Uncertainty has swirled around New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns ever since he failed to reach a contract extension this offseason. With two years left on his four-year, $220.4 million deal, including a player option for 2027-28, trade rumors naturally followed. But Towns has now pushed back against all that speculation, delivering a clear message that aims to put the rumors to rest.

“Hell yeah. I want to stay here. I obviously get a chance to be home, see my family. It means more than the money,” Towns said when asked about his contract situation with the organization. “So just to be able to be here with the fans, be with the family. It means a lot. I would like it to continue.”

The New Jersey native was eligible for a two-year, $150 million extension before the October 20th dea

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