Despite a successful first season in New York, some analysts and pundits feel that Towns still has more to prove. ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins said that Towns could be facing even more pressure next season given the team’s status as a championship contender.

Karl-Anthony Towns has become one of the best offensive centers in the NBA since he was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2015 draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Towns led a strong class that included future stars such as D’Angelo Russell, Kristaps Porzingis, Myles Turner and Devin Booker.

Karl-Anthony Towns is entering his second season with the New York Knicks. He’sexpected to shoulder a major role within Mike Brown’s offensive and defensivesystem.Towns enjoyed a strong debut year with New York.