The NBA Finals are heating up, but one voice from the outside just threw gasoline on the fire. Cam Johnson, who watched his Denver Nuggets get bounced early by Minnesota, is reportedly not just spectating – he’s choosing sides, and his pick for Finals MVP is raising eyebrows across the league.
According to sources close to the situation, Johnson went public with a bold take that could shift the conversation around the series. He insists that New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns should be the runaway favorite for the award, despite the fact that the series is far from over. “He’s their MVP at this point, for me, of the Finals,” Johnson allegedly said, according to footage circulating on the OldManAndThree podcast. “He’s been great, and in these two games, he’s been great. Like, he has a very difficult task. You know, he’s not the only one that they put on Wemby, but it’s a very difficult defensive assignment, and offensively, like, he’s asserting himself but not anywhere outside the confines of what he’s supposed to be doing.”
Johnson’s comments have reportedly sparked debate among analysts and fans, who are buzzing about whether Towns’ 21-point, 13-rebound, 4-assist performance on 8-of-12 shooting in Game 2 is enough to cement his status as the series’ top player. Insiders note that Towns is currently averaging 19.5 points and 12.5 rebounds through the first two games – numbers that are hard to ignore, especially given the defensive pressure of guarding San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama.
But speculation is swirling about what this means for the rest of the series. One unnamed league source told us that Johnson’s endorsement could put extra pressure on Towns to maintain this level, while other insiders worry that the Knicks might lose focus if they buy into the hype too early. “Spare maybe one deep three yesterday – like, everything he got was easy baskets that he created,” Johnson reportedly added, suggesting that Towns’ efficiency is the real story. “And so just the unselfishness, he’s a big part of how connected they are…he’s a big part of that.”
With Game 3 set for Monday at 8:30 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden, the Knicks hold a commanding 2-0 series lead. If Towns continues to dominate, Johnson’s prediction could prove prophetic – but if San Antonio adjusts, the narrative could flip in an instant. Sources say the Spurs are reportedly planning defensive adjustments that could target Towns’ supporting cast, making this a potential turning point. All eyes are on the Garden, where drama is guaranteed.
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