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Golden State Warriors eye Karl-Anthony Towns amid Knicks contract stalemate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:11 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Golden State Warriors eye Karl-Anthony Towns amid Knicks contract stalemate

Summary

Karl-Anthony Towns faces contract negotiation challenges with the New York Knicks as they approach training camp next week. Talks regarding a potential extension have reportedly stagnated, leaving Towns with one guaranteed season remaining on his deal and a player option for the following season. The Golden State Warriors have expressed interest in acquiring Towns, particularly if the Knicks struggle this season, as they are looking to bolster their roster with potential cap space and available All-Star talent going into next summer. How the Knicks proceed with Towns amid these difficulties could open a pathway for Golden State.

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By the Numbers

•Towns has contract negotiations stalling with the Knicks.
•The Warriors are monitoring the situation for a potential acquisition.
•New York has one season to extend Towns before his player option.
•A poor season for the Knicks may lead to Towns’ departure.
•Golden State aims to improve with significant cap space next summer.

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6:11 AMYahoo Sports — Karl-Anthony Towns Contract Drama Could Help Warriors Land Him

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News is emerging about potential contract disagreements between the New York Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns for the future. The Golden State Warriors and other teams will clearly have interest in Towns as one of the best centers in the NBA today. Towns has one guaranteed season left on his deal for this season and a […] The post Karl-Anthony Towns Contract Drama Could Help Warriors Land Him appeared first on HEAVY.
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