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Knicks can use Karl-Anthony Towns to stretch Cleveland

Karl-Anthony Towns gives the Knicks spacing and rebounding options as they face the Cavaliers in an East finals rematch.

By Alexander Wilson · Empire Sports Media

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:55 PM

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Alexander Wilson argues Karl-Anthony Towns can stretch Cleveland's defense without needing to dominate the ball.
Towns pulling big defenders out of the paint can create valuable driving space for Jalen Brunson.
Towns recorded 17 points and 12 rebounds in the Knicks' 135-105 win over Chicago.

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Alexander Wilson argues that the New York Knicks can use Karl-Anthony Towns' shooting to stretch the Cleveland Cavaliers' defense during their upcoming matchup. Towns' ability to pull frontcourt defenders out of the lane would create crucial driving space for guard Jalen Brunson.

Wilson notes that Towns recently posted 17 points and 12 rebounds in New York's 135-105 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Wilson suggests utilizing Towns in early screening and pick-and-pop actions while balancing offensive spacing with physical rebounding against Cleveland's Evan Mobley.

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