Karl-Anthony Towns switched gears, or in this case, gear. The Knicks star was roasted by fans early during Wednesday’s game against the 76ers for wearing an Eagles sweater while sitting on the bench with an injured thumb at Wells Fargo Center.

NBA fans were confused Wednesday to see Karl-Anthony Towns, who was sitting out of the New York Knicks matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers due to

Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reported that Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns is dealing with more than a thumb sprain.

Karl-Anthony Towns divided the New York Knicks faithful as he repped his favorite NFL team during Friday's road game with the Philadelphia 76ers

Leading up to the New York Knicks’ matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, star center Karl-Anthony Towns was seen walking into Wells Fargo Center with a Philadelphia Eagles sweater, and the NYC sports faithful didn’t appreciate it.

Karl-Anthony Towns might have made some sour New York sports fans a little angry on Wednesday night. The Knicks superstar rocked a green Eagles sweater with a retro logo while sitting on the bench during New York’s contest against the rival 76ers at Wells Fargo Center.

Jalen Brunson has his teammate's back. On Wednesday night, Karl-Anthony Towns wore a Philadelphia Eagles sweater to the New York Knicks' matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. Keen-eyed viewers noticed Towns changed at the half,

Karl-Anthony Towns has had a strong first season with the Knicks, but he rubbed some New York fans the wrong way Wednesday night. The veteran center is very proud of his northern New Jersey roots, which gives him a special connection with his new fanbase.