Following the Lakers’ game 3 loss to the Timberwolves—one marked by a slew of turnovers and a 13-1 run in crunch time—head coach JJ Redick addressed a factor that’s plagued the team ever since the trade deadline: rim protection. Although Jaxson Hayes has struggled mightily for the Lakers this postseason, it may not be time to give up on him just yet. Lakers-Timberwolves: JJ … [Read more...] about Lakers-Timberwolves: JJ Redick Still Has Faith in Struggling Starter
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Timberwolves Star Amazed by LeBron James Heroics
More often than not this season, LeBron James remained the best player on most NBA hardwoods. Night after night, he proved he was still the best player in shape, the smartest, and simply the best on the floor. He isn’t the league’s best overall player anymore; however, most nights, you can’t find anyone else to dethrone him for 48 minutes. Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony … [Read more...] about Timberwolves Star Amazed by LeBron James Heroics
JJ Redick Makes NBA History, Bench May Doom Lakers
The Lakers-Timberwolves Game 4 was a back-and-forth battle that saw the Timberwolves narrowly edge out a huge victory. The Lakers will now return home for Game 5 down 3-1. JJ Redick and the Lakers coaching staff have been trying to figure out how to match the depth and defensive toughness of the Timberwolves this series, and on Sunday, revealed that they simply do not trust … [Read more...] about JJ Redick Makes NBA History, Bench May Doom Lakers
Anthony Edwards’s Impressive Playoff Resume Continues
Anthony Edwards‘s playoff resume continues to build impressively as he has his Minnesota Timberwolves up 3-1 over the Los Angeles Lakers. Edwards has been nothing short of brilliant through four games, and he’s showing up against arguably one of the best, if not the best, ever to play the game: LeBron James. These playoffs have been Antman’s coming out party, which he started … [Read more...] about Anthony Edwards’s Impressive Playoff Resume Continues
Fans React to Wolves’ Free-Agent Conundrum
Tim Connelly and the Timberwolves have some important free-agent decisions to make this off-season. We polled Wolves fans to see which players they would prioritize if Minnesota is unable to bring everyone back to the fold. Tim Connelly’s Summer Puzzle: How Do You Keep a Contender Intact Without Stepping on the Second Apron Landmine? It’s a good time to be a Timberwolves fan. … [Read more...] about Fans React to Wolves’ Free-Agent Conundrum