The New York Knicks have a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. Their momentum can be attributed in part to Karl-Anthony Towns. He's been as consistent as they come, averaging 19.5 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists through the first two games.
So does it appear that KAT gets a bad wrap from his peers? Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green stood up for KAT per The Draymond Green Show. He blatantly called into question the criticism that KAT doesn't play with enough fight, despite his superb postseason play.
“A lot of guys in the league has had a problem with KAT because a lot of guys have felt like he don't play hard enough, he don't play tough enough, he don't play with the intensity that most people want to see,” Green said. “And I think in watching these playoffs, he's changed that entirely, and it's the key to why they're having the success that they've had.”
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KAT has been a catalyst for the Knicks throughout this postseason. Altogether, he is averaging 17.3 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 16 games. Additionally, he is shooting 57% from the field and 48.1% from the 3-point line. He's made a critical point to attack the paint and has been an effective playmaker, dishing out 90 assists.
KAT's efficiency is reflected in a +239 plus/minus, which ranks second only to Steph Curry's in 2017.
The Knicks and Spurs will play Game 3 at Madison Square Garden on Monday. New York has a chance to win their first NBA title since 1973.
The New York Knicks have a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. Their momentum can be attributed in part to Karl-Anthony Towns. He's been as consistent as they come, averaging 19. 5 points, 12. 5 rebounds, and 4. 0 assists through the first two games. So does it appear that KAT gets a bad wrap from his peers?