Karl-Anthony Towns sends clear message about Victor Wembanyama

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June 17, 2026

On June 17, 2026

The New York Knicks took down the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals, securing the franchise’s first NBA title since 1973.

The Knicks closed out the series on the Spurs’ home court, notching a 94-90 win in Game 5. Finals MVP Jalen Brunson led the way, scoring a series-high 45 points in the win.

New York center Karl-Anthony Towns didn’t have his best game, scoring just two points before fouling out in the fourth quarter. However, his play against Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama throughout the championship series was integral to the Knicks’ success.

During an appearance on the “TODAY” show, Towns was asked about Wembanyama — particularly the growing perception of him as an NBA villain.

Towns brushed off this narrative, instead focusing on the good Wembanyama brings to the league.

“He’s a great player. He’s a once-in-a-generation player. Someone that the league is honored to have,” Towns said. “To be able to see that kind of size and skill, it’s something that we haven’t been able to see in the game of basketball before.”