Sun Jan 26 03:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Knicks’ Towns and Hart Questionable for MLK Day Game Against Hawks

**NEW YORK, NY** – The New York Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart are listed as questionable for Monday’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day game against the Atlanta Hawks, despite participating in Sunday’s practice. Towns has been sidelined for the past two games with a right thumb injury, while Hart played through a painful left shoulder injury (officially listed as neck/cervical compression) sustained Friday.

Coach Tom Thibodeau reported that both players practiced without incident, stating, “They went through practice, and we’ll see where they are tomorrow. They were fine.” Teammate Jalen Brunson echoed this sentiment, praising their performance and highlighting Hart’s resilience. “Being able to play through pain, that’s just who [Hart] is,” Brunson said. Thibodeau added that Hart’s toughness makes him unlikely to miss games unless absolutely necessary.

The Knicks’ starting point guard Brunson also reflected on the significance of playing on MLK Day, calling it a “privilege” and emphasizing the importance of remembering King’s legacy. Coach Thibodeau similarly commented on the day’s significance, highlighting King’s fight for equality for all.

Meanwhile, the Hawks will be without Zaccharie Risacher (adductor strain) and Larry Nance Jr. (hand). Trae Young (Achilles) and Jalen Johnson (shoulder) are listed as probable. The Knicks and Hawks tip off on Monday in a matinee matchup.

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