Karl-Anthony Towns

Given his role in a series that featured back-to-back 20-point comebacks, 2-0 leads for the underdogs, and the defending champions pushed to the edge, Karl-Anthony Towns found no problem introducing Boston to one more act of brilliance they simply couldn’t see coming. A steady source of offense during a relatively low-scoring night, Towns establishes camp on the left block, leaving green jerseys both floored and airborne during his search for a wide-open teammate. Eventually opting for something rare and creative, Towns catches Luke Kornet unfocused, swinging a pass behind his torso that positions a teammate for a wide-open at-the-rim finish. In what ultimately became a one-point win, every basket proved crucial, and Towns provided plenty during a 21-point showcase (on 9-of-16 shooting), alongside 17 rebounds, one assist, and one block. Towns’ contributions to May 7, 2025’s win over the Boston Celtics left New York squarely positioned to earn an Eastern Conference Finals berth for the first time since 2000 just nine days later.