Karl-Anthony Towns explains Knicks fandom, despite growing up near Nets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns, who grew up in New Jersey, discusses his loyalty to the Knicks over the Brooklyn Nets. Towns recalls attending Nets games as a child but attributes his Knicks fandom to family ties and the significance of Madison Square Garden. Currently, the Knicks are competing against the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals, while Towns reflects on his childhood experiences. There has been little trade speculation connecting Towns with the Nets, despite his history watching their games.
- •Towns grew up in Edison, New Jersey.
- •He discusses his Knicks fandom despite watching Nets games.
- •The Knicks are currently facing the Spurs in the NBA Finals.
- •Family connections played a role in his loyalty to the Knicks.
- •Towns was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns explains not being a Nets fan growing up
"The Brooklyn Nets have built up a solid fanbase since moving to Brooklyn, but New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns talks being a Knicks fan.
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