New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns is actually skipping the game this time. Towns declined to engage in Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green's verbal

The 29-year-old Towns, who had a beef with Butler a few years ago, was officially listed as out versus the Warriors due to "personal reasons." It was later revealed that he missed the game to be with his girlfriend, Jordyn Woods, who lost her close friend.

Draymond Green faced criticism for falsely suggesting Karl-Anthony Towns skipped a game to avoid Jimmy Butler, without checking the real reason – attending a family friend's funeral. The incident highlights the importance of accuracy and sensitivity when discussing personal matters.