They say that it takes two to tango. In the case of the Minnesota Timberwolves and the New York Knicks deal to send Karl Anthony-Towns to the Big Apple, a third

New York agreed to a deal to acquire the four-time Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star late last week, just days ahead of training camp.

The Knicks took advantage of the Timberwolves’ desire to avoid the second apron and acquired perennial All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a first-round pick in a deal that’s done but not yet official.

The Knicks express excitement at the addition of Towns, which remains unofficial, while lamenting the departures of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo.

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The person requested anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly until the trade is official. The Knicks plan to send Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round pick to the Timberwolves as part of the blockbuster trade just as training camps are getting ready to open for most teams.

As part of the Karl-Anthony Towns for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo trade, the Charlotte Hornets are receiving a handful of players and picks. Per