Timberwolves Injuries

Timberwolves Injury Report: Towns to Undergo Knee Surgery

Latest Update: April 10, 2024

Towns Out for Playoff Opener

The Minnesota Timberwolves have confirmed that star center Karl-Anthony Towns will miss the start of the playoffs after undergoing knee surgery on March 7, 2024. According to the team's announcement, Towns will have a procedure to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee. The surgery was deemed successful, and Towns is expected to recover in time for the latter stages of the playoffs.

Towns' injury is a major setback for the Timberwolves, who are hoping to make a deep playoff run this season. The three-time All-Star is averaging 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game, and his absence will create a significant void in the team's starting lineup.

With Towns sidelined, the Timberwolves will likely turn to Rudy Gobert, acquired via trade earlier this season, to fill the void at center. Gobert is a three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and will be expected to anchor the team's defense, while also providing a scoring threat in the post.

The Timberwolves will provide further updates on Towns' recovery as they become available. However, the team is optimistic that he will be able to return to action before the end of the playoffs and help the team make a strong push for the NBA championship.