Karl-Anthony Towns, Dominican Republic stun Italy in the World Cup
Christos Tsaltas: Karl-Anthony Towns was sensational for the Dominican Republic, helping his team to remain unbeaten at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, defeating Italy (87-82). 24 points 11 rebounds 5 assists 3-6 2P 4-9 3P 6-8 FT 27 efficiency The KAT show, vol.2! #FIBAWC #VamosDOM #Timberwolves
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Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Karl-Anthony Towns had his second straight double-double to help the Dominican Republic get the huge win against Italy 🇮🇹
However, he believes this didn’t come as a surprise. “Was this an upset?”, he asked in the mixed zone 🧐
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1544… – 6:57 AM
Karl-Anthony Towns had his second straight double-double to help the Dominican Republic get the huge win against Italy 🇮🇹
However, he believes this didn’t come as a surprise. “Was this an upset?”, he asked in the mixed zone 🧐
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1544… – 6:57 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Karl-Anthony Towns was sensational for the Dominican Republic, helping his team to remain unbeaten at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, defeating Italy (87-82).
24 points
11 rebounds
5 assists
3-6 2P
4-9 3P
6-8 FT
27 efficiency
The KAT show, vol.2! #FIBAWC #VamosDOM #Timberwolves pic.twitter.com/nlsItIs6mM – 6:01 AM
Karl-Anthony Towns was sensational for the Dominican Republic, helping his team to remain unbeaten at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, defeating Italy (87-82).
24 points
11 rebounds
5 assists
3-6 2P
4-9 3P
6-8 FT
27 efficiency
The KAT show, vol.2! #FIBAWC #VamosDOM #Timberwolves pic.twitter.com/nlsItIs6mM – 6:01 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Karl-Anthony Towns has already counted a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds vs. Italy. KAT sets the tone for the Dominican Republic once again. #FIBAWC #VamosDOM – 5:27 AM
Karl-Anthony Towns has already counted a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds vs. Italy. KAT sets the tone for the Dominican Republic once again. #FIBAWC #VamosDOM – 5:27 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
It was Karl-Anthony Towns vs. Jordan Clarkson in the FIBA World Cup 2023 opener between the Dominican Republic and the Philippines
KAT praised the Philippines’ experience after the victory, while Clarkson was frustrated:
basketnews.com/news-193687-to… – 12:58 PM
It was Karl-Anthony Towns vs. Jordan Clarkson in the FIBA World Cup 2023 opener between the Dominican Republic and the Philippines
KAT praised the Philippines’ experience after the victory, while Clarkson was frustrated:
basketnews.com/news-193687-to… – 12:58 PM
Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Karl-Anthony Towns reacts to the Dominican Republic stunning host Philippines
“I’m incredibly proud to be Dominican, to be here with a win, and also to connect with all the fans here in the Philippines”
#FIBAWC #WinforAll
eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1543… – 11:59 AM
Karl-Anthony Towns reacts to the Dominican Republic stunning host Philippines
“I’m incredibly proud to be Dominican, to be here with a win, and also to connect with all the fans here in the Philippines”
#FIBAWC #WinforAll
eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1543… – 11:59 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
Karl Anthony-Towns and Jordan Clarkson formed a PERSONAL battle in their WorldCup debut 😯
🇵🇭 Jordan Clarkson
28 PTS
7 REB
7 AST
🇩🇴 Karl-Anthony Towns
26 PTS
10 REB
15/16 FT
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/OWx40uQoL2 – 10:13 AM
Karl Anthony-Towns and Jordan Clarkson formed a PERSONAL battle in their WorldCup debut 😯
🇵🇭 Jordan Clarkson
28 PTS
7 REB
7 AST
🇩🇴 Karl-Anthony Towns
26 PTS
10 REB
15/16 FT
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/OWx40uQoL2 – 10:13 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
Karl Anthony-Towns and Jordan Clarkson formed a PERSONAL battle in their WorldCup debut 😯
Jordan Clarkson
28 PTS
7 REB
7 AST
Karl-Anthony Towns
26 PTS
10 REB
15/16 FT
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/QEWFaxWgKO – 10:10 AM
Karl Anthony-Towns and Jordan Clarkson formed a PERSONAL battle in their WorldCup debut 😯
Jordan Clarkson
28 PTS
7 REB
7 AST
Karl-Anthony Towns
26 PTS
10 REB
15/16 FT
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/QEWFaxWgKO – 10:10 AM
Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Karl-Anthony Towns and Dominican Republic spoils record-breaking evening in the Philippines #FIBAWC #WinforAll
eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1543… – 10:09 AM
Karl-Anthony Towns and Dominican Republic spoils record-breaking evening in the Philippines #FIBAWC #WinforAll
eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1543… – 10:09 AM
Tim Bontemps @TimBontemps
Really fun game between the Dominican Republic and the Philippines, but Jordan Clarkson fouling out late helps Karl-Anthony Towns and the DR escape with an 87-81 victory. To get out of group play, the hosts will now need to beat Italy later in this round. – 10:09 AM
Really fun game between the Dominican Republic and the Philippines, but Jordan Clarkson fouling out late helps Karl-Anthony Towns and the DR escape with an 87-81 victory. To get out of group play, the hosts will now need to beat Italy later in this round. – 10:09 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
After a historic game in a packed Philippine Arena, the Dominican Republic started the 2023 FIBA World Cup with a huge win over Philippines (87-81).
Karl-Anthony Towns did… Karl-Anthony Towns things, notching 26 points and 10 rebounds.
Don’t sleep on them! #FIBAWC #VamosDom pic.twitter.com/O0ku2U4yJK – 10:07 AM
After a historic game in a packed Philippine Arena, the Dominican Republic started the 2023 FIBA World Cup with a huge win over Philippines (87-81).
Karl-Anthony Towns did… Karl-Anthony Towns things, notching 26 points and 10 rebounds.
Don’t sleep on them! #FIBAWC #VamosDom pic.twitter.com/O0ku2U4yJK – 10:07 AM
Tim Bontemps @TimBontemps
Some fun hoops on this AM. Canada and France – two of the top medal contenders – top off now, while one of the most important first round games – Jordan Clarkson and the Philippines against Karl-Anthony Towns and the Dominican Republic – goes to the 4th w/ DR up 2. Both on ESPN+. – 9:33 AM
Some fun hoops on this AM. Canada and France – two of the top medal contenders – top off now, while one of the most important first round games – Jordan Clarkson and the Philippines against Karl-Anthony Towns and the Dominican Republic – goes to the 4th w/ DR up 2. Both on ESPN+. – 9:33 AM
Dionysis Aravantinos @AravantinosDA
Jordan Clarkson and Karl-Anthony Towns think they’re playing at the Drew League. – 8:08 AM
Jordan Clarkson and Karl-Anthony Towns think they’re playing at the Drew League. – 8:08 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
Wholesome content alert – Dirk Nowitzki and Karl-Anthony Towns sharing a moment before the tip-off 🥰
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/63mPrnycFC – 8:02 AM
Wholesome content alert – Dirk Nowitzki and Karl-Anthony Towns sharing a moment before the tip-off 🥰
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/63mPrnycFC – 8:02 AM
Dionysis Aravantinos @AravantinosDA
Dominican Republic vs. Philippines.
Karl-Anthony Towns vs. Jordan Clarkson.
55,000 fans in attendance.
One hour to go. It doesn’t get better than this. – 7:03 AM
Dominican Republic vs. Philippines.
Karl-Anthony Towns vs. Jordan Clarkson.
55,000 fans in attendance.
One hour to go. It doesn’t get better than this. – 7:03 AM
Dionysis Aravantinos @AravantinosDA
Here’s how I voted for the Top 23 players in the #FIBAWC:
1. Luka Doncic
2. Anthony Edwards
3. Gilgeous-Alexander
4. Jalen Brunson
5. Karl-Anthony Towns
6. Lauri Markkanen
7. Mikal Bridges
8. Jaren Jackson Jr.
9. Josh Giddey
10. Evan Fournier
hoopshype.com/lists/2023-fib… – 4:52 AM
Here’s how I voted for the Top 23 players in the #FIBAWC:
1. Luka Doncic
2. Anthony Edwards
3. Gilgeous-Alexander
4. Jalen Brunson
5. Karl-Anthony Towns
6. Lauri Markkanen
7. Mikal Bridges
8. Jaren Jackson Jr.
9. Josh Giddey
10. Evan Fournier
hoopshype.com/lists/2023-fib… – 4:52 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Today is the day that…
Simone Fontecchio
Karl-Anthony Towns
Jordan Clarkson
Lauri Markkanen
Bogdan Bogdanovic
Nikola Vucevic
Jonas Valanciunas
Shai-Gilgeous Alexander
Rudy Gobert
Josh Giddey
Dennis Schroder
all of them play basketball! #FIBAWC – 11:13 PM
Today is the day that…
Simone Fontecchio
Karl-Anthony Towns
Jordan Clarkson
Lauri Markkanen
Bogdan Bogdanovic
Nikola Vucevic
Jonas Valanciunas
Shai-Gilgeous Alexander
Rudy Gobert
Josh Giddey
Dennis Schroder
all of them play basketball! #FIBAWC – 11:13 PM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
The upcoming FIBA World Cup will feature a wide variety of basketball stars, from Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Josh Giddey and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Natural question – where and how can you watch the World Cup? Here are the answers 👇
basketnews.com/news-193630-fi… – 8:38 AM
The upcoming FIBA World Cup will feature a wide variety of basketball stars, from Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Josh Giddey and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Natural question – where and how can you watch the World Cup? Here are the answers 👇
basketnews.com/news-193630-fi… – 8:38 AM
Jon Krawczynski @JonKrawczynski
For Karl-Anthony Towns, a reunion with the Dominican Republic national team for the World Cup is so much deeper than basketball.
It’s about rediscovering the feeling he had on the court as a teenager and reconnecting with “her country, our country.” theathletic.com/4788393/2023/0… – 8:34 AM
For Karl-Anthony Towns, a reunion with the Dominican Republic national team for the World Cup is so much deeper than basketball.
It’s about rediscovering the feeling he had on the court as a teenager and reconnecting with “her country, our country.” theathletic.com/4788393/2023/0… – 8:34 AM
More on this storyline
The Minnesota Timberwolves, after dropping his second straight double-double with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists, entered the mixed zone with an ironic question: “Was this an upset?”. He then went on to explain what he meant. “I thought we wanted to win. We had great things in the second half, that’s what brought us the victory. We did a great job as a team, everybody down the line was amazing”, he added. -via EuroHoops.net / August 27, 2023
On how much this 87-82 win against the Italian national team meant for them, Towns had nothing but great words. “It’s huge, we came here to win. It feels good to know that we are 2-0, we’ve got another one still against Angola. We have to keep fighting and playing well. Thinking about wins, you’ve got to get them all”, the 27-year-old also said. -via EuroHoops.net / August 27, 2023
Against the Dominican Republic, however, Gilas couldn’t get the victory, losing 87-81 against Karl-Anthony Towns and his teammates. Playing against the Minnesota Timberwolves dominant center, Jordan Clarkson had to leave the game earlier than expected, committing his 5th foul with 3:32 minutes left in the fourth quarter. Talking exclusively to Eurohoops, he came back to that outing full of emotions. “It’s just a loss, definitely a tough one because we wanted to win. I ain’t the chance to finish the game, like I said some of that stuff is out of my control. I just gotta not put myself in those situations in terms of fouls, and stuff like that. But I definitely feel like this game is behind us and we gotta go taking these next games, starting with tonight”, Jordan Clarkson said. -via EuroHoops.net / August 27, 2023