No D in KAT: "Knicks" Frustrated With Towns' Defense

Karl-Anthony Towns' Defense Reportedly Caused Frustration for Knicks Players, Coaches

"Too often, Towns executed incorrect coverages without communicating why he did it." After it became a theme, players worried Towns didn't grasp the importance of the matter.

"The ability to constructively critique became a point of emphasis."

The Knicks knew what they were getting when they acquired the five-time All-Star. Towns is one of the best shooting big men of all time, but his defense has long left something to be desired.

...His defending — or lack thereof — was among the talking points as the Knicks gave up 125 points in Game 6.