NBA Trade Rumors: 3 Reasons New York Knicks won the KAT blockbuster trade

NBA Trade Rumors: Exploring three reasons why the New York Knicks won the Karl-Anthony Towns blockbuster trade.

In a move that practically came out of nowhere, the New York Knicks have agreed to acquire Karl-Anthony Towns from the Minnesota Timberwolves. It's a move that likely came together quickly and one that could play a huge hand in how this season ends for both the Knicks and Timberwolves. The deal is not official yet as the two sides are still finalizing the details but the deal is centered around the Knicks trading Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a future first-round pick for KAT.

A third or fourth team could get involved as the details get finalized but that's the heart of the blockbuster deal.

A fresh start for Karl-Anthony Towns

There is an argument to be made that this deal certainly helps both the Knicks and Timberwolves. However, I can't help but wonder if this could end up being a lifeline for KAT. A player who has been under constant scrutiny during his first few years in Minnesota, this is a move that could end up giving him the fresh start that he may need at this point in his career.

Assuming it's not going to fall through, let's explore three reasons why the Knicks clearly won the trade.