Karl-Anthony Towns is listed as questionable due to illness ahead of the New York Knicks' matchup against his former team, the Minnesota Timberwolves.
According to the team's latest injury report, Towns' status was updated under the category of illness. The Knicks' staff indicated that Towns felt unwell upon waking up.
"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 started his second season with the Knicks slowly but has regained his rhythm over recent games. In the last three matchups, he has consistently recorded at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Since being traded from Minnesota to New York, Towns has played only one game against the Timberwolves, last December. In that game, he posted impressive stats:
This performance possibly reflects his motivation facing his former team.
Karl-Anthony Towns is currently questionable due to illness but remains a vital contributor for the Knicks, displaying solid performances despite some statistical declines.