Knicks players condemn deadly Border Patrol-involved shooting in Minnesota

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New York Knicks players Karl-Anthony Towns and Guerschon Yabusele spoke out about the deadly Border Patrol-involved shooting that took place over the weekend in Minnesota.

Towns and Yabusele both called out the federal government for its actions in Minneapolis. There have been two shooting deaths involving federal officers in January. Alex Pretti was killed on Saturday, and Renee Good was killed earlier this month.

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New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts after missing a three-point shot during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

"What is happening in the Twin Cities and the Great North Star State is heartbreaking to witness. These events have cost lives and shaken families — and we must call for accountability, transparency, and protections for all people," Towns wrote on X on Sunday. "This moment demands that we reflect honestly on what our values truly are. My thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences are with the families of Renée Good and Alex Pretti.

"I stand with the people of Minnesota."

Towns played for the Minnesota Timberwolves before he was traded to the Knicks.

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New York Knicks forward Guerschon Yabusele (28) reacts after making a basket against the LA Clippers during the second half at Madison Square Garden on Jan. 7, 2026. (Vincent Carchietta/Imagn Images)

"I can't stop thinking about the tragic events unfolding in Minnesota, and even though I'm French, I