The New York Knicks are set to open their season on Wednesday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but the biggest question heading into tip-off is whether Karl-Anthony Towns will suit up. What first looked like a major setback might just turn into a show of toughness from the Knicks’ centerpiece.

Early reports listed Towns as “doubtful” due to a groin injury, sparking concern that he could miss the team’s first game of the year. But that status didn’t last long.

Towns determined to play through pain

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Towns is doing everything possible to get on the floor. The Knicks have since upgraded him to “questionable,” suggesting there’s growing optimism he might power through the injury.

It’s not the start anyone wanted for the newly revamped Knicks, especi

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