Getting ready for his first season with the New York Knicks, center Karl-Anthony Towns expressed his thoughts on the ongoing feud between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar. The four-time All-Star acknowledged the talent and impact of both artists in the music industry, ultimately sharing his personal preference while highlighting the importance of their contributions to hip-hop culture.
Recently, the Minnesota Timberwolves traded Towns to the Knicks in a surprising move. He talked about his career during an appearance on the show “Club Shay Shay.” He reflected on his one season at the University of Kentucky (2014-15), where he developed a friendship with Drake, who was a well-known supporter of the Wildcats and visited the campus frequently during Towns’ freshman year.
When the conversation shifted to the rivalry between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, Towns took a moment to weigh his thoughts. While acknowledging both rappers, he ultimately revealed his choice leaning in the favour of Drake. “I love Drake. I’ve always been a big Drake fan.”
He praised Kendrick’s talent but explained that his personal connection to Drake’s music made him lean toward the Canadian artist. Towns stated, “I think that more of my life has been a soundtrack of Drake’s, and that’s no offense to nobody.”
Drake’s Influence on Karl-Anthony Towns’ Journey From Kentucky To The NBA
Karl-Anthony Towns spoke highly of Drake, calling him “super cool” and admiring his humility. He explained that Drake’s music has been present during key moments in his life, particularly during his time at Kentucky, further reinforcing his respect for the rapper.
Towns also shared a humorous memory from his freshman year at Kentucky when he heard Drake was coming to visit. Initially, he thought it was a joke and felt tricked, especially since the rapper had just dropped his album If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late at the time.
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Despite Kentucky’s loss in the 2015 Final Four, Karl-Anthony Towns valued his connection with Drake during a standout season in which the Wildcats finished with a 38-1 record. Towns later became the first overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft and spent nine seasons with the Timberwolves before being traded to the Knicks.
