Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks' center, is thrilled to play on Christmas Day this year at Madison Square Garden. Growing up, he loved watching NBA games on Christmas with his dad. Now, he's excited to be part of the action. This will be his first Christmas Day game at home, and he's looking forward to playing in front of his family and friends.

Towns isn't the only one with something to prove. He'll be facing off against Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs' 7-foot-3 sensation. Wembanyama, a fellow No. 1 draft pick, has been impressive in his second season, averaging 24. 8 points and 9. 9 rebounds per game. Towns is eager to see how Wembanyama's career unfolds.

Playing on Christmas Day is a big deal for the Knicks. They've been a part of this tradition since 1947, with only a few misses over the years. Last year, Jalen Brunson led the team to a win over the Bucks with a 38-point performance. Towns is ready to add his name to the list of Knicks who have played on Christmas Day.

Some players might see working on Christmas as a chore, but not Towns. He's excited to play and considers it a great Christmas present. "I like playing basketball, " he said. "It's a great Christmas present for me. "

Karl-Anthony Towns' Christmas Day Game: A Knicks Homecoming

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