Karl-Anthony Towns is expected to return to action on Friday against the Philadelphia 76ers after sitting out Thursday’s matchup with the Pacers due to a knee issue. The Knicks, fresh off their NBA Cup victory, are likely to benefit from Towns’ presence in the lineup. Ariel Hukporti, who filled in for Towns on Thursday, will return to a bench role. Towns’ availability will be crucial as they contend with the 76ers’ frontcourt.