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Karl-Anthony Towns’ contract negotiations continue to dominate Knicks headlines, with reports indicating a $200 million offer falls short of his max deal and fueling trade speculation. Preseason is also on the horizon, with the Knicks set to face the Wizards. Other news includes calls for more playing time for Mohamed Diawara and coach Mike Brown challenging bench players.
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Just outside the window — 12 items published before this window
- “Jalen Duren just signed for $200M” - Joe Johnson tells Karl-Anthony Towns not to let the Knicks lowball him
- Mikal Bridges, Jordan Clarkson talk Knicks' title defense preparations
- Knicks coach Mike Brown on his team staying on top and fighting for minutes
- Stephen A. Smith blasts Knicks’ James Dolan over Karl-Anthony Towns drama
- Knicks report about Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart and Miles McBride is far from ideal
- Karl-Anthony Towns' old comments about pay cut resurface amid Knicks contract drama:
- NBA Insider Explains Karl-Anthony Towns’ Best Move as Knicks Contract Divide Comes Down to $180 Million
- NBA Trade Rumors: KAT vs. Knicks, Lakers Decision & Warriors Trade Option
- Celtics Trade Proposal Involves Karl-Anthony Towns Amid Knicks Contract Issues
- Stephen A. Smith Slams James Dolan Over Knicks Expecting $77 Million Discount From Karl-Anthony Towns
- Lakers Could Poach Knicks’ Key $33M Starter Amid Major 2nd Apron Concerns
- Jalen Brunson Stays Optimistic After Knicks’ Preseason Loss to 76ers