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Karl-Anthony Towns records highest plus-minus in 2026 NBA playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:04 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Karl-Anthony Towns records highest plus-minus in 2026 NBA playoffs

Summary

Karl-Anthony Towns achieved a historic plus-minus of +258 during the 2026 NBA postseason, leading the Knicks to their first title in 53 years. The team posted a playoff record of 16-3, sweeping Philadelphia and Cleveland before defeating San Antonio in the Finals. Towns' contributions were pivotal for New York, enhancing both spacing and rebounding, essential to the Knicks' offensive structure. Despite his significant impact, Jalen Brunson earned the Finals MVP award. Towns' record cements his reputation during a dominating championship run for the Knicks.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks win their first championship in 53 years
•Towns finishes postseason with a plus-minus of +258
•New York goes 16-3 in the playoffs
•Brunson named Finals MVP
•Knicks sweep Philadelphia and Cleveland in playoffs

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1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Karl-Anthony Towns crosses Steph Curry, LeBron James for dominant postseason record in title run

What they're saying

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Karl-Anthony Towns’ title run with the Knicks now has a historic number attached to it, one that captures how dominant New York became with him on the floor. The Knicks did not just win the 2026 championship.
— Yahoo Sports

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