Karl-Anthony Towns ‘Abu Dhabi Games’ New York Knicks 2025-2026- Game Worn Icon Edition Jersey | Matched to 2 Games

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This neutral ‘Icon Edition’ jersey was worn by Karl-Anthony Towns during the 2025 NBA Abu Dhabi Games, when the New York Knicks played the Philadelphia 76ers. 

On October 2, 2025, Towns finished with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal. The Knicks beat the 76ers, 99-84.

On October 4, 2025, Towns finished with 6 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist. The Knicks beat the 76ers, 113-104. The back of the jersey will include a special edition ‘NBA Global Games’ patch with the United Arab Emirates flag colors.

Going Deeper - Karl-Anthony Towns

After being selected with the first overall pick of the 2015 NBA Draft, Karl Anthony Towns (“KAT”) has steadily worked his way up the ranks in the NBA to become one of the most well-known faces in the franchise. In his rookie season, Towns wasted no time establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with, averaging an impressive 18.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, earning him the well-deserved title of Rookie of the Year. Towns' trajectory of success continued as he was named to the league's 2018 All-NBA Team, showcasing his skills with averages of 21.3 points, 12.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game, while shooting an impressive 42.1 percent from beyond the arc. This stellar performance earned him a well-deserved spot on the All-Star team for the first time. 

At the time of cataloging, Towns has career averages of 23.1 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game and is the Timberwolves' all-time leading 3-point scorer. Towns is a 5-time NBA All-Star and a 3-time member of the All-NBA 3rd Team.

Towns joined the young, talented New York Knicks in the 2024 offseason. Towns, alongside All-NBA guard Jalen Brunson, helped lead the Knicks to their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years.

Heading into the 2025-26 season, Towns’ role will be as a two-way scoring pivot who provides inside dominance, spacing with his three-point ability, and rebounding. He’ll be expected to carry much of the interior responsibility defensively (rim protection may still be a limit), while also being one of the team’s primary offensive options, especially in crucial moments. His health and consistency will be key, given that his contributions were hugely important in New York’s deep playoff push.

Abu Dhabi Games

The 2025 NBA Abu Dhabi Games kick off a series of preseason NBA Global Games, with teams traveling to Canada and Macau in addition to Abu Dhabi. This season marks the fourth consecutive year the league has visited Abu Dhabi, where basketball continues to deepen its impact and strong relationship with the region. Recently, Team USA played two exhibition games in the UAE before going on to win a fifth straight Olympic gold medal in Paris. In 2023, Team USA also held an exhibition in Abu Dhabi ahead of the FIBA World Cup. 

Interest in the NBA abroad has never been higher. The league’s increased focus on basketball’s global development has paid dividends—the last seven NBA MVP awards have been won by international players. With many of the league’s new stars hailing from outside the United States, the NBA has steadily expanded its global presence, staging more games overseas each year. Upcoming stops include Mexico City in November 2025, followed by London and Berlin in January 2026.

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