It may seem like the Thunder have the makings of dynasty, but ESPN’s Tim Bontemps details why it’s tougher than ever to build a dominant team. He outlines how the tax aprons make it more difficult for teams to run it back with the same core of players and that roster mistakes can haunt contenders for several years. “You have to be right on every decision,” one Western … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Dynasties, Wolves, Concern-O-Meter, Traded Picks
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Timberwolves will play the late Christmas Day game against Nuggets in Denver
The NBA unveiled its lineup for Dec. 25, with five games on the slate. … [Read more...] about Timberwolves will play the late Christmas Day game against Nuggets in Denver
Who Is That Man On the “German Wheel” At Halftime Of Wolves Games?
Have you ever been sitting at a Minnesota Timberwolves game and during the halftime show thought to yourself How on earth is this person so good at such a specific thing? Acrobats like Grace Good specialize in balancing on a ball while spinning flaming hula hoops. The Amazing Sladek, who at age 67 stacks chairs to the heavens and balances doing a handstand at center court. … [Read more...] about Who Is That Man On the “German Wheel” At Halftime Of Wolves Games?
Jesse Edwards To Sign With Melbourne United
Former Minnesota Timberwolves center Jesse Edwards is set to sign with Melbourne United of Australia's NBL. Edwards spent last season on a two-way deal with the Timberwolves. In 34 G League games last season, Edwards averaged 11.9 points, 7.5 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game. The 7-footer played for Syracuse and West Virginia in college. Minnesota is expected return Tristen … [Read more...] about Jesse Edwards To Sign With Melbourne United
Gov. Josh Shapiro gives update on U.S. Steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania
Gov. Josh Shapiro addressed reporters again Tuesday about Monday's explosion that killed two people at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works, south of Pittsburgh. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more. … [Read more...] about Gov. Josh Shapiro gives update on U.S. Steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania