Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns suffers wrist injury, returns to game

During the first quarter of Wednesday night's game against the Chicago Bulls, Karl-Anthony Towns of the New York Knicks sustained a wrist injury after a collision. He left the court in significant pain and went to the locker room for evaluation. Towns returned later in the first quarter with his wrist taped, easing immediate fears of a more serious injury. His performance is crucial for the Knicks, as he has averaged 21.0 points and 12.0 rebounds per game this season. The team's management will monitor his condition closely following the game.

• 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — Scary injury sends Knicks Karl-Anthony Towns to ground in pain & then to locker room