On the other side
The Minnesota Timberwolves will be scary good.
Karl-Anthony Towns possesses a combination of Kevin Garnett’s tenacity and shooting touch, Tim Duncan’s low post IQ and a 6’11” linebacker’s build.
Andrew Wiggins has a lightning-quick first step, uber athleticism and a knack for scoring the basketball.
Zach LaVine has the potential to be a Jamal Crawford-esque spark in this league.
Kris Dunn displayed his John Wall-level athleticism.
Ricky Rubio is one of the most underrated defenders in basketball, possessing the ability to hound opposing point guards and attack big men with a double team.
Despite all these things, they proved one thing: their youth.
After jumping out to a dominate 16-1 lead, it looked to be a long night for Grizzlies fans. However, the Timberwolves coughed up the lead and lost the game.
After seeing a Rubio-Lavine-Wiggins-Towns-Dieng lineup, I couldn’t get over the defensive potential of this team. They’re quick, long and agile. Thibs could easily implement a switch-heavy defense and harass defenders.
While they’re looking for a playoff spot this year, they need to decide what pieces from their weak bench will compliment their young core the best.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will flash glimpses of future domination and growing pains. Their transformation from budding team to playoff team to title-contenders will be a fun process for the entire NBA.
Quotable
"When the lights go on and the popcorn's popping, [Zbo] is ready."
— Josh Coleman 📎 (@3SOB) October 27, 2016
-- Fizz
“Captain Clutch” is still a thing
Closing remarks
Tonight was a treat for the Memphis Grizzlies’ fans. They were able to see an exciting, back-and-forth game that came down to the wire. There should surely be optimism for improvement once Chandler Parsons and Tony Allen return to the lineup from injury. Let’s hope the Memphis Grizzlies can take their momentum from tonight to New York, as they face the Knicks on Friday.