The Minnesota Timberwolves Hold On To Beat The Philadelphia 76ers (112-109)

The Minnesota Timberwolves Hold On To Beat The Philadelphia 76ers (112-109)

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by | Nov 19, 2022 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Timberwolves came into this game on a 2 game winning streak after their win against the Magic. Tonight the Timberwolves needed 3 in a row but more importantly, they needed to get back to a .500 winning percentage. This was one of those trap games and the Timberwolves almost fell for it. The 76ers were without Maxey, Harris, and Harden in this matchup leaving Joel Embiid who’s been on a crazy run right now to do the heavy lifting. The Timberwolves were up by double digits most of the game and the highest they were up tonight was 20. The Timberwolves offense has improved game by game and we are now getting a close look at how the bigs will mesh. The 76ers had no answer for the Timberwolves penetration and lobs to Rudy Gobert throughout this game and it was clear that Minnesota was attacking the paint on purpose tonight.

 

Minnesota had a 48 to the 36-point differential in the paint and they even got Joel Embiid in a little foul trouble. If Anthony Edwards continues to play with this type of confidence this Wolves team will be tough to beat in the regular season and postseason. Anthony Edwards finished tonight’s game with 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Tonight Edwards put the team on his back especially late in the game when Philly got it down to 3 points. The team believes in his growth and they know when Edwards makes plays for them down the stretch that it will be effective most likely for good.

 

The Philadelphia 76ers had no answer for Anthony Edwards as he was carving them up in the transition and just getting to the basket with ease. When Ant-Man is locked in like this it will be a long night for anyone that’s defending him. The 76ers put multiple defenders on Edwards but it didn’t matter as he had it going tonight. Anthony made the play of the night when the 76ers were down and had a chance to take the lead he had an insane chase-down block against Melton that saved the game. That play right there shows how badly Edwards wants to win and what he’s willing to do to make sure that happens.

 

D’Angelo Russel and Karl-Anthony Towns had good games tonight and were able to play off the success of Edwards. Towns still showcased why he’s one of the best shooting big men in the NBA and Russell showcased his tough shot-making and his ability to find his teammates in the right spot. The Timberwolves were able to hold Embiid to only 32 points, 6 assists, and 9 rebounds which is a success after the week he’s been going for 40+ every night. The Timberwolves made sure Embiid wasn’t going to beat them as Milton stepped up big time but the 76ers definitely showed they’re missing those players that were out. The Timberwolves head back home to play the Miami Heat on Monday as they look to keep this winning streak alive.

 

 

 

 

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Nov 19, 2022 No Comments
Edward’s Magical Scoring Night Helps Minnesota Defeat Orlando (126-108)

Edward’s Magical Scoring Night Helps Minnesota Defeat Orlando (126-108)

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by | Nov 16, 2022 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

Tonight the Minnesota Timberwolves picked up right where they left off against the Cavaliers. This team looked like they truly made a huge step with chemistry as a unit. The Orlando Magic didn’t know what hit them as it came quickly and it started with Anthony Edwards. Throughout the season we have seen Edwards have his ups and downs but as of late, he’s starting to get things going offensively. The Magic had no answer for Edwards tonight as he was able to get his game going inside and outside. The Magic threw Ross, Suggs, and multiple players at him and it didn’t matter. Anthony Edwards was able to set the tone with his jumper and his energy for the Timberwolves. On the night Edwards finished this game with 35 points, 6 assists, and 8 rebounds. When Edwards has his offense going like he did tonight the Timberwolves are honestly unstoppable. Edwards showed that he’s been working on his game and he continues to elevate to that elite level. Tonight he shot 12/20 from the field tonight and his game opened up things for his big man Karl-Anthony Towns.

 

It was a season-high for Karl-Anthony Towns who finished the game with 30 points against the Magic. No one on the Magic had an answer for KAT as he was able to score as he pleased. When Karl-Anthony’s playing inside and out like he did tonight it will be easy every night. KAT made it tough on Bol Bol and the other bigs for the Magic tonight. Karl-Anthony has worked on his post moves in the paint and he showed that and more tonight. This Wolves team has 4 to 5 players that can truly get it going on a nightly basis. No NBA team can say they have that many options and Coach Finch has so many lineups he can use. From Gobert, Towns, Edwards, Russell, and McDaniels any of them can have a great night. If you have more than one of them going off it will be a long night for any opposing defense.

 

The Orlando Magic made a push in the second half and got within 9 points after trailing by 27 points. The Timberwolves went to work in the fast break tonight with 30 points and didn’t let them set their defense. The Timberwolves will be looking to get 3 wins in a row as they go to Philly on Saturday to take on Joel Embiid and the 76ers. Look for the Timberwolves to come out aggressive in this one as the twin towers will finally get to meet with an opposing big that’s just as elite as them.

 

 

 

 

 

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Nov 16, 2022 No Comments
Russell’s 30 Point Performance Propels Wolves To Victory Over Cavs (129-124)

Russell’s 30 Point Performance Propels Wolves To Victory Over Cavs (129-124)

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by | Nov 13, 2022 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

It was a beautiful sight to see for any Minnesota Timberwolves fan tonight. This was the first complete game as a unit everyone had it all going tonight. The tone was set by D’Angelo Russell “Mr.Ice In His Veins” as he came out aggressive. Tonight was the perfect example of what Russell can be for this team on a nightly basis. Russell came out getting his teammates involved with his high IQ passing against the Cavs. Some of the plays Russell made tonight to get his teammates easy buckets should be able to transfer over chemistry-wise. Now let’s get to his offense because Russell was lights out tonight. No one on the Cavs could stop #0 as he was on fire tonight. In this game, D’Angelo Russell finished with 30 points on 11/13 attempts and 12 assists. This was the best way to get out of a mini-shooting slump and that’s exactly what Russell did tonight was shut the haters up. When Russell plays like this it opens up so many things for this Timberwolves offense.

 

Karl-Anthony Towns shot 11/16 from the field against the Cavs and made them pay every chance he got. Big KAT finished with 29 points and 13 rebounds as he was as dominant as we have seen all season. The Cavs put Mobley/Love on Karl-Anthony but it didn’t matter because he was able to take advantage inside and outside. When Towns plays like this then anything is possible with this team and the Cavs found that out tonight. Towns counterpart Rudy Gobert was able to get another double-double tonight as he finished with 15 points and 13 rebounds. Gobert was doing exactly what Minnesota fans expected him to do tonight. That was to dominate in the paint with rebounds and to get those inside points. Gobert made a huge contribution on the defensive end and his presence was felt all night.

 

The Cavaliers came out with some fire in the 2nd half as they got the game closer than Minnesota expected. The Timberwolves were up by 24 points in this game and the Cavs got it all the way down to 2 points. The reason for that comeback was simply Darius Garland. In the 2nd half, Garland looked like a whole new player and it was crazy to see him hitting everything he put up almost. On the night without Donovan Mitchell in the lineup, Garland put up a career-high 51 points as the Cavs just couldn’t get it done late down the stretch. The Timberwolves will be heading to Orlando next as they look to stack up some wins on the road.

 

 

 

 

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Nov 13, 2022 No Comments
Booker & Bridges Hand The Timberwolves Their 7th Loss (129-117)

Booker & Bridges Hand The Timberwolves Their 7th Loss (129-117)

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by | Nov 9, 2022 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

It’s been a tough stretch of games for the Minnesota Timberwolves this past week. The thing that will get overlooked is that Rudy Gobert was in and out of the lineup. It seems as though the Timberwolves can never catch a break regarding chemistry on the court. There have been so many lineup changes that it would be tough on any head coach. Coach Finch has done the best that he can do with this roster and it just comes down to executing the game plan.

 

The Phoenix Suns came out firing on all cylinders tonight and by the time the Timberwolves matched the energy they were down big. Mikal Bridges was able to set the tone for the Suns and he was trying to take the heart out of Minnesota quickly. Bridges was able to get in the passing lanes, dived for loose balls, and gave Coach Monty Williams that winning effort. Bridges isn’t one of those players that get plays drawn up for him he uses his defense and cutting to score which he did tonight. On the night Mikal Bridges finished with 31 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists. When you have a player like Mikal that gives it 110% every night it can take something away from the opposing team.

 

Devin Booker on the other hand played lights out and finished with 32 points, 10 assists, and 4 rebounds on the night. Booker was hitting his jumper from wherever he wanted as he was able to get to his sweet spot. The Timberwolves didn’t make it tough on him tonight and he was able to get others involved. If the Timberwolves could have slowed down his passing attack then it could have been different. Devin Booker showed tonight why he’s a tough guard in the league and that he can create points with or without the ball. So many people sleep on the raw talent that he has and it’s going to be scary because we’re just entering his prime. Booker made anyone that was defending work for everything and he challenged/answered it all tonight.

 

The Timberwolves bright spot tonight that they can really take anything away with was the fact Jaden McDaniels was able to find his stroke. Jaden was able to score inside and outside tonight as he attacked with complete confidence with no problem. His growth has been amazing to watch and he was able to make the best of Suns defenders guessing the wrong way he was going all night. Rudy Gobert came back into the lineup tonight and made it clear he was going to be the dominant big tonight. Rudy had 25 points and 11 rebounds as he was in beast mode tonight. Gobert was able to put the clamps on Ayton as he kept his production to a minimum. When Gobert can just erase a center like that it gives the Timberwolves a better chance at winning. The Timberwolves missed Gobert’s presence in the paint as he was able to alter some shots. Both Towns/Edwards finished with a combined 22 points and were struggling from the field. It’s not going to be perfect but Minnesota has been beating themselves this season. They have to cut down the turnovers and get back on the defensive end. If the Timberwolves can do that then this could be a great season with the ability to move far in the playoffs.

 

The Timberwolves will be in Memphis on Friday as they try to get back in the winning column.

Nov 9, 2022 No Comments
Primetime Preview: Baltimore Ravens Vs New Orleans Saints (MNF Week 9)

Primetime Preview: Baltimore Ravens Vs New Orleans Saints (MNF Week 9)

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by | Nov 7, 2022 | Featured, NFL

The New Orleans Saints (3-5) are coming into this game against the Ravens looking for their 4th win. Last week was the first time all season that Alvin Kamara was able to find the end zone. It took all the way up to Week 8 for that to happen and it catapulted the Saint’s offense finally. Alvin Kamara got loose in the backfield and even in the passing game. Last week Kamara had 62 yards rushing and 96 yards receiving with 3 touchdowns. The Saints just got the news that they lost Michael Thomas for the season after a foot injury. Now with that news, it should open things up for Kamara in the receiving game as he becomes one of the primary weapons. Chris Olave has been amazing in his rookie campaign and he will need to step it up tonight against that Ravens secondary. The Saints have been moving the ball smoothly with Andy Dalton as he’s finding a rhythm now. The Ravens give up some generous yards to the opposing quarterbacks so look for Dalton to have a chance to take off. Dalton will be in a prime position to get the Saints back into the winning column.

 

The Ravens (7-3) acquired Roquan Smith from the Bears as he looks to make things tougher for the Saint’s offense. The Ravens will always have a chance in any game as long as they have Lamar Jackson. The Ravens are Jackson it’s that simple and it will be a duel-threat type of game as he plans to throw/run all over the Saints. Lamar will be without Mark Andrews and Rashod Batemen so he will be depending on a lot of the other guys like Devin Duvernay, Gus Edwards, etc to make some plays. This is one of those games where Lamar Jackson could just take matters into his own hands and run all over the Saints. So in order for the Ravens to win this game the defense will have to slow down Kamara/Dalton and make it tough for them to move the ball all night. The Ravens will need to try and outscore the Saints so that it can force them into playing from behind and making more mistakes.

 

Score prediction: Ravens Win (31-24)

Nov 7, 2022 No Comments