Karl-Anthony Towns will not participate in the upcoming game against the Orlando Magic due to soreness in his right knee, a significant absence for the New York Knicks as they face a struggling Magic squad. The Knicks had initially listed him as questionable following a tough loss to the Chicago Bulls, but ultimately opted to rest him for this matchup.

In his debut season with the Knicks, Towns has been a standout player, boasting averages of 25.3 points and 14 rebounds per game, establishing himself as a key asset for the team. In his absence, Jericho Sims is expected to take on the starting center role.

Meanwhile, the Magic are grappling with their own injury woes, missing key players including Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs, which puts them at a disadvantage as they hope to secure a win against the Knicks.