He kicked it off by helping the New York Knicks win their first NBA championship in over 50 years and ended it by getting married to model and entrepreneur Jordyn Woods in August. Add that to a career featuring six All-Star appearances and three All-NBA selections, and it’s fair to wonder where else the former first overall pick has to go. Ahead of the 2026 season opener, we caught up with the man called KAT on what’s keeping him motivated, focused, and confident heading into the new season.
Towns is a long-time fan of Dove products, noting his sister introduced him to the deodorant when he was young, so when the opportunity to partner with Dove Men+Care presented itself, it was a natural fit. Of the Plant-Powered Body Wash line that he’s leading the campaign for, this bourbon-and-vanilla scented option is his favorite. Towns is a bourbon drinker, and his wife loves the smell of vanilla, so it’s the perfect fragrance pairing for him.
On game days, the 7-footer says that he showers three or four times throughout the day, so using something soothing in there helps:. Towns has used a Nike bag from his AAU days through last season’s championship run. Something beyond workout gear he always has in there is cologne.
American Barbell Hex are what he personally uses. KAT is constantly traveling (perk of the job), and music is a non-negotiable no matter where he’s headed. You can find him blasting anything from Mac Miller to Burna Boy out of this speaker.
Towns is a huge fan of English muffins, pointing to their versatility in both caloric needs and bulking. Whether it’s pre-game, postgame, or for help bulking up, he rides for Stone and Skillet above the rest. When Towns was in Minnesota, his coach Ryan Saunders gifted the entire team a copy of this book.
He’s read it three times since, discovering new takeaways every time he revisits it. He’s learned that it’s not about the rings, but the friends you made along the way—or something like that. He brings over half a decade of experience covering health, wellness, and lifestyle.
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