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Headline: Karl-Anthony Towns Expresses Strong Desire to Stay with Knicks Despite Extension Stall
Boston, MA – Despite failing to reach an agreement on a contract extension before the October 20th deadline, Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns has reiterated his commitment to the team and his desire to continue his career in New York.
“Hell yeah, hell yeah. I want to stay here,” Towns stated. “Obviously get a chance to be home, see my family. It means more than the money, you know. So just to be able to be here with the fans, be with the family. It means a lot. I would like it to continue.”
Towns, who was eligible for a two-year, $150 million extension, will now be eligible for another extension after the 2026 NBA Finals, potentially in the range of four years, $260 million, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks. He currently has two years and roughly $110 million remaining on his existing contract, plus a $61 million player option for the 2027-28 season, meaning he is unlikely to hit free agency until at least 2027 or 2028.
The Knicks’ front office, led by team president Leon Rose and Senior VP of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas, maintains a strong relationship with Towns. “Me, [Leon Rose] and [Gersson Rosas] and everyone, we’re great,” Towns said. “I’ll go have lunch with them right now. We’re good.”
While there was no immediate rush to finalize an extension given the length of Towns’ current deal, the conversation is expected to intensify after the upcoming NBA Finals.
Towns, currently in his 30s, is averaging 21.7 points and 11.9 rebounds this season, shooting 44.9 percent from the field. He has been adjusting to Mike Brown’s system, noting that he plays a different role depending on whether he’s at center or power forward. He emphasized his commitment to winning, stating, “Trying to impact winning as much as possible and I’m happy I’m able to do that so far this year.”
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