Karl-Anthony Towns Faces Knee Surgery, Timberwolves' Playoff Push in Jeopardy
March 9, 2024Minnesota Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns requires surgery for a meniscus injury in his left knee.
The full impact of Towns' injury on his playtime and return is currently under evaluation.
Towns' potential absence poses a challenge to the Timberwolves' pursuit of the top seed in the Western Conference.
Teammates Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid are expected to take on larger roles in Towns' absence.
Further updates are anticipated as the situation progresses with Towns' recovery and team strategy adjustments.
Despite the injury, Towns is considered an essential player for a Timberwolves team looking to make a deeper playoff run.
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ESPN • Mar 8, 2024
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Karl-Anthony Towns (torn meniscus) to have surgery, out at least 1 monthFOX Sports • Mar 8, 2024
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