA reporter Dane Moore reports.

Towns experienced soreness in his left wrist during Saturday's 116-111 win over the Jazz, which may have played a part in him posting just 16 points (6-19 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT) in the contest. Fortunately for the big man, the wrist injury doesn't seem to be a major concern, and he'll likely be good to go for the second half of the back-to-back set if he steers clear of a setback in pregame warmups. Assuming Towns ultimately gets the green light to play, he shouldn't face any limitations in Sunday's contest.

Towns said he's dealing with heavy soreness after suffering a wrist injury during Saturday's 116-111 win over the Jazz, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

The 25-year-old returned to the contest after suffering the injury, but it was mostly to serve as a decoy. Towns finished the victory with 16 points (6-19 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, four blocks, three assists and one steal in 30 minutes, but the injury is of far more importance for Minnesota. He's expected to undergo X-rays, and his status for Sunday's matchup with the Lakers is very much in doubt.

Towns generated 22 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3PT, 8-8 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists, two blocked shots and a steal across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 111-101 win over the Pistons.

Towns was only three assists shy of a triple-double to begin the season. It was an excellent kickoff for Towns, who needs to bounce back after struggling with injuries for much of last season. He was brilliant when he did play, with some of the best averages of his career, and work on his defensive game has also paid off.

Towns scored 20 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3PT, 2-2 FT), had seven rebounds, three assists, and a steal during 27 minutes of Thursday's 129-127 preseason win over Dallas.

Towns posted team-highs in both minutes and points as he helped the Timberwolves narrowly defeat Dallas. Towns remains the star of the show for this Minnesota team and a star in the fantasy realm, with health being his only real detriment. If he can stay healthy expect another big season from the center.

Towns posted 14 points (3-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 7-8 FT), nine rebounds and five assists across 27 minutes during Monday's preseason loss against the Grizzlies.

Towns might have ended as one of five Minnesota players that scored in double digits, but he struggled with his shot during the entire game and only made three of his 12 attempts from the field. Towns expanded his range last season and that is likely to translate into a drop-off in shooting percentages, but he shouldn't have games where he shoots 25 percent from the field too often. He made a career-worst 50.8 percent of his shots last season, though, so that's not exactly encouraging looking towards the beginning of the regular season in a few more days.

Towns posted 13 points (4-13 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds and three blocks across 22 minutes during Saturday's preseason loss against the Grizzlies.

Towns might have ended two boards away from a double-double, but he only converted four of his 13 shots and looked sloppy on the offensive end of the court. Towns needs to shake off the rust during preseason, though, as he will Minnesota's go-to guy on offense this campaign and needs to deliver accordingly if the Timberwolves want to have a chance at competing for a playoff berth. He averaged 26.5 points and 10.8 rebounds per game in 2019-20.

Towns (wrist) is not on the injury report for Saturday's preseason action against the Grizzlies.

Towns missed the Timberwolves' final 12 games due to a broken left wrist, but he was able to rest, rehab and heal over the summer. We should expect him to start Saturday's game, flanked by a cast of new teammates.

The Timberwolves "feel positive" about Towns' wrist but are yet to announce any specifics regarding his recovery, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns was dealing with the injury prior to the suspension of the season, and while we still don't have much clarity, it sounds as though his recovery is moving in the right direction. President of basketball operations Gersson Rosas indicated that the team may wait to comment on the situation, as Towns is still mourning the loss of his mother, who passed away in April.

Towns (wrist) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

The Wolves' medical staff is not having Towns pursue surgery, so it seems like the hope is that he can return before the season ends. We should learn more in a couple of weeks when he's re-evaluated, though it's possible there will be updates before then.

Towns (wrist) will not play Friday against Orlando.

Towns hasn't played since Feb. 10 due to a fractured left wrist. He's approaching his two-week re-evaluation, at which point an updated timetable for his return will hopefully emerge. In the meantime, Juancho Hernangomez, James Johnson and Naz Reid should continue to see plenty of run in the frontcourt.

Towns has been diagnosed with a fractured left wrist and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns sought a second opinion and got a firm diagnosis -- one that will keep him off the court for at least two weeks. In his absence, Juancho Hernangomez, James Johnson and Naz Reid should continue seeing plenty of run in the frontcourt. At this point, D'Angelo Russell may be the only consistent source of offense for the Timberwolves.

Towns (wrist) is seeking a second opinion on his injured left wrist, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns is still expected to be out multiple games, but more specific information on a timeline may emerge after his second opinion. For the duration of his absence, however long that may be, Naz Rid, James Johnson and Juancho Hernangomez are all candidates to see plenty of frontcourt minutes.

Towns (wrist) is without a specific timetable to return from his left wrist injury,Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns missed the final game before the All-Star break, and Wolves are now preparing for him to miss multiple games after they resume play. Coach Ryan Saunders acknowledged that fact Wednesday, but he did not speculate as to how many games Towns is expected to miss. After Friday's matchup with the Celtics, the Timberwolves embark on a four-game road trip that will keep the team away from home until a March 1 meeting with the Mavs.

Towns (wrist) is expected to miss multiple games following the All-Star break, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns' absence from Wednesday's 115-108 loss to the Hornets came as a surprise, and it now looks like Towns could be out for an extended period. An official timetable, or even the specific nature of the injury, has yet to be released. While Towns sat Wednesday, Malik Beasley, Juancho Hernangomez and D'Angelo Russell all saw at least 35 minutes. As expected, Russell led the team in usage (31.5 percent) while posting 26 points, 11 assists, six rebounds, two steals and one block.

Towns will not play Wednesday against the Hornets due to a left wrist injury.

Specifics regarding the injury are not yet known, but it will keep Towns sidelined for at least one game. The big man underwent an MRI on Tuesday and will be further evaluated during the All-Star break. In the meantime, the likes of Juancho Hernangomez, James Johnson and Naz Reid are candidates to see increased run in Towns' absence Wednesday.

Towns scored a team-high 23 points (5-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 10-12 FT) while adding 10 rebounds, seven assists, a steal and a block in 37 minutes during Monday's 137-126 loss to the Raptors.

Matched up against an undersized Toronto frontcourt, KAT didn't exactly dominate but still put together a strong fantasy performance. He's reeled off five straight double-doubles to begin the month of February, averaging 24.0 points, 11.2 boards, 5.2 assists, 2.6 threes, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals, and as he learns to work with new running mate D'Angelo Russell, Towns could find another gear down the stretch.

Towns supplied 22 points (9-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-4 FT), 13 rebounds, nine assists, one steal and one block across 34 minutes Saturday in the Timberwolves' 142-115 win over the Clippers.

Poor free-throw shooting aside, Towns turned in one of his most well-rounded outings of the season, with his assist production standing out in particular. Towns was thrust into more of a play-making role than usual with D'Angelo Russell (quadriceps) out, so expect the big man's assists output to trend back down if Russell is cleared to make his team debut Monday in Toronto.

Townsdropped 21 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block in 38 minutes during Wednesday's loss to the Hawks.

The Timberwolves came close to making a comeback in this one, but ultimately fell short, making this a whopping 13 losses in a row. After participating in a huge, four-team trade that saw Robert Covington get shipped out to Houston, and Malik Beasley (among others) come to Minnesota, general manager Gersson Rosas has been looking to bring in even more backup for his team before the NBA trade deadline, with D'Angelo Russell being the most notable name tied to them, although discussions have reportedly stalled recently. If a dynamic guard like Russell were to be brought in, Towns would obviously be one of the safer players on the team, not having to worry about his role on the team as the franchise cornerstone. His fantasy value likely wouldn't take any kind of significant hit, maybe barring a few points being knocked off of Towns' stat sheet occasionally. In fact, the addition of another real offensive weapon could even help Towns' value, as defenses would have another threat to key in on. With the trade deadl

Towns posted 22 points (7-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal in 37 minutes during Monday's 113-109 loss at Sacramento.

Towns has scored 20 or more points in seven straight contests, and he has notched three double-doubles over that span. The Timberwolves might be going nowhere this season, but Towns remains an elite fantasy asset when healthy due to his imposing offensive skill set. The star big man has grabbed at least eight boards and dished out at least three dimes in six of those seven aforementioned games as well.

Towns dropped 37 points (13-23 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds, six assists, two steals and two blocks in 35 minutes during Saturday's loss to the Thunder.

Towns took a hard fall in his last game - the first of this back-to-back set, but looked no worse for wear as he came out blazing in this one, scoring 19 of the Timberwolves' 22 first-quarter points, and half of the team's points by half-time (24 of the team's 48). Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to break this nine-game losing streak the team is now on. Timberwolves executive Gersson Rosas recently stated that Towns is "as untouchable as they come," implying that the team wouldn't even consider moving him. This statement came at great timing because Towns has put up 32.7 points, 8.7 boards, 3.3 assists and 2.7 triples per game over his previous three outings. Regardless of if he shockingly gets traded or not, the 24-year old would be one of the primary focal points on any offense, and is playing at a top-five fantasy level.

Towns scored 30 points (12-23 FG, 2-5 3PT, 4-4 FT), three assists, 12 rebounds and two blocks across 28 minutes in Friday's 131-124 loss to Houston.

It was Towns' first double-double since his return from a 15-game absence and his third-straight effort with at least 28 points. He looks to have found his groove as the team prepares to take on Oklahoma City on Saturday.

Towns produced 40 points (16-24 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds and two assists across 31 minutes in Wednesday's 117-110 loss to the Bulls.

Towns' four flat-footed threes on Wednesday reminded us how effectively he can stretch the floor. Towns is well on the way to putting all the pieces back together after missing 15 games. IF he can match his prolific scoring with some double-digit rebound totals, he'll regain his footing as one of the league's top fantasy producers.

Towns had 28 points (9-19 FG, 2-5 3PT, 8-9 FT), eight rebounds and five assists in Monday's loss to Denver.

Towns was one of the few sources of offense for Minnesota, which had only three players in double-figures. The game marked Towns' third appearance since missing extended time with an injury, and he played 35 minutes -- his most since returning.

Towns put up 12 points (4-11 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT) in a loss to the Raptors on Saturday, throwing in six rebounds, six assists and one block in 27 minutes.

It's good to see Towns on the court, and playing decent minutes for both games of this back-to-back set considering his 27-point performance just one night prior to this game, was the first on-court appearance he's made in about a month. Fantasy owners can finally rest easy knowing the weeks of teasing "questionable" tags should be behind him.

Towns tallied 27 points (9-21 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 28 minutes during Friday's 116-114 loss to the Pacers.

Towns returned to the lineup following a 15-game absence due to a left knee sprain and more recently an illness. Having finished with more turnovers (three) than assists while failing to make his usual impact on the boards, Towns will look to provide a more well-rounded effort during Saturday's matchup versus the Raptors, that is so long as he's able to give it a go on the second night of this back-to-back set.

Towns (illness) will play Friday against the Pacers, J. Michael of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Towns has been battling a knee injury and illness, but after going through some pregame activities, he'll get the green light for Friday's clash. He's missed the last 15 contests, though he'll immediately rejoin the starting lineup, per Michael. It's unclear at this time if he'll be on any type of minutes restriction.

Towns (knee/illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Towns hasn't taken the court since Dec. 13 due to a knee injury and an illness. While his knee is reportedly no longer an issue, he's waiting to shake the illness before returning. Look for his status for Friday's game to clear up closer to tip-off. If Towns misses another game, Gorgui Dieng will pick up another start in his stead.

Towns (knee/illness) will not play Wednesday against the Pacers, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns hasn't played since Dec. 13 due to a knee injury and, more recently, an illness. Per Krawczynski, the big man's knee is no longer an issue, and he's expected to return to the court once he shakes the illness. Gorgui Dieng figures to draw another start Wednesday with Towns unavailable.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Towns still hasn't taken the court since Dec. 13 due to a left knee sprain, but he'll have a chance to make his return Wednesday. He's also been dealing with an illness, which hasn't helped his cause.

Towns (knee/illness) won't play in Monday's game against Oklahoma City, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns, who's been out since Dec. 18th with a left knee strain, has recently picked up an illness, which has been the primary factor in his past two absences. Gorgui Dieng has played well in place of Towns and should continue to start until the star center's healthy enough to return.

Towns (knee/illness) didn't partake in Monday's shootaround, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

The illness was the limiting factor for Towns, who's absence from shootaround doesn't bode well for his availability against the Thunder later on. There's still an outside chance that Towns'll feel well enough to go through pregame warmups, though if that's the case, his knee sprain could still ultimately prevent him from playing. Look for an update from the team ahead of tipoff clarifying Towns' official status.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

Towns has missed 13 games with the issue and also was dealing with an illness that kept him from even making Minnesota's last road trip and further delayed his return. The 24-year-old is averaging 26.5 points in his 23 games this season and will hope to add to those numbers Monday.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Houston, Cayleigh Griffin of AT&T SportsNet Southwest reports.

Although he appears to be nearing a return, Towns will ultimately miss a 13th-straight game as he continues to battle through a left knee sprain. His next opportunity to play comes Monday against the Thunder.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against Houston.

Towns is in danger of missing his 13th contest due to a left knee sprain. An update on his status should surface after morning shootaround.

Towns (knee) won't play Thursday against Portland, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

It'll be Towns' 12th straight absence dating back to Dec. 18, as the forward continues to recover from a hampering left knee injury. This is the longest injury tenure of Towns' five-year career; the Kentucky product had previously missed a combined total of just five games entering into this season. With Towns inactive Thursday, Gorgui Dieng, who's started the past 11 matchups, will presumably retain his recent role versus the Trail Blazers.

Towns (knee) will have his status determined for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers following pregame warmups, Dane Moore of ZoneCoverage.com reports.

Towns has been day-to-day since he missed his first game with a sprained knee on Dec. 18. There haven't been real updates on his recovery in regard to what he has been able to do in practice, so if he plays Thursday, it would be relatively out of the blue.

Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Towns hasn't played since Dec. 13 due to a knee injury, and he's been listed as day-to-day ever since with no updates regarding his progress, so it's unclear how close he is to actually returning. Should he remain sidelined, Gorgui Dieng would pick up another start in his stead.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against Memphis.

Towns has missed each of the last 10 matchups due to an ailing left knee sprain and ahead of each, the Kentucky product has been deemed questionable. So, it's unknown at the moment whether Towns will finally return to the court or be kept sidelined once again. The 2015 first-round selection will likely be game-time decision before Tuesday's game versus Memphis. In his career before this season, Towns had missed a total of just five games.

Towns (knee) will remain out Sunday against the Cavs, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

No surprise here, as Towns has not taken the floor since Dec. 13 while he battles a knee injury. The Wolves insist on listing the big man as questionable on a game-to-game basis, but there's been little evidence to suggest he was close to playing Sunday.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Towns hasn't played since Dec. 13, and he's been listed as day-to-day ever since with no updates regarding his participation in practice. More information may arrive following Sunday's morning shootaround or pregame activities.

Towns (knee) will not play Thursday against the Warriors, Danny Cunningham of SKOR North reports.

This will mark a ninth consecutive absence for Towns, who is nursing a left knee injury, though Kyle Ratke of the Timberwolves' official site reports that the big man is getting close to a return. Gorgui Dieng should draw another start in place of Towns on Thursday.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Warriors.

Towns has missed the past eight games due to due to a left knee injury. He's carried a questionable tag into the last few games, so it's unclear if he's actually close to returning. If he sits again Thursday, Gorgui Dieng should pick up another start in his place.

Towns (knee) will miss another game Wednesday against Milwaukee.

The Timberwolves continue to list Towns as "questionable" on a game-to-game basis, but this will now be eight straight absence for the big man. Minnesota will also be without Andrew Wiggins (illness) again Wednesday.

Towns (knee) won't play Monday against Brooklyn, Danny Cunningham of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities reports.

Towns isn't quite ready to return from a knee injury just yet, and he'll be held out for his seventh straight matchup. His next opportunity to return will come Wednesday in Milwaukee.

Towns (knee) is considered questionable for Monday's game against the Nets.

Towns is still dealing with the sprained left knee that's kept him out of the last six contests. He's been listed as questionable for the last few games, so whether he's actually close to returning is unknown. If Towns misses another game, expect Gorgui Dieng to start at center in his place.

Towns (knee) will not make his return Saturday against the Cavaliers, Danny Cunningham of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities reports.

Towns will miss a sixth straight contest as he continues to deal with a sprained left knee. Gorgui Dieng should remain the primary beneficiary of Towns' absence.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.

Towns has missed five straight games due to a left knee injury, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. His status should become more clear as tipoff approaches.

Towns (knee) won't play Thursday against the Kings, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

As expected, Towns will miss another matchup while tending to a knee sprain. His next opportunity to return will come Saturday against the Cavaliers.

Towns (knee) isn't expected to play Thursday against Sacramento, James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Towns is still officially questionable, but the team doesn't expect him to take the court Thursday evening. He's missed the last four games due to a left knee sprain and doesn't appear to be healthy enough to give it a go just yet. Gorgui Dieng should draw another start at center, assuming Towns is officially ruled out.

Towns (knee) is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Kings.

The star center's missed the past four contests due to an ongoing left knee sprain. In the event Towns' held out again, Gorfui Dieng figures to draw another start.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Golden State, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.

Towns will miss his fourth straight matchup due to a left knee sprain. Gorgui Deng figures to draw another start at center in Towns' absence.

Towns (knee) is considered questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Towns has missed the last three games with a sprained left knee, but there's some optimism that he'll be able to get back on the floor before Christmas. If that's the case, Gorgui Dieng would move back to the bench after starting the last three contests.

Towns (knee) won't play Saturday against the Trail Blazers.

Towns was considered questionable with the left knee sprain but will end up missing his third straight contest. Gorgui Dieng will receive another start in his place.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers.

A sprained left knee has prevented the Wolves' star center from suiting up over the past two games, but it's possible he makes his return Saturday. More information could arrive as the team begins to work through pregame activities. If Towns is sidelined again, Gorgui Dieng figures to make another start at center.

Towns (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns was a limited participant in Friday morning's shootaround, and the team has since announced that he won't be available in Denver. With Towns out of commission, look for Gorgui Dieng and Jordan Bell to see an uptick in minutes.

Towns (knee) was a limited participant in Friday's shootaround, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

A sprained right knee caused Towns to miss Wednesday's game against the Pelicans. His limited participation Friday was a step forward from Thursday, where he missed practice entirely, but his availability for Friday's game against Denver remains in question.

Towns (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Dane Moore of ZoneCoverage.com reports.

Towns failed to practice Thursday due to a left knee injury, and the team is officially listed him as a game-time decision for Friday's clash. Expect an update on his status sometime after morning shootaround.

Towns (knee) did not practice Thursday and will be re-evaluated Friday ahead of that day's game against the Nuggets, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

While it's possible Towns plays Friday, being a non-participant in practice roughly 24 hours before the game is not an encouraging sign. So we shouldn't be surprised if he misses his second straight contest. If that's the case, we may see Gorgui Dieng draw another start.

Towns (knee) will not play Wednesday against the Pelicans, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Towns is dealing with a sprained right knee and will miss at least one game as a result. In his absence, Gorgui Dieng is a candidate to start at center and benefit from increased run. Per Krawczynski, coach Ryan Saunders said Towns is day-to-day, so the team will wait and see how the big man feels in the coming days before determining his status for Friday's game in Denver.

Towns (knee) is starting Monday's game against the Suns, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

As expected, Towns has been given the green light to take the court for Monday's tilt. He's been dealing with right knee tendinitis but has still averaged 23.8 points, 8.8 rebounds and 6.8 assists over his last five matchups.

Towns (knee) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Suns.

Towns is dealing with right knee tendinopathy, though it doesn't sound like the issue will jeopardize his availability for the second half of Minnesota's back-to-back set. The big man played 36 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Lakers and finished with 19 points, eight assists, four rebounds and one steal. Look for his status to clear up closer to tip-off.

Towns (knee) will be available Sunday against the Lakers.

Towns is dealing with a minor knee issue, but he was probable coming in so his availability was never in much question. The big man is coming off of a 30-point, eight-assist, five-rebound, two-block, two-steal effort in Friday's loss to OKC.

Towns (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Towns is dealing with some right knee soreness but it's likely he'll play Sunday. Across the past five games, he's averaging 25.6 points, 10.6 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.2 blocks in 34.4 minutes.

Towns (knee) is available for Friday's matchup with the Thunder.

No surprise here, as Towns was considered probable heading into the evening. He could be depended on more than usual on the offensive side of the ball, as Andrew Wiggins (thumb) has been ruled out. Barring any setbacks, look for the big man to take on his usual workload in the contest.

Towns (knee) is probable for Friday's game against the Thunder, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Towns is dealing with some right knee soreness, but it doesn't seem to be anything that will keep him out Friday. Since November, he's averaged 25.6 points, 12.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.3 blocks across 34.0 minutes.

Towns is probable for Friday's contest due to a right knee injury.

The official diagnosis on the injury reports states that Towns has picked up a right knee tendinopathy. Although the center is likely to play Friday, the Timberwolves might adhere on the side of caution if the injury is worse than originally expected.