Karl-Anthony Towns's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Karl-Anthony Towns.

Karl-Anthony Towns Jr. (KAT) is a Dominican-American professional basketball player currently playing for the New York Knicks in the NBA. Before joining the NBA, he played college basketball at Kentucky. He was the first overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft, selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Towns also represented the Dominican Republic national team at a young age.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1972: Bob McAdoo Rookie of the Year

In 1972, Bob McAdoo of the Buffalo Braves won the NBA Rookie of the Year award as part of back-to-back wins for the team.

1973: Ernie DiGregorio Rookie of the Year

In 1973, Ernie DiGregorio of the Buffalo Braves won the NBA Rookie of the Year award, continuing the team's streak.

April 20, 1994: Shaquille O'Neal's 50/15 Game

On April 20, 1994, Shaquille O'Neal had 50 points and 15 rebounds in a game.

2008: Youngest to 30 Points and 10 Rebounds

In 2008, Kevin Durant was the youngest player to have 30 points and 10 rebounds. On January 29, 2016, Towns replicated the feat.

2012: State Championship and Olympic Qualifying Tournament

In 2012, Karl-Anthony Towns led his high school basketball team to a state championship and participated in the FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament for Men with the Dominican Republic national team, which fell short of qualifying for the 2012 Olympic Basketball Tournament.

January 6, 2013: First Quadruple-Double

On January 6, 2013, Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first quadruple-double with 16 points, 17 rebounds, 11 blocks, and 11 assists.

2013: State Championship

In 2013, Karl-Anthony Towns led his high school team to another state championship, marking continued success in his high school career.

January 5, 2014: Second Quadruple-Double

On January 5, 2014, Karl-Anthony Towns achieved his second quadruple-double, recording 20 points, 14 rebounds, 12 blocks, and 10 assists.

December 2014: Andrew Wiggins Rookie of the Month

In December 2014, Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns' teammate, was named Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

2014: Andrew Wiggins Rookie of the Year Award

In 2014, Andrew Wiggins won the NBA Rookie of the Year award, preceding Karl-Anthony Towns' win in the following year.

2014: State Championship

In 2014, Karl-Anthony Towns achieved another milestone by leading his high school team to yet another state championship.

2014: Gatorade Player of the Year

In 2014, Karl-Anthony Towns was named the Gatorade Player of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance in high school basketball.

January 13, 2015: Mo Williams' Timberwolves Record

On January 13, 2015, Mo Williams scored 52 points for the Timberwolves against the Indiana Pacers.

February 2015: Andrew Wiggins Rookie of the Month

In February 2015, Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns' teammate, was again named Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

2015: Towns' Timberwolves Season

In 2015, Karl-Anthony Towns played all 82 games for the Timberwolves, averaging 18.3 points and 10.5 rebounds, earning unanimous NBA Rookie of the Year honors and other accolades.

2015: ESPN Top Prospect Ranking

In 2015, Karl-Anthony Towns was ranked as the top prospect by ESPN in the recruiting class.

November 15, 2017: Birthday Game Victory

On November 15, 2017, Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 16 rebounds on his 22nd birthday, helping the Timberwolves end a 12-game losing streak to the San Antonio Spurs.

January 23, 2018: All-Star Selection

On January 23, 2018, Karl-Anthony Towns was named a Western Conference All-Star reserve.

March 28, 2018: Franchise-Record 56 Points

On March 28, 2018, Karl-Anthony Towns scored a franchise-record 56 points and added 15 rebounds in a win over the Atlanta Hawks.

April 11, 2018: Playoff Berth

On April 11, 2018, Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 14 rebounds in an overtime win over the Denver Nuggets, clinching Minnesota a spot in the playoffs for the first time since 2004.

January 12, 2019: Career-high 27 rebounds

On January 12, 2019, Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 27 points and a career-high 27 rebounds in a 110–106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

December 27, 2020: Joined NBA Hall-of-Famers in accumulation of points, rebounds and assists

On December 27, 2020, Karl-Anthony Towns joined Hall-of-Famers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Tim Duncan, Elgin Baylor and David Robinson as the only players in NBA history to accumulate over 8,000 points, 4,000 rebounds and 1,000 assists in 360 games or less.

January 22, 2024: Career-High 62 Points

On January 22, 2024, Karl-Anthony Towns put up a career-high and Timberwolves franchise-record 62 points, with 44 of those coming in the first half, in a 128–125 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. His 44 points set a record for the most points scored in a half in Timberwolves franchise history.

2024: Led Timberwolves to Western Conference Finals

In 2024, Karl-Anthony Towns led the Timberwolves to the Western Conference Finals, marking their first appearance in 20 years and a significant achievement for the team and his career.

2024: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award

In 2024, Karl-Anthony Towns received the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award from the NBA for his social justice work, particularly his work advocating for voting rights and his role as the producer for the short documentary about the justice system, Forgiving Johnny.

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