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Karl-Anthony Towns ‘very disappointed’ Knicks shut down contract talks: ‘News to me’

He didn’t sugarcoat his emotions.

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 11:22 PM
Karl-Anthony Towns ‘very disappointed’ Knicks shut down contract talks: ‘News to me’
Key Things to Know
  • Karl-Anthony Towns voiced disappointment after the Knicks halted all contract extension negotiations until later this season.
  • The Knicks reportedly offered Towns a four-year deal worth around $200 million, which he viewed as too steep a discount.
  • Towns must decline his $61 million player option for 2027-28 by October 19 to remain eligible for an in-season extension.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Karl-Anthony Towns expressed that he is very disappointed after the New York Knicks abruptly paused contract extension talks until later in the season. The decision came after the franchise previously offered Towns a four-year deal worth approximately $200 million, which falls significantly below his maximum potential salary.

Towns has an October 19 deadline to decline his $61 million player option for 2027-28 to remain extension-eligible during the season. Despite the stalled negotiations, Towns reiterated his primary commitment remains helping New York defend its championship.

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