NBA – Setback for Hartenstein’s Clippers in playoff battle – Basketball

The Los Angeles Lakers still have to worry about the playoffs. Even superstar LeBron James couldn’t prevent the 103:114 defeat against the Toronto Raptors with 30 points, the record champions even have to tremble for the play-in tournament in ninth place in the west.

Karl-Anthony Towns scores 60 points

Meanwhile, Karl-Anthony Towns had a great day for the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 26-year-old led his team to a 149-139 win at the San Antonio Spurs with 60 points and 17 rebounds, setting a new record in the Timberwolves’ franchise history. 60 points is also the highest value so far this season. The Timberwolves are all but certain of at least one place in the play-in tournament after the win.


Source: dpa

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