Towns (thumb) will not play Friday against Minnesota, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Towns appeared to a true game-time call for Friday attempted to warm up prior to the game, but the center will miss his second straight contest due to a right thumb sprain and remains day-to-day. His next chance to play will come Monday against the Hawks. Jericho Sims will start at center Friday in Towns' stead, while Precious Achiuwa is likely to see extended minutes off the bench.