Knicks center

Karl-Anthony Towns

seemed to say, “I broke it” (X

video link

) After being struck on his left hand during Saturday’s game, he notes

Bridget Reilly from The New York Post

.

When speaking with journalists following the match, Towns chose not to provide further details about his injury. According to Reilly, despite staying on the court, Towns managed only a 5-for-18 shooting performance in their 22-point defeat against Boston.

It is what it is. All I want to do is contribute as much as possible,” Towns replied when questioned about his injured finger. “It is what it is. I’ll continue to find ways to get on the court without worrying.

Reilly points out that the response highlighted by the ABC broadcast occurred following Towns’ struggle.

Luke Kornet

For a rebound towards the end of the second quarter. Additionally, he winced after receiving a foul from an opponent during the third quarter.

Jrue Holiday

. Towns posted 21 points and 15 rebounds, but he went just 1-of-5 from three-point range and is shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc in the series.

Towns declined to disclose whether he had undergone an X-ray or any other examinations following the game, stating that he would “leave it up to the Knicks to provide those details.”

Coach Tom Thibodeau was also guarded about releasing information on Towns’ condition, according to

Brian Robb of MassLive

.

It’s playoff time,” Thibodeau stated. “Players will face hits, and they must push through these challenges. This is what we prepare for throughout the whole season. Nobody is ever completely healthy. It’s important to realize that you can still perform effectively even when not at your peak. The psychological resilience required during the playoffs is crucial.

Villages will get a single day of rest for their hands before the competition continues on Monday evening.



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