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Knicks All-Star Undergoing Major Body Transformation in Anticipation of New Role

Knicks All-Star Undergoing Major Body Transformation in Anticipation of New Role

Summary

New York Knicks player Karl-Anthony Towns is making changes to his body to play a different position in the upcoming season. The Knicks have a new coach, Mike Brown, who plans to adjust the team's strategy, and the team has signed new players to improve their lineup.

Key Facts

  • The Knicks have a new head coach, Mike Brown, taking over from Tom Thibodeau.
  • Coach Brown plans to focus on ball-sharing and switching in offensive strategies.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns, a Knicks All-Star, lost weight to play more as a power forward.
  • The Knicks have signed Guerschon Yabusele and Jordan Clarkson to strengthen the team.
  • Mitchell Robinson's health allows the Knicks to consider adjusting Towns' position.
  • The Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers have key players who will miss the season.
  • Towns was successful as a power forward in Minnesota, helping them reach the Western Conference Finals.

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