Karl-Anthony Towns On New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Embiid, Jordyn Woods
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
- NBA superstar Karl-Anthony Towns sits down with Shannon Sharpe at Club Shay Shay for an extensive and candid conversation. Karl-Anthony, also known as KAT, starts off by discussing his offseason activities and his claim to be the greatest shooting big man of all time, stating that he’s an even better shooter than Dirk Nowitzki or any other big man in NBA history. He dives into why he didn’t showcase his shooting abilities while playing at Kentucky under Coach John Calipari and talks about how both his and Anthony Davis’ games evolved after making it to the NBA. KAT also touches on the balance between team play at Kentucky and individual NBA aspirations.
KAT then reflects on Kentucky’s legendary 38-1 season, expressing the sting of their lone loss. He also delves into the Minnesota Timberwolves’ performance last season, offering an analysis of why they were eliminated by the Dallas Mavericks and how the team discovered its strengths by relying on veteran leadership and holding each other accountable. Shannon Sharpe presses KAT on his shooting struggles during that series, asking why he didn’t change his scoring strategy.
Karl-Anthony addresses criticisms about his work ethic, specifically responding to comments made by Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley, and Draymond Green, who have all questioned his practice regimen. KAT sets the record straight and also discusses his long-standing relationship with Kyrie Irving, tracing their bond back to their early days in New Jersey. KAT praises the skill and dominance of the Boston Celtics last season and explains how their championship was a long time coming.
KAT spends time talking about his Minnesota Timberwolves teammate Anthony Edwards, highlighting what makes Edwards special as a player and how their connection on the court is so strong. He explains why Anthony Edwards listens to him more than other people and discusses Edwards and other NBA stars' decision not to participate in the NBA Dunk Contest. KAT gets into the infamous rift between him and Jimmy Butler, explaining how the experience helped him grow as both a teammate and a leader.
As he does on the court, KAT doesn’t shy away from discussing his heated rivalry with Joel Embiid and the scuffle they had, including how he felt when he went up against Embiid, Ben Simmons, and seemingly the entire city of Philadelphia. He elaborates on his mindset when facing off against top-tier NBA talent like Nikola Jokic and other elite players in the league, and discusses his friendly rivalry with Anthony Davis, reflecting on the similar paths their basketball careers have taken.
KAT also talks about his financial strategy, revealing that he takes business inspiration from notable figures like Magic Johnson, 50 Cent, Alex Rodriguez, and Floyd Mayweather. Shannon asks KAT whether he grew up a Knicks fan or a Nets fan, and while he rooted for both teams for different reasons, he favored the Knicks more. KAT goes on to share stories about growing up tall, playing soccer as a kid, and improving his coordination through sports.
The episode wraps up with KAT reflecting on his decision to go to Kentucky, and his thoughts on the all-time best Kentucky, Duke & North Carolina teams. He also weighs in on the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake beef & picks his all-time Kentucky starting five. Finally, KAT gives his thoughts on the upcoming NBA season, his goals & his excitement about what lies ahead for him in the NBA
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You can tell this kid was raised the right way....Shot out to KAT...RIP Momma Towns
💯
KAT is hated because he isn’t a hoodbooger.
Shannon Leaving Skip was the best thing to happen to him. He took advantage of his opportunity and never looked back 🎉
He's been doing this podcast before he left
Michelleeee
I loved and miss how he picked apart Skips arguments though
We get it
@@wadecountybabethank you that Katy williams interview is the reason he took off this crazy and even if he worked with skip he would’ve done that interview
I loved this interview and how he spoke so highly of his mom. May she rest in peace knowing that she raised a beautiful son.
Karl is the epitome of class, grace, humility, and strength! Wise for his age, humble, poised, and evolving! Blessed man!
Cant lie, i respect this man more after this interview. These interviews seem to give me a better opion on ppl. Thanks Shannon 💪🏾
Yes
Facts
That happens with me about 90% of the time. I end up liking the person better. And then the other 10% I end up liking the person less.
The West got worse and the East got WAY better w/ KAT
Unc we need Drose on Club Shay Shay🙏
👀
Word
That would be amazing!
You trying to make all the viewers cry
Truer words have never been spoken
This interview showed me how genuine this guy is. Respect him even more. Great interview Shannon
He talks sooooo gracefully about his mom I can tell she was someone special someone he needed may god bless this young man 🙏🙏🙏🙏‼️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️& rest in peace to his mom 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️
Gramps just discovered emotes 😂
@@taahasiddiqui1071 get a clue,
emojis show up in DOUBLES
dont nobody bother to delete the excess
This guy don’t seem to have a jealous bone in his body. He spoke so highly of everyone. What a genuinely nice person. I’d love to seem him coach youth because I feel he could set them on the right path and teach life skills that will take them beyond basketball. He’s a great interview.
This is why he is hated in this generation
He's a lil awkward, dorky, goofy, geeky, not as smooth as some guys, but he's a real one, a real nice & generous dude from everything I've heard and read. NY got not only a great player, but a great addition to its community
He’s also still young he boutta be 29
@@JIGGALANSKY good looks bro i turn 29 this month and i thougth i was getting old!
He got some suspect mannerisms 🎉. Dude seem a bit sweet. My city will eat him up for breakfast. He better bring it every game for all 48 minutes. Or else he’ll get ran outta town quicker than KD
Strange comment 😂
@@jaymack9442i think NY will make him a dawg lol. That crowd goes nuts for hustle plays; once he does that a few times that positive feedback from the crowd will make him want play with more grit.
KAT sounds like a good man. Character is so important. Welcome to NY
He sound soft asf. We gone eat him alive if he don’t play the way he supposed to for us. Kat better turn into a dawg if he knows what’s best for him
He's from the East Coast, NJ to be exact. So I'm sure he'll fit right in on day 1
NY players said they hated working there cause their fans always root for opposing teams. Kat just happy being there means he appreciate what he got. gonna be fun to watch this team this season
He definitely sound like a good dude, he’s so articulate and knows exactly what to say. Conversation rules the nation and this boy Kat can talk
I have a feeling he’s going to be one of the great Knicks in history.
Let’s go for the chip. 💪
Lord please cover this young man as he continue to grow and elevate his game in this league. We are rooting for you KAT!
💯💯
Signed, A Knicks fan lol
Deadass he's been through enough
🗽🗽🗽
Was going to watch, intro put me off😢
As a Wolves fan this interview hurt but at the same time brought a lot of happiness knowing Kats going to his childhood team and a team that had so much influence on him throughout his life, best of luck to the best shooting big to exist🙌🏻
Classy bro. I think Randle and Dante will be huge for Minny
Dirk is the best
Bruh we don’t want him. Yall got DD and Randle. Big pick up!
@@stacksondeck515YOU don’t want him now, but you will change your mind after awhile
@@stacksondeck515 oh trust man never said I ain’t happy bout the trade, Kats just my childhood and the player every Minnesotan looked to for a decade. You can not like him but once he drops his first 60 burger for y’all your mind gon change real quick trust🙌🏻
I didn't expect to like this episode so much. I didn't know he had this much depth, wisdom and confidence
Shout out to KAT. The last moments of this interview where he spoke of his mother really touched me. I have a newfound respect for the young man and wish him the best fareal. I think it’s safe to say mom is proud of you Karl! Keep going!
Unc move quick
unc got some pull
This was recorded before the trade I believe. I remember unc saying something like he wished it was a few days later lol
Hahahha love it
Yeah most of his interviews be recorded before
Legend
"When you study greatness, you try to implement it into your game". KAT is an amazing athlete and role model. RIP mom your son continues to make you proud.
Kat is a special dude. Wolves fans will always bring love for Kat!! We rooting for your success brother! ❤
Idk what award you get for being a great interviewer but Unc should definitely be in the running 🏆
Big ups to Jersey and especially everyone from our hometown of Piscataway, thanks for the shout out KAT. 💪🏾
I never thought in my lifetime to see Knicks looking this good..
What about when they had a amare jr smith j Lin and shrumpet
@@Zblockbullieznah this team so much better. Brunson, bridges, OG, Hart, KAT is a crazy lineup. it’s built to beat the Celtics and I’m a bulls fan saying this.
@@Zblockbulliezthis team is levels about that team with all due respect
@@Zblockbulliezteam was solid team but not ready for them
@@Zblockbulliez they had one decent playoff run and that’s it
We are very proud of KAT here in the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
He a Latino?
hes achieved nothing noteworthy
Neither has your mother@@MoMoHa-o5m
@@MoMoHa-o5m Are you serious?
@@terrencetaylor8196 very. if he retired rn her be remembered for nothing... like you
Watched the whole conversation within 3 hours, just wow... even though this was before the trade it feels like this was the best closure we can get in Towns' farewell from Minnesota. He's going to the team he was always a fan of and I know that true Timberwolves fans will keep supporting him wherever he plays. Knicks vs Wolves NBA Finals incoming! 🐺💯
Wow I’ve seen KAT in other podcasts like the PG one but never seen him so thoughtful and articulate. Shout out to my Dominican brother 🇩🇴 🙏🏽
Can't help but thinking about your mom whenever I see you on the court kat. I admire your positivity and the way you have continued to live you life in her honor is very upstanding. Much love and thank you for repping for the latinos in the NBA! 🙏✊
Ant and KAT had a genuine bond. Gonna miss these two on the same team, but the more I think about this trade and let it process, the more I see this was a good trade. Good luck in New York KAT. Go Wolves!!
That’s cause Kat a LGTV😂 if uk uk
Well said. GL big KAT
Now I have to start watching the Nicks.
Not a dan of either teams but the twolves lost this trade. Ant and KAT should have been off limits
@@MeBihhhh I agree. we wolves fans are no strangers to bone headed moves. I know this was strictly a business move
Unc is a Phenomenal interviewer. A true master of human interaction Respect
😂😂😂
*Gawk gawk* “thats my aucupomeliora, keep sucking it baby”
True but Kat carried too, just flowed
@@erniejohnson677All the way to the bank
@@jaygiant10Kat can actually hold down a conversation, so you’re definitely right
Kat is such a great human being and his mother raised such a great guy. Made me cry hearing him talk about his mom. Definitely going to miss you big KAT. Just know Minnesota is always a home for you ❤️❤️💙💚
What a human and he was able to continue the dream after 7 family members died during COVID
@@Thefairwaysgolfreal note that’s an insane amount of deaths to deal with over such a short span of time. I can’t imagine how difficult it is to just go about ur day to day life with that on ur mind
@@Frank-nz1writs not how u think it would be, you mainly use it as motivation and think about the great times you’ve had with them but on the other hand when it’s just u by urself u will reminisce and get sad but you over power the sadness by wanting to be great for them
@@mosthated6465no that’s how YOU deal with it.. you can’t speak for everybody, nobody experiences anything the same simple logic would tell you that
@@shawnjhuuhurdd u good? Someone hurt tf outta u💀
Shannon…. This is truly your gift. I love your podcast
The interview I didn't know I needed❤
Some of yall don’t realize this was before the trade
Well to be fair to people, the caption is absolute click bait…
@@kyedouglas482 definitely got me to click
@@kyedouglas482Shannon said it on nightcap that it was before the trade but I know everybody don’t watch nightcap
@@antonio-gu8ui oh mate I 100% know it was before the trade, it’s just click bait to add in knicks talk in the title then isn’t it?
@@kyedouglas482not necessarily since they did actually talk about the Knicks
Shannon a GREAT interviewer!!!! BEST intro man. Does his research. Makes these analist seem like a second tier. Plus has the accolades to be respectable with his own personal view on life itself. Love this man! Protect Shay Shay!
I'm loving this interview. Pure sports talk. Really appreciate it as a former QB, Pitcher and - right now - as a Knicks fan. Shannon and KAT are awesome just kickin' it.
Kat is a special man, i loved his answers and diplomacy. I have followed him for 5 years and watching this and his loyalty to the wolves breaks my heart! They did him dirty.... but maybe he needed a change so he can get that rookie spark back.
Shannon you are a talented interviewer, who would have thought it!? Brilliant show.
Goodluck Kat with the knicks, i now have 2 teams to follow.
This literally became one of my favorite pods after KAT Williams, now he got my JERSEY KAT up here… love it and let’s go KNICKS TF U MEAN!!! ❤😊
KAT got a nice skill of not answering the questions but saying enough to get by😂😂😂😂
He would make a good politician
Drake taught him well.
Media trained
@@diegochristmon4377 I get that.but why do an interview and say absolutely nothing? People that hate KAT probably hate him more after this 😂
@@nakho3550 😂
I wish this took place AFTER the trade
It Did. They Traded him and now this out smh
@@KevinOrtiz-ul9thhe speaking as if he still on the wolves so yea this came out before the trade
Its live guy@supremedahitta4660
Why ask about Thibs? 🤔
This is live now. So it is after the trade.
Kats got good character and he’s humble 🔥👏
@@jashanbrar8668 means nothing on the court. he's inconsistent
"If i did, i did well"!!👀 ...like that he knew NBA history. Much respect for being a God-fearing man. Cool interview. Something tells me he's going to bring a championship to New York City.💯respect
All im gon say is KAT is a very positive and cool dude. Definitely a fan.
That boy Shannon be workin🦾nd Kat Finna drop some gems in this interview🙏🏿
Unc really having a mvp year
Ooooo can't wait for him to show that love for NEW YORK and THE KNICKS ❤
As a life long Knick fan I'm excited to see what your addition brings to the team Kat.
With Mitch having his injuries its been rough in the big man department. Counting on you to help JB and the crew bring the Championship 🏆 home to NYC💪🏾💪🏾
Welcome home Karl!The things gonna be pretty interesting with Jalen,my boy Mikal and KAT!Can't wait for the start of the season!🗽Go Knicks Go! Salute from Greece.🇬🇷
He bout to bring some good energy to the Knicks💯
They already have it but he will coming home to it this time just like his mom would Want
I know my dude Ant-Man in his feelings about Kat. Keep going Unc with the interviews, pure genius
🐜Man going to show the World this year there is no “may” be the face of the league about it.
Doubt it.. Kat stunk it up in the playoffs
@@s6xtrillion1no he didn’t it was Mainly in the Dallas’s series in the conference finals although scoring he did okay in Dallas series he’s percentages from the floor wasn’t good
I was thinking the opposite. Kat got butt hurt it became ants team and requested a trade
Shannon is an excellent interviewer. What a joy it is to watch these talks and take a page from his book as an interviewer myself.
Everyone was feeling a lil funny about the trade when it initially happened but every minute that goes especially after this interview I'm loving him being on The Knicks more and more..
Big Dirk Fan from Germany. Karl is now officially adopted. Go Knicks! 😀
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Nah fr
When he said Bron was his goat unc had to nod his head on that one 😂😂😂
LETS GO KNICKSS🧡💙
Wolves fan imo miss kat ikno they traded him cuz of his contract or he would’ve never left
This interview really made me like KARL a lot more
Great interviews. WHERE MY KNICKS FANS AT? 👇🏼
🙋🏽♀️🙋🏽♀️🙋🏽♀️, this our year 🏆🧡💙🧡💙
Ayyyyy
LGK 🔶🔷
@@2KnicksChicks big facts!! We built to compete for the next 4/5 years.
@@PatriotsAndTruth In Philly Selling New York Pizza
NEW YORK BASKETBALL BABY.... WELCOME HOME KAT 🔥🔥🔥👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🍿🍿
He’s from NY?
@@kicksbydre He’s from Edison NJ which means he’s basically from NY. If you from the North East of Jersey your basically from the Boroughs.
@@neiko9251 Preach!!!
I like kat. I never heard him do an interview. He's practical
GREAT WAY TO TITLE THIS VIDEO…MAKES PPL STILL TUNE IN….NOT KNOWING THIS INTERVIEW IS BEFORE THE TRADE 💯😂😂
KAT seems like a real good and humble dude.
He would be great on television post basketball with that great personality.
He's at my Knocks now. I'm a fan.
Coach Calipari should definitely be a future guest before the start of the season. Another Awesome show UNC! Much love to you and your team.
“You talkin bout two different sportsss” 💅🏻 😂
😂😂😂
You get no thumbs up from me cause you didn't put a time stamp....
Same ones always got something to say about bro can’t even be in the same room with his girl.
Lmaoooooo
@@jaygiant10facts 😂
This is why club shay shay should be live streamed. Best podcast just missing that last recipe to demolish the competition
Yeah alot of other podcasters are really jealous of his success especially when he made a lot of money off the Katt Williams interview. He deserves a bigger platform
Timberwolves fan here, fascinating trade, my buddy thinks it could work for the Knicks, I think it's an amazing trade for the Timberwolves, we will miss Towns, but I think that if he had stayed with the wolves, we still would have won the chip, I think the trade is going to position us even better now, best of luck to him with the Knicks, I look forward to seeing him start with the Knicks and I'll root for the Knicks this next year too!!
After watching this as a knicks fan who was upset about this trade, i like this young man, cant wait to see what we can do
On a normal day he's good but on a good day he's phenomenal!
NBA superstar Karl-Anthony Towns: better human being.
This guy seems very intelligent and likeable. Why do so many people try to trash his image? People are weird. LET'S GO KNICKS!!
becuase people are followers and the internet is a weird place and not real
Because Jimmmy called him soft and they ran with it.
They trash him because he seems to lack any intensity, doesn't use his size, takes terrible fouls, and disappears in the playoffs .
Kat is a 💎!!! He will shut the doubters down very early in the season. 🔸🔹🔸🔹🔸🔹
They think he’s soft.
Always loved KAT, even when ppl trash em. Good dude, we he said he was crazy disappointed in not bringing ky a title. Looked still sad about it. I immediately knew he will always bleed blue 💙 Good luck KAT!
Great interview. I appreciate Kat being so open! You’re a good dude Kat, you deserve all the love!
I’m a fan of KAT and how he’s rebounded these last few years after 2020. Real one.
More mature than what I was led to believe by the peanut gallery. Go Knicks!
KAT says the right things. Actions speak louder than words tho
Kat is a special man ❤
@@nydibsthey do. And look at EVERYTHING this man did for his community and his team. He's a class act.
Wish you the best homie in NYC and Madison Square Garden!!! Anticipate the moment and do you Big KaT!! Always a fan of your game and character!! Always love from the Sota!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
Another amazing interview coming to Club Shay Shay...Looking forward for it
That “okaaay OKAAAY” at the beginning of the interview killed me 😂
My favorite big man since his rookie year
Mine too
I like the way that he is so complimentary and positive about the coaches and the players.
I love this kid! He's smart, charismatic, mature, Amazing!!!!
I Love that Kat gives God the Credit this brother is special
Proud of the greatest shooting big of all time, Minnesota's Karl Anthony Towns
Perfect timing with this interview and the KAT trade to the New York Knicks. Hoping the very best for KAT while he's a Knick.
Very smart and vibrant young man!
The Knicks officially have a new superstar 🙌🏿🙌🏿
KAT seems like a young man with his head on straight, especially after dealing with his mother’s loss and I totally understand that. Great interview!
“ it’s 2 different Sporttssssss💅🏽” man you gotta love Kat for who he his
Nice interview… I always like kat & this brought a lot of insight to his character… kat seem very cool, humble, and intelligent 💪
Unk had the inside scoop like WOJ for this interview to happen this fast🤣🔥.
This interview is old. Before the trade.
@@El_Chunchostating the obvious after an hour in lol. It was click bait
This is still good timing even if it was before. He’s getting Shay Shay fans, Knicks fans, wolves fans, nba fans and fandoms
A Dominican in NY....💪🔥
@@lexjim9949 theres thousands of em, tf lol
A white guy in Vermont 💪🔥
@@MoMoHa-o5mMillions
If you think I’m going to sit here and watch the whole hour and 53 minutes, you’re absolutely right!
Very grounded, self-aware young man to be as talented as he is.
Future looks bright for the Big K.A.T...
So much more of luv and admiration for Karl...what a heart of gold! Much respect and condolences KAT regarding the passing of your loved ones! Great Job once again Shay-Shay (Legend) you're the best my Brethren!
He's perfect for todays NYC, you will be able to find him in the village alot.
You are so wrong for that 😂😂😂
This mf gonna be in Williamsburg or Bushwick heavy when he should be in the Heights
I’m crying
He’s Dominican… he’s gona be in the heights
Great conversation fellas. Very positive and inspiring. We need this. Salute
Keep winning
The team deserves a raise this is toooo relevant
KAT a real one - as a knicks supporter this was a dope watch
I like how he respects Dirk but is confident in himself
This kid though... I'm impressed with Karl Anthony Towns Welcome to New York my yute, Kid out of Jersey LOVING this!!
He got that jacket from melos 03 vintage collection
Absolutely timeless
I love KAT. Yes, he is a man of great character and great teammate. Minnesota will miss him
A Busta Rhymes interview from Shay Shay would be 🔥
Man Busta ain’t got nothing going on that we want to know about💀😂 You must be old af
The timing of this is IMPECCABLE
Thank you Kat. We Minnesota will miss you
Man what humble comments from Kat on Dirk. That’s the right attitude every athlete should have.