Karl-Anthony Towns Marks Knicks Championship Ring Night in Custom Thom Browne

Karl-Anthony Towns receives his championship ring as the New York Knicks open the 2026-2027 NBA season against the Philadelphia 76ers at home, a game billed as the league's biggest opening day. The Knicks won the title this past summer, and New York City remains charged with excitement. Towns, however, insists the night is routine: he told Vogue by phone that afternoon, "Tonight and another seven months!" His day began with a drive of more than an hour to practice, followed by a game-day meal of chicken and pasta at home. "Nothing extraordinary," he said, crediting discipline and routine for making difficult days easier. After a nap, he settled on a custom Thom Browne Canadian tuxedo for his tunnel walk, having said earlier that he chooses outfits based on how he feels upon waking. The jewelry was decided in advance: a Bvlgari watch, a Serpenti bracelet, and a ring from his wife. Accessories, he noted, can make even a white T-shirt look put-together. Towns cited teammate Jordan Clarkson's swagger as an inspiration for self-expression through fashion, and described his Game 5 jersey as his favorite New York piece, distinct from the championship merchandise he has amassed.