Karl-Anthony Towns expected to return against Lakers
Karl-Anthony Towns missed the Knicks' game against the Golden State Warriors due to personal reasons, raising public concern for his health. His girlfriend's social media post about cancer added to the worries. However, Towns is expected to return to the lineup for the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. He is not listed on the injury report, easing fears about his condition. Towns has missed six games this season, with the Knicks going 3-3 in his absence. He is averaging 24.5 points and 13.4 rebounds per game since joining the Knicks from the Minnesota Timberwolves.