Minnesota Timberwolves News
Timberwolves need to hope that LaMelo Ball can help Jonathan Kuminga improve as a shooter
Jonathan Kuminga will need to hit his 3-pointers for the Timberwolves to reach their offensive ceiling, and LaMelo Ball could help him with that.
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Timberwolves' two-way balance can help them separate from Nuggets and Lakers
The Timberwolves, Nuggets, and Lakers are all in the second tier of Western Conference teams. However, the Wolves' two-way balance gives them a clear edge.
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Jaylen Clark's likely absence from the Timberwolves' rotation creates a defensive question
Preseason is showing that Jaylen Clark is unlikely to be part of the Timberwolves' rotation, and Minnesota might miss his POA defense.
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LaMelo Ball will be the Timberwolves' third scoring option some nights, and that's fine
The Timberwolves have enough offensive talent that LaMelo Ball doesn't always have to take the second-most shots.
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Jaden McDaniels is the elite third option the Timberwolves need
While the Timberwolves have one of the league's best duos, Jaden McDaniels is a fantastic third option, which gives the team more upside.
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Chris Finchs moodiness comments reinforce why the Timberwolves needed to turn the page
Chris Finchs moodiness for giddiness quote says plenty about the Timberwolves offseason and why Minnesota needed a fresh start.
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Timberwolves must be open to bringing Jonathan Kuminga off the bench if fit concerns come true
If Ayo Dosunmu proves to have more synergy with the Timberwolves' starters early in the season, he should start in place of Jonathan Kuminga.
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Predicting which Timberwolves players receive NBA accolades this season
The Timberwolves have plenty of talent capable of earning NBA recognition. Here are predictions for which Minnesota players could receive accolades.
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Joan Beringer can make up for the Timberwolves' lack of draft capital
The Timberwolves don't have an influx of future draft picks, but Joan Beringer is a high-upside 19-year-old big man.
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LaMelo Ball's ability to adjust to playoff physicality is a real question
Many people point out that LaMelo Ball has never played in the playoffs, but these concerns have less to do with shot selection and more to do with physicality.
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Leonard Miller is taking advantage of larger role he never received with Timberwolves
Leonard Miller is a part of the Bulls' rotation, something he never was with the Timberwolves.
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Timberwolves cant afford to keep Bones Hyland out of their rotation
The Timberwolves cant waste Bones Hylands ability to generate offense off the dribble. Giving him a role could make their second unit much harder to defend.
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Preseason only makes Terrence Shannon Jr.'s role with the Timberwolves murkier
While Terrence Shannon Jr. is talented, it's hard to see how he fits on a Timberwolves team filled with established on-ball players.
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Zyon Pullin should play more than the past two-way players for the Timberwolves
Zyon Pullin has looked good in the preseason after being one of the summer league standouts.
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Preseason is reinforcing that Timberwolves rookie Isaiah Evans won't play much this year
The preseason is reminding fans that rookie Isaiah Evans is very low on the Timberwolves' totem pole, and that he's unlikely to play much this season.
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Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels give the Timberwolves a high defensive floor
There is some concern about the Timberwolves' defense taking a step back. However, the duo of Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels should negate these concerns.
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3 Timberwolves players possibly entering their final season with the team
With the new NBA season almost upon us, the long-term futures of some key Timberwolves players are up in the air.
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Ayo Dosunmu gives the Timberwolves some LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga insurance
There are some real concerns about LaMelo Ball's injury history and Jonathan Kuminga's fit. If things go south, the Timberwolves will rely on Ayo Dosunmu.
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Timberwolves' preseason game vs. Heat can show how they will fare against big frontcourts
The Timberwolves lost some size this offseason, and the Heat have a lot of it.
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Why the Timberwolves should stagger Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball
Chris Finch is currently mulling over whether to stagger or pair Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball, but the decision shouldn't be that difficult.
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