The blockbuster trade between the Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks is not official yet. The move, which will send Karl-Anthony Towns to New York

The Knicks have reached a deal to acquire center-forward Karl-Anthony Towns from the Minnesota Timberwolves, a person with knowledge of the trade told USA TODAY Sports. The person requested anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly until the trade is official.

Six minutes later, the inspiration behind that post was seemingly revealed, when it was reported that the 7-foot Kentucky product was being shipped to the Knicks in exchange for All-Star power forward Julius Randle and guard Donte DiVincenzo.