Karl-Anthony Towns equals New York Knicks record set in 1970-71

Towns scored a double-double for the 11th game in a row, contributed 21 points and 11 rebounds in the 107-105 loss.

The Knicks confirmed that Towns matched a record in the process.

He is the first Knicks player since Willis Reed in 1970-71 to post 11 consecutive double-doubles to start an NBA season.

Reed’s streak did not continue for a 12th game. He was held to six points.

Towns will look to claim the record outright when the Knicks face the Indiana Pacers next up.

His valuable contribution has helped the Knicks recover from a poor start where they went 0-3, but this latest loss to the Cavaliers means they are currently 6-5.

The defending champions are presently fifth in the Eastern Conference.

Towns’ form is notable amid the Knicks’ reluctance to sign him up for a long-term contract. He is putting together a compelling case.

Towns’ double-double streak

Here is a look at how Karl-Anthony Towns delivered an 11-game double-double streak to begin the 2026 NBA season.

Towns already added his name in Knicks history by helping to win the team’s first title since 1973. And he is still finding new ways to do so.

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