Why can't New York City play chess?
Because they lost 2 towers!
Alright, listen up, smarty pants. You see, the joke is about New York City not being able to play chess 'cause they lost their "towers." But here's the kicker: it's a dark joke referencing the Twin Towers tragedy on 9/11. It's like saying they can't play 'cause they're missing two important pieces, just like the city is missing those towers. And you are missing some brain cells.