When asked about his bond and rivalry with Towns, Jokic downplayed such talk. According to Jokic, while they’re not necessarily close friends who hang out off the court, the close proximity of all their matchups over the years has fostered a healthy respect and appreciation for one another.

Karl-Anthony Towns paid tribute to his late mother, Jackie, with a custom Rag & Bone outfit during NBA All-Star Weekend. The outfit featured a black Rag & Bone jacket accented by his mother’s name embroidered over his heart. KAT accented the jacket with light-colored pants for an icy look.