On March 8, Beijing time, a shocking news spread in the basketball world: Carl Anthony Towns, the star of the Timberwolves, suffered a serious injury with a torn meniscus in his left knee during the game and is currently out indefinitely. This news was first reported by well-known journalist Shams, which attracted widespread attention.
According to sources, Downs has been actively seeking a second opinion on a torn meniscus over the past 24 hours**. Meanwhile, another Whistle Maker has followed up with a report that it's unclear how long Downs will be sidelined. The Timberwolves and Towns themselves are fully evaluating the injury and considering whether immediate surgery or other measures are needed.
Towns' injury is undoubtedly a huge blow to the Timberwolves. As the leaders of the Western Conference, the Timberwolves have had a great season with a 43-19 record. Downs is a key player in the team, making 60 appearances this season and being named to the All-Star team. He averaged 22 per game1 point, 84 rebounds and 30 assists and a whopping 42 three-point shooting3%。His absence will undoubtedly seriously affect the strength and record of the Timberwolves.
It is worth mentioning that Downs suffered a torn right calf muscle injury last season and missed up to 52 games. Now, he has suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee, which is a huge test for him personally and for the team.
Right now, Towns and the Timberwolves are facing a tough choice. They need to have a thorough understanding of the injury before deciding whether to have surgery and what exactly is planned. This is undoubtedly a worrying moment for the fans.