Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns Suffers Injury in Collision Incident
In a recent NBA game at Madison Square Garden, New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns was injured during a collision with Denver Nuggets player Spencer Jones. The incident occurred late in the first quarter and resulted in a substantial cut around Towns’ right eye.
Details of the Collision Incident
The collision took place as Towns drove towards the basket. He unintentionally knocked heads with Jones, which led to a deep gash above his eye. Blood quickly covered his jersey, but Towns managed to make both free throws before being substituted out for Mitchell Robinson.
After making his free throws, Towns was escorted to the locker room for treatment and to change into a clean jersey. Although he did not return immediately, he was seen back on the court before the end of the second quarter. This time, he sported new bandages and a fresh jersey, with no visible bloodstains.
Impact on the Game
The injury to Towns raised concerns about his condition. The Nuggets also reported that Spencer Jones was affected by the same collision, being listed as questionable to return due to a head contusion.
- Players Involved: Karl-Anthony Towns, Spencer Jones
- Incident: Collision leading to injury
- Date: Recent game at Madison Square Garden
This incident highlights the physical nature of NBA games and the potential for injuries even during routine plays.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on the players’ conditions and how this may affect their respective teams moving forward.
