Timberwolves Beat The Lakers In Rudy Gobert’s Preseason Debut (114-99)

Timberwolves Beat The Lakers In Rudy Gobert’s Preseason Debut (114-99)

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by | Oct 7, 2022 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Timberwolves came into this game against the Lakers following a victory in Miami. The difference in this game is the fact Rudy Gobert & D’Angelo Russell were going to suit up. Everyone has been waiting to see how this offense and defense would look with Gobert in it. Tonight the fans and media got that answer as soon as he touched the floor. The Timberwolves were able to run a lot of set plays and a lot of screens. Rudy Gobert was able to be dominant in the paint as he was able to alter a lot of shots from the Lakers. On the offensive end, he was able to get open and make some great post moves for strong finishes. It’s going to take a little time for the chemistry to get there as Rudy had some illegal screens but this is a marathon, not a race. Tonight Rudy finished with 5 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 assists. This could be a special season for Rudy and when Karl-Anthony Towns joins the lineup it will make things even easier for the big man.

 

 

D’Angelo, Anthony, and Jaden were all in mid-season form as all three combined for 34 points in limited minutes. Anthony Edwards was showing off some of the work he put in during the offseason. Edwards hit a couple of step-back jumpers and he also was able to get to the rack with ease. Edwards was playing with a confidence that rubbed off on his teammates early and he was able to get anything he wanted. Anthony Edwards was giving that work to any Lakers player they put on him tonight. It didn’t matter if it was Pippen Jr, Walker IV, or Reeves. Everyone is expecting Anthony Edwards to make that All-Star leap and this can be the season if he’s presented with the opportunity.

 

 

Russell looked really good and he was able to hit his 3-point shot tonight. D’Angelo is going to be the key to the success of the Timberwolves and he was able to make it look easy against anyone the Lakers had on him. Russell is one of those players that can get it done on both ends. Tonight he was trying to get Gobert involved as you can tell he wanted to work on their chemistry. This was a good test for Russell’s first game to get into the groove of the NBA season. Jaden McDaniels was able to show some glimpses on both ends of the floor tonight. Jaden had a move where he got the ball near the corner and dribbled into a spin-move dunk. It was impressive to see as you can tell McDaniels is playing with a lot of confidence. On the defensive end, he was getting in those passing lanes making sure he was able to at least be a part of the play in some way. Jaden will have a big year and his play tonight was encouraging for all Timberwolves to see especially in limited minutes.

 

The players that stood out to me tonight apart from the starters were Bryn Forbes and Jaylen Nowell. Both were able to come in and be aggressive against the Lakers. If they can give this type of production off the bench all season long it will make up for some of the depth that the Timberwolves lost in the Gobert trade. Tonight they combined for 20 points with Nowell having 13 of those. They showed that they can get the ball in the hoop and can get hot at any moment to help those starters in the clutch. If this trend continues the Timberwolves fans will love what they see moving forward, especially after this Lakers game.

 

 

 

 

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Oct 7, 2022 No Comments
Minnesota Timberwolves Media Day & Start of Training Camp

Minnesota Timberwolves Media Day & Start of Training Camp

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by | Sep 28, 2022 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The new look Minnesota Timberwolves will be extremely fun to watch this season. When the Timberwolves unloaded assets and great players for a generational talent in Rudy Gobert it shocked the NBA world. The thought of adding Rudy Gobert to the front court with Karl-Anthony Towns will be special as they bring back the San Antonio Twin Towers vibes. Rudy is known for his dominance on the defensive end and Karl-Anthony is known for being the best offensive big man in the league. They both can help each other along the way which can be scary for the whole league.

 

KAT can help Rudy with his offense and vice versa with Rudy helping KAT on the defensive end. Rudy Gobert was able to speak on his fit with the Timberwolves and he also talked about how his first practice was with Minnesota. Last year in Utah Rudy Gobert averaged 15.6 PPG, 14.7 REB, and 2.1 BLK per game. He will be bringing that to Minnesota for Coach Finch and Rudy believes that the Timberwolves can be the best defensive team in the NBA.

 

 

The Timberwolves will be moving the way that the big men lead them but with the help of D’Angelo Russell, Anthony Edwards, and Jaden McDaniels they can bring Minnesota to the promised land. Anthony Edwards is now entering his 3rd year in the NBA and the sky is the limit. Everyone’s expecting Edwards to take that next leap in the game that he showed in the playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies. If the Timberwolves get that Anthony Edwards for the whole season he should be averaging at least 25 PPG easily.

 

Last season Edwards averaged 21.3 PPG and things should get easier with the bigs in the paint. Anthony Edwards has been able to showcase his improvements this offseason and his game has no flaws from the inside and out. Edwards has to let his game mature but with Coach Finch believing in him things will be effortless in Minnesota. Anthony Edwards is the future of the NBA and the Minnesota Timberwolves so look for him to be in that MVP conversation sooner than later.

 

 

D’Angelo’s in his contract year and he’s looking to go to work ASAP while trying to make this Timberwolves team better on a daily from the point guard position. It’s crazy how D’Angelo is underrated across the league when all he’s done is put up elite numbers in his whole career. People forget that DLO has gone to the All-Star Game and they also forget that he’s a walking bucket. This season look for DLO to put the Timberwolves on his back when it comes to making clutch shots and smart decisions.

 

The pick-and-roll game with Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns will be special to watch. The Timberwolves built something that can turn into a championship this offseason but it benefited Russell the most. If DLO can get the best out of his teammates then they can truly take that next step as they compete for a top seed in the NBA. Last season Russell averaged 18.1 PPG and 7.1 AST so look for those numbers to go up as he wants to put on a show for the Timberwolves fans before the offseason.

 

 

The X-Factor for the Timberwolves season will be the play of Jaden McDaniels. If Jaden can take that next step in his development in the 3/D position it can be spooky. Jaden was in the Pro-Ams this offseason showing off his offensive skills as he dropped 52 points in Seattle. If he brings that bag over to the Timberwolves it can be a huge help to this starting five that needs someone to do the dirty work on the defensive end and offensive.

 

Jaden has a lot of potentials he can bring a lot of energy to this team that will help them in tight games. One thing that Jaden talked about loving was the fact he knows that he has Rudy behind him now helping on help defense. This team can go toe to toe with any of the teams in the NBA and their frontcourt is unmatched with KAT and Rudy. This can be the season we see Jaden McDaniels take a huge leap on the defensive end and he can finally unleash on the offensive end with so many other eyes to be on his teammates.

 

 

Kyle Anderson will be a huge addition to this team as well because he’s a swiss army knife. Anything you need Kyle to do he can do whether it is passing, scoring, or rebounding. The Timberwolves were struggling in the rebounding department in the playoffs and they made sure to take care of it this offseason.

 

 

 

 

 

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Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks (SneakerReporter Top 10 PEs Series)

Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks (SneakerReporter Top 10 PEs Series)

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by | Sep 18, 2022 | Featured, NBA, SneakerReporter Top 10 PE Series

 

Luka Doncic’s one of the best young talents in the NBA. Luka will be one of a select few that will be leading the NBA into the future. But for now, in the present Luka has been nothing short of phenomenal since entering the league with the Dallas Mavericks. Luka’s going to continue to be in the MVP conversation for a long time and he’s been able to carve his own lane. Luka’s not the fastest basketball player but knows how to score with the best of them.

 

Overall Luka’s basketball IQ is elite and his playmaking ability is at the top of the list. Many GMs in the NBA have said that they would build an NBA team around Luka Doncic. It won’t be long before Luka gets an MVP in the NBA because he’s a walking triple-double with extreme ease. Last season Luka averaged 28.4 PPG, 9.1 REB, and 8.7 AST in only 65 regular season games. Look out for Luka Doncic this season as he continues to bring the Mavericks to another round every year in the postseason.

 

 

Luka Doncic’s on Jordan Brand and last season he was able to rock some dope Jordan 35s & Jordan 36s on the court. At the end of the season, Jordan Brand & Luka Doncic revealed the Jordan Luka 1. This was a huge accomplishment and Luka has been able to showcase some of his own colorways during the playoffs. This season we will be able to see some more colorways in the Jordan Luka 1 but until then enjoy the PEs he rocked last season for the 2021-2022 season.

 

 

 

 

10. Air Jordan 35 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

9. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

8. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

7. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

6. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

5. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

4. Air Jordan 36 “Mavericks” Player Exclusive â€“ Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

3. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

2. Air Jordan 35 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

1. Air Jordan 36 “Player Exclusive” – Luka Doncic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Under Armour and Stephen Curry Curry Close to Lifetime Deal

Under Armour and Stephen Curry Curry Close to Lifetime Deal

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by | Sep 15, 2022 | Featured, NBA, Sneakers

Fresh off an NBA Finals Championship Run Golden State Warriors super star Stephen Curry is reportedly close to signing a lifetime deal with Under Armour worth $1 Billion. Curry would be joining very rare company while Lebron James, Micheal Jordan and Manchester United Super Star Cristiano Ronaldo are the only other athletes to have lifetime deals.

 

After Leaving Nike, Curry Joined Under Armour in 2013 and has 9 signature sneakers with the 10th coming soon. Curry has his own line/brand with Under Armour similar to the Jordan and Nike Deal. Curry’s current contract keeps him at Under Armour till 2024, but It seems Under Armour wants to get ahead of the deadline to secure a lifetime deal with Curry.

 

While nothing has been signed yet or announced and negotiations are still going on, things are certainly looking like the partnership will continue. For now take a look down below at the Under Armour Curry One and Two sneakers.

 

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Karl-Anthony Towns, Minnesota Timberwolves (SneakerReporter Top 10 PEs Series)

Karl-Anthony Towns, Minnesota Timberwolves (SneakerReporter Top 10 PEs Series)

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by | Sep 12, 2022 | Featured, NBA, SneakerReporter Top 10 PE Series

Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the best big men in the NBA. Over this last season, it let it be known to add the best shooting big man in the history of the NBA. During the 3 Point Contest during All-Star Weekend, he captured the 3 Point Championship in record fashion. KAT put the league on notice this season averaging 24.6 PPG, 9.8 REB, and 1.1 BLK, and looked unstoppable. Karl has the best inside and out game of any big man in the NBA and continues to improve yearly. One thing that people gush about when it comes to Karl-Anthony Towns is his leadership skills and his willingness to be the best teammate.

 

 

KAT came into the NBA as a young pup and now he’s a seasoned big dog showing players like Anthony Edwards how to be true professionals. Karl Anthony Towns has a smooth jumper and he demands a lot of attention in the paint at all times from defenses. KAT should be in the MVP conversation this upcoming season as he will have more energy to exert on both ends now.  Karl has been able to help this Minnesota team get back to playoff contenders and with the addition of Rudy Gobert this offseason the sky is the limit for the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves will go as far as number 32 brings them in a packed Western Conference.

 

 

Karl-Anthony Towns has been a Nike guy since he stepped foot in the NBA. Karl has been rocking Nike Hyperdunks in the league and when off court you can catch him in stylish Off-Whites. A couple of years back he was shutting the game down with his customs. So below we have some of the PEs that he rocked this past season as we get ready to see what he got coming in the 2022-2023 season.

 

Nike Hyperdunk 2016 “Grinch” Custom

Nike Hyperdunk 2016 “Friday the 13th” Custom

 

Nike Hyperdunk 2016 “Northern Lights” Custom

 

 

 

10. Nike Hyperdunk 2016 “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

9. Nike Hyperdunk X “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

8. Nike Hyperdunk 2016 “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

7. Nike Hyperdunk X “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

6. Nike Hyperdunk 2017 “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

5. Nike Hyperdunk X “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

4. Nike Hyperdunk 2017 “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

3. Nike Hyperdunk X “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

2. Nike Hyperdunk X “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

1. Nike Hyperdunk X “Player Exclusive” – Karl-Anthony Towns

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Chris Paul, Phoenix Suns (SneakerReporter Top 10 PEs Series)

Chris Paul, Phoenix Suns (SneakerReporter Top 10 PEs Series)

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by | Sep 5, 2022 | Featured, NBA, SneakerReporter Top 10 PE Series

Chris Paul’s one of the best NBA Point Guards of all time. If I was starting an NBA team and I needed someone that I know can lead my team to greatness it would be CP3. Last season Chris and the Suns didn’t get back to the NBA Finals like the previous year but they brought back DeAndre Ayton. Chris Paul has been able to get the best out of Devin Booker and DeAndre Ayton since arriving in Phoenix. Chris Paul averaged 14.7 PPG and 10.8 AST in the 2022-2023 season. Chris has the skillset that is rare to find in the NBA now because he can pass at the highest level while getting to his spot to score at will. CP3 is a sure Hall of Famer and will be able to get the Suns in a position to win a lot of games on a yearly basis. Chris Paul has been practically unstoppable since he started his vegan diet. CP3 has been able to play the most minutes per game last season since 2014.

 

 

Chris Paul has one of the best Jordan collections in existence. Also, CP3 is one of a very select few players that have been able to have their own sneakers with Jordan Brand. Chris Paul has some of the best Air Jordan PEs of all time and he was able to rock the CP3.XII/CP3.XIII this past season. Below we showcase some of the PEs that CP3 has rocked over the years that we wish hit the public.

 

Air Jordan 11 “Clippers” Player Exclusive

 

 

 

Air Jordan 11 “Rockets” Player Exclusive

 

 

 

Air Jordan 3 “Player Exclusive”

 

 

 

 

 

10. Jordan CP3.XII “Player Exclusive” – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

9. Jordan CP3.XII “Player Exclusive” – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

8. Jordan CP3.XII “Player Exclusive” – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

7. Jordan CP3.XII “Player Exclusive” – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

6. Jordan CP3.XII “Caution” Player Exclusive – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

5. Jordan CP3.XII “Spades” Player Exclusive – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

4. Jordan CP3.XII “Player Exclusive” – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

3. Jordan CP3.XII “USA” Player Exclusive – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

2. Jordan CP3.XIII “Suns” Player Exclusive – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

1. Jordan CP3.XIII “Player Exclusive” – Chris Paul

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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