Dec 19, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Knicks forward Karl-Anthony Towns (32) works around Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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How many points did Karl-Anthony Towns score in his return to Minnesota? Full Stats from Knicks vs Timberwolves

Karl-Anthony Towns made an emotional return to Minnesota on Thursday.

Karl-Anthony Towns returned to Target Center on Thursday night as a New York Knick for the first time since being traded away by the Minnesota Timberwolves in October.

The Timberwolves gave a fitting tribute to their No. 2 scorer of all time with a 86-second video, while the crowd erupted in cheers as he was introduced.

The 29-year-old had a 9-year stint with Timberwolves after he was selected with the No. 1 pick in 2015 NBA Draft. Towns won the 2015-16 NBA Rookie of the Year award and earned four All-Star game appearances during his stay at Minnesota.

However, the Knicks forward gave Minnesota fans little to cheer about during the game itself, leading New York to a commanding 133-107 win.

KAT is BACK in Minnesota!

He got a heartfelt reception from players and fans ❤️

📺 NYK-MIN live on TNT pic.twitter.com/k9fw0jbw42
— NBA (@NBA) December 20, 2024

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Karl-Anthony Towns’ stats vs. Timberwolves

Towns wasted no time reminding everyone why he was one of the most gifted players to ever wear a Timberwolves jersey. He finished with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists. He shot 83% from the field and 100% from three-point range (5-for-5) to mark a memorable return.

Score: Knicks 133, Timberwolves 107

Minutes Played	38
Points	32
Rebounds	20
Assist	6
Steals	2
Blocks	0
Turnovers	4
FGs	10-12
3Ps	5-5
FTs	7-9

Image Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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