Knicks seeking discount from Karl-Anthony Towns on max contract offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 8:19 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The New York Knicks are negotiating with Karl-Anthony Towns regarding his contract. Reports indicate the Knicks are asking Towns to take a discount from the maximum contract, with an offer starting in the $45 million-plus range. The Knicks' current salary situation, including proximity to the second apron and Jalen Brunson's forthcoming extension eligibility, may influence this request. The outcome of these negotiations and Towns' willingness to accept a lower offer remains uncertain.
- •Knicks propose a max contract discount to Karl-Anthony Towns.
- •Towns' potential deal starts at over $45 million.
- •Negotiations influenced by Knicks' salary cap situation.
- •Jalen Brunson eligible for big extension next year.
- •Unclear if Towns will accept the lower offer.
- 8:19 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks asking Karl-Anthony Towns to take a discount from max, offering deal starting in the $45 million-plus range
"Knicks asking Karl-Anthony Towns to take a discount from max, offering deal starting in the $45 million-plus range
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