De’Aaron Fox Scores 60 Points but Still Falls Short — Here’s Why

In a game filled with historic milestones and heartbreak, De’Aaron Fox delivered the highest-scoring performance in Sacramento Kings history, only to lose a nail-biting overtime battle to Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

A Night for the Record Books

Fox had one of the most electrifying performances of his career on Friday night. By the end of the fourth quarter, he had already racked up an impressive 48 points, prompting teammate Malik Monk to tell him, “You can get to 60 points.”

When the final buzzer sounded after a tense overtime (OT) period, Fox had done exactly that—60 points. The 27-year-old guard shattered the Kings’ previous scoring record of 59 points, held by Jack Twyman (1960), and surpassed DeMarcus Cousins’ 56 points from 2016.

Fox’s stat line was nothing short of incredible:

• 22-35 field goal shooting (62.9%)
• 6-10 from beyond the arc
• 10-11 free throws
• 28 of his points came in the fourth quarter and OT, including a stretch where he scored 14 consecutive points for the Kings.

Heartbreak in Overtime

Despite Fox’s heroics, the Kings fell short, losing 130-126 in OT. It was a crushing end to what could have been a perfect night.

Fox expressed his frustration post-game:

“I didn’t care about hitting 60 points. All I wanted was the win. But when my rhythm was on, my teammates and coaches trusted me to take the shots. I’m grateful for their support.”

Head coach Mike Brown praised Fox’s performance while acknowledging the weight of responsibility placed on him:

“Fox knew the team needed him to carry the scoring load, especially with Malik Monk and DeMar DeRozan out due to injuries. He stepped up in a way few players could. It’s unfortunate we couldn’t capitalize on his incredible effort.”

Anthony Edwards: The Clutch Counterpart

Fox wasn’t the only star to shine in this epic duel. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 36 points, proving to be the perfect counter to Fox’s explosive scoring.

In the game’s most crucial moments, Edwards consistently answered Fox’s shots, helping the Timberwolves edge out a victory.

Speaking about Fox’s 60-point performance, Edwards had nothing but admiration:

“People often overlook him, but his talent is insane. Tonight showed just how elite he is. To me, Fox has always been one of the best guards in the league.”

Fox’s Historic Feat in Context

De’Aaron Fox’s performance marked the first 60-point game of the NBA season. Just days earlier, Giannis Antetokounmpo came close with 59 points in an OT win against the Detroit Pistons.

While the loss stung for the Kings, Fox’s historic night will undoubtedly remain a highlight of the season.

Looking Ahead

The Kings will need to regroup quickly as they prepare for their next challenge. With Fox in peak form, Sacramento has a superstar who can lead them to future victories.

Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves continue their push to assert dominance in the Western Conference, proving they can win even against monumental performances like Fox’s.

This game reminded fans why the NBA is a league of unmatched drama and star power. Who will be next to write their name in the history books?