The record was previously held by former Timberwolves star and current New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns. After learning of Edwards’ feat, Towns posted a symbolic message on social media.

Anthony Edwards has taken the torch from former teammate Karl-Anthony Towns and let his old friend hear it afterward. Edwards went on a heater last week, posting back-to-back 40-point games.

Towns’ absence meant the Knicks became an easier opponent Friday, and Anthony ... retired his jersey Thursday night, had 16 points and six rebounds in the first half. When Edwards came back ...

Though one now runs with the New York Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards remain in the same Wolf pack. That was made clear as the latter set some Minnesota Timberwolves history on ...

During Karl-Anthony Towns’ nine years in Minnesota, he became the franchise leader in 40+ point game, a record many thought ...

He also set the franchise record with his 14th game of 40-plus points to pass Karl-Anthony Towns. Edwards is shooting a career-best 42.1% from 3-point range. He has also taken on a greater ...

Edwards hit two significant milestones on Thursday. He posted his 14th career 40-point game, passing Karl-Anthony Towns for the most in Timberwolves history, and at age 23 became the youngest ...

Former Knick Julius Randle and star guard Anthony ... Edwards were among the Minnesota Timberwolves on hand at Roselle Catholic High School on Thursday night to honor teammate Naz Reid during his ...