Karl-Anthony Towns Inducted Into Kentucky Athletics Hall of Fame

His remarks honored his late mother, framing the accolade as recognition for the 2014–15 team.

Overview

The New York Knicks center joined Kentucky’s 2025 Hall of Fame class, which also included Abbey Cheek-Ramsey, Makayla Epps, Doug Flynn, Sonia Hahn, and Josh Hines-Allen.
In his induction speech, Towns remembered his mother, saying she was “preparing my next home” and thanking UK for affirming that “momma knows best.”
Towns said the honor represents his entire 2014–15 Wildcats group, crediting teammates, coaches, and fans for the legacy they built together.
Addressing the current Kentucky roster, he urged players to be present, appreciate wearing Kentucky across their chest, and make the community proud.
Towns starred in one season at UK (2014–15), helping the Wildcats go 38–1, and he has since become a five-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA selection after a strong first year with the Knicks.