Karl-Anthony Towns’ Record-Breaking Performance
Karl-Anthony Towns set a new franchise record by scoring 62 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Charlotte Hornets.
Exceptional First Half
Towns had an outstanding first half, scoring 44 points.
Game Outcome
Despite Towns’ impressive performance, the Timberwolves lost to the Hornets with a score of 128-125.
Three-Pointers
Towns made a remarkable 10 three-pointers during the game.
Struggles in the Fourth Quarter
In the fourth quarter, Towns struggled, managing only four points on 2-for-10 shooting.
Critical Moment
Towns believed he was fouled on a drive to the basket in the closing seconds when the Timberwolves were trailing by one, but the team couldn’t secure the win.
Hornets’ Comeback
The Charlotte Hornets erased an 18-point deficit to win the game, with P.J. Washington’s floater putting them ahead for good at 122-121.
Other Hornets’ Performances
Miles Bridges scored 28 points, Brandon Miller had 27, and Leaky Black made a crucial defensive play by ripping the ball away from Towns in the closing moments.
Towns’ Overall Performance
Towns finished 21 for 35 from the floor, including an impressive 10 for 15 from 3-point range.
Towns’ Reaction
Towns expressed disappointment that his historic night came in a loss, emphasizing the importance of team success and the need to find ways to win.
Coach’s Critique
Minnesota coach Chris Finch criticized the team’s defensive performance, calling it an “absolute disgusting performance of defense and immature basketball.”
LaMelo Ball’s Return
LaMelo Ball returned after missing one game due to a sore right ankle, contributing 18 points and 13 assists for the Hornets
NBA History
Towns’ desperation three-pointer inside the final second marked the 21st time in NBA history that a player scored 60 or more points in a loss.
Team Rankings
Despite the loss, the Timberwolves are described as the No. 1 team in the Western Conference. The Charlotte Hornets, ranked No. 27 in offensive rating, shot a season-high 58.1% from the floor in this game.