My rookie year was so much easier, and it was so much shorter than most rookies due to the fact that I had KG. That changes everything. I was blessed to have the opportunity to play with KG - not only learn but play with KG. Not many people in the NBA are able to say that.

Karl-Anthony Towns

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All those teams I was on that were successful were the ones that everyone had love for each other and had fun. Things that seem minuscule - joking around, laughing, conversing, all those things that seem childish - that is what builds camaraderie.

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childisheveryonefunlove

Every time I get to lace up my shoes, I am happy. Every time I see my jersey and I get to put it on, I feel like a kid in the candy store. Every time I get the chance to play, I am going to play.

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i-amshoeshappytime

If you're versatile, there's no reason a coach can't have you in the game. That's what my dad's philosophy was, so from a young age, he taught me to be a guard first and a big second, though I don't think he had a crystal ball to be able to see what the NBA would become.

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gamemeyouage

I compete at the highest level every single night, regardless what the outcome is.

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competelevelsinglenight

When you have someone who is with you every step of the way and is trying to help you and guide you to the right direction, it just makes life much easier but also makes life more fun.

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stepyoulifeway

Anytime someone expects something from me, I expect about five times more from myself.

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somethingsomeonemyselfme

I'd even say possibly I'm one of the best gamers in the NBA. I play everything. I play every single type of genre game.

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bestgamesingleplay

I just feel that if you're the best human being, God will bless you with success.

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bestyougodsuccess

That's what my game is built around: versatility.

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versatilityaroundgamebuilt

I thank God every day that I get a chance to do all these great things in a Timberwolves jersey.

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daygreatthank-godgod

Never get too high; never get too low.

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lowhighgetnever

It's an honor to be named Rookie of the Year by the media.

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rookieyearmediahonor

Especially when you're a leader, you have to do the things that aren't the popular choice. But that's fine, you have to be able to make those decisions, without a doubt.

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choiceyouleaderdoubt

My family brings me great energy.

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greatmefamilyenergy

I work on my body tremendously to be able to withstand whatever is thrown my way.

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whateverbodyworkway

I love playing all types of games. I'll play everything, and the best thing is that 'Call of Duty' is dipping their hand in the battle royale genre. Anytime 'Call of Duty' puts their hands on anything, you know it's going to be the highest quality, so I expect nothing less of 'Call of Duty,' and they're delivering.

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bestyouqualitylove

That's why esports is so awesome: it's just like professional sports.

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professionalwhylikesports

It's great for people who like the teamwork and that also like the commando style, and that's why I think 'Call of Duty' is so successful.

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greatstyleteamworkpeople

I've always loved myself, always.

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lovedmyselfalways

I don't necessarily view myself as a big - I view myself just as a player, someone who can go out there and contribute to the team from any position.

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