Kyrie Irving said that his 50-point debut with the Brooklyn Nets was just a number following the team's 127-126 overtime loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Irving, who missed a potential game-winning shot in overtime, also added 8 rebounds and 7 assists.

"The job wasn't done. So that 50 just goes into the (books) as just a few numbers that -- it holds value, but not really when you don't get a win," said Irving after the game.

The 50 points set a league record for the most debut points with a new team. 

Kenny Atkinson added that the Nets' team chemistry will grow with more playing time.

"I think we're getting to know each other and he's getting to know his teammates. He's getting to know the system ... I always say with point guards, 'Read the defense. If the game calls for you to get 50 points, get 50. There are other nights where it's going to be 15 assists.' So we'll look at it and, again, I think a big part of this is just getting more reps together, knowing each other better."