The Minnesota Timberwolves’ star center, Karl-Anthony Towns, has found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Following an embarrassing 0-8 shooting night from beyond the arc in Game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks, Towns made a bold claim during a postgame press conference. However, his statement didn’t sit well with NBA analysts and fans alike.
The Claim
Towns asserted that he puts up an impressive 1,500 shots per day as part of his practice routine. According to him, despite his struggles in the playoffs, he has been diligently working on his game. But the numbers on the court tell a different story.
The Backlash
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley wasted no time in calling out Towns. During TNT’s “Inside the NBA,” Barkley bluntly stated, “First of all, he’s lying.” He was joined by fellow analyst Draymond Green, who expressed doubt about Towns’ practice routine. Green quipped, “Karl-Anthony Towns is capping. Nobody is shooting 1,500 shots a day right now”.
The Reality
Unfortunately for Towns, his performance in Game 3 didn’t align with his claims. Scoring only 14 points with a dismal 27.8% field goal percentage, he struggled to find his rhythm. His 0-8 shooting from beyond the arc added to his woes, continuing a rough series from three-point range (3-22).
As the Timberwolves face a 3-0 deficit against the Mavericks, Towns must back up his words with actions on the court. Whether he can turn things around remains to be seen, but the scrutiny surrounding his practice habits won’t fade anytime soon.
Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on available news sources as of May 27, 2024. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to official team announcements and postgame interviews.
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