Karl-Anthony Towns says he is “very disappointed” after the New York Knicks shut down contract talks, adding that it was “news to me.” Across reports, Towns’ remarks reflect frustration and suggest communication between the sides has broken down.

The outlets describe the same core development: the Knicks reportedly move away from continuing negotiations, while Towns reacts publicly about the situation. Yardbarker frames the exchange as a continuation of a deteriorating relationship between Towns and the Knicks. The New York Post and Yahoo Sports emphasize Towns’ blunt tone and his surprise at the decision, underscoring that he did not expect talks to end when they did.

While the specific details of the contract discussions are not fully laid out in the provided coverage, all accounts agree on Towns’ disappointment and the Knicks’ decision to halt the talks.