Adelman’s presence with Wolves to put focus on others
If it feels like it’s been awhile since the Minnesota Timberwolves hired a veteran head coach, that’s because it has been. Rick Adelman has agreed in principle to become the team’s next head coach. He...
View ArticleSo far, I’m loving the new NBA
Drunk-dialing CEOs and angry owners and Ricky Rubio … oh my! I don’t know about the rest of you, but I’m loving the new NBA. 66 games? That’s great. Season was too long anyway. And there was so much...
View ArticleDespite a 2-3 mark, Wolves off to an impressive start
Five games into this season, the Minnesota Timberwolves have managed to produce their most exciting 2-3 team ever. Back-to-back victories against defending champion Dallas and perennial playoff...
View ArticleAt the very least, Wolves are exciting
I did something on my night off Monday that I hadn’t done in what seemed like years: Watch a Minnesota Timberwolves game … front to back. The Wolves pulled away late to beat the Sacramento Kings on...
View ArticleLove gives Wolves a chance, which is all they can ask for
Prior to the start of the season, I didn’t think Kevin Love would be willing to sign a contract extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves. That would have been a huge loss to a Twin Cities fan base,...
View ArticleLove says suspension is warranted
The Minnesota Timberwolves will be suffering from a bit of “Love loss” the next couple of nights. Star forward Kevin Love was suspended for Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s games after stepping on the chest...
View ArticleGarnett always provides great theater
Kevin Garnett was a superstar while playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves. But his abilities on the basketball court might be eclipsed only by his knack for the act. And that’s not a bad thing. Sports...
View ArticleKevin Love won’t win MVP, but he deserves consideration
Chances are that you’ve probably seen the last of Kevin Love for the remainder of the NBA season. Earlier this week, the Minnesota Timberwolves standout power forward suffered a mild concussion. With...
View ArticleTimberwolves move on from Batum
The Minnesota Timberwolves made the shooting guard position a top priority this offseason. But the guy they wanted most of all won’t be going anywhere. The Portland Trail Blazers matched the four-year,...
View ArticleWithout stars, Wolves’ efforts have been admirable
The Minnesota Timberwolves might be off to the most impressive 5-4 start in pro sports history. OK, that might be a bit of a stretch, especially after back-to-back home losses to Charlotte and Golden...
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