Towns' Record-Breaking Performance Overshadowed by Timberwolves' Loss

Despite Towns scoring a franchise-record 62 points, the Timberwolves were defeated by the Hornets, leading to criticism from coach Chris Finch for 'disrespecting the game'.

Karl-Anthony Towns of the Minnesota Timberwolves scored a franchise-record 62 points in a game against the Charlotte Hornets, but the Timberwolves lost the game 128-125.
Despite Towns' impressive performance, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch criticized the team for 'disrespecting the game' and playing 'immature basketball'.
The Timberwolves, who are currently the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, were outscored 36-18 by the Hornets in the fourth quarter.
Finch suggested that the team's focus on helping Towns achieve a high score led to their loss, as they neglected other aspects of the game.
Teammate Anthony Edwards admitted that the team was more focused on seeing Towns score 100 points than on winning the game.