Malik Monk’s 39 Point Performance Off The Bench Propels The Kings To Victory Over Minnesota In OT (124-120)

Malik Monk’s 39 Point Performance Off The Bench Propels The Kings To Victory Over Minnesota In OT (124-120)

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by | Mar 1, 2024 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Sacramento Kings came into this game without their All Star De’Aaron Fox who’s been nagged by injury as of late. That means that the Timberwolves were going to be expecting a heavy dose of Domantas Sabonis tonight. On the flip side the Timberwolves came into the game healthier compared to the past games.

This was one of those grind out games as the Kings came in here on a mission. Sacramento’s plan was to out run the Timberwolves and simply try to beat them with pace. Sabonis started the game off on fire as he was able to have his prints all over the game. He was able to display his rebounding and passing ability but also was able to get to the rim when needed. Sabonis made the Timberwolves pay in transition as he was grabbing the rebound and running the point at the same time. Defensively Sabonis is a tough guard and he made Rudy Gobert work tonight. Sabonis finished the game with 21 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 assists but the night belonged to his teammate Malik Monk.

Tonight Malik Monk came in and gave them instant offense as he was able to finish with 39 points for the Kings. It’s crazy to think he’s coming off the bench after watching his shooting display tonight. Monk was able to get to his spots off the dribble and make them pay for it. Also Monk was found open a couple of times as well when and made some huge jumpers when the Kings needed it. This game had Malik Monk’s hands all over it but the best part about tonight was the leadership that he showed when Sabonis fouled out the game in overtime. Malik Monk was able to get to his spots and really put the Kings on his back down the stretch with tough shots.

The Minnesota Timberwolves came up short tonight in overtime but Jaden McDaniels had his best game of his young career with 26 points on the night. McDaniels was able to knock down shot after shot tonight when the team needed it and he was still playing elite defense. When Anthony Edwards who finished with 11 points left the game for personal reasons it was Jaden McDaniels who took over the game. This wasn’t one of Karl-Anthony Towns best shooting nights but he finished with 19 points and Naz Reid 18 points. The Wolves had a chance to tie the game in overtime but Naz Reid missed the 3 point attempt.

Rudy Gobert had a double-double in action tonight too with 16 points and 16 rebounds. As long as he’s healthy with the rest of this team they will be a tough out but the Kings got the best of them tonight.

Look for the Timberwolves to bounce back against the LA Clippers at home on Sunday. Let’s also hope that Anthony Edwards is back in the lineup ready to go.

 

(Credit) Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

 

Mar 1, 2024 No Comments
The Minnesota Timberwolves Defeated Memphis (110-101)

The Minnesota Timberwolves Defeated Memphis (110-101)

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by | Feb 29, 2024 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming into this game after playing last night. The way that the team came out tonight you can see that they weren’t as ready as the well rested Memphis Grizzlies. The Timberwolves did have Karl-Anthony Towns back in the lineup which was huge. Both Rudy and Anthony were game time decisions and both showed a lot of toughness by wanting to be available for their teammates.

The Grizzlies came out on fire as they stunned the Minnesota crowd with an12-0 run to start the game off. Throughout the next 3 quarters it was nothing but grit and grind from Memphis as they were able to get to the loose balls and attack the paint with a Rudy Gobert who was still not 100%. Jaren Jackson Jr had himself a night in Minnesota as he was able to finish with 33 points and 13 rebounds. Jackson Jr was beating the Wolves to the rim and was able to hit his 3 point shot consistently tonight. He was making them pay inside and outside the paint tonight until those adjustments were made by the Minnesota coaching staff.

The Timberwolves ended up putting Anthony Edwards on Jaren Jackson Jr in the 2nd half and it limited him to the point that player from the 1st half was MIA. Edwards was physical with Jackson Jr and he was able to move with him speed wise making it tough on him all night after halftime. Anthony Edwards was doing that and he still was able to finish the game with 34 points on the night. When Anthony Edwards plays like this on both ends it can be a scary sight for anyone. Jaden McDaniels played some great defense and got back into things on the offensive side as he had 12 points on the night. Jaden has that mojo back and that will be something to monitor going forward because his energy is infectious.

The Timberwolves were fighting in this one until the late 4th but were able to pull it out. This team has been playing with some chemistry that has been amazing all season long and they will carry that to Friday when they take on the Sacramento Kings.

 

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Feb 29, 2024 No Comments
Ant Man’s 34 Point Performance Propels Minnesota To Victory Over The Spurs (114-105)

Ant Man’s 34 Point Performance Propels Minnesota To Victory Over The Spurs (114-105)

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by | Feb 27, 2024 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves were coming off a win against Brooklyn on Saturday. Tonight they would be facing the San Antonio Spurs who are led by rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama he’s been special all year long. The Timberwolves would be without Karl-Anthony Towns due to personal reasons and Rudy Gobert was a game time decision but he was active for the Spurs matchup.

The Timberwolves came out on fire in this game as it seemed as though they couldn’t miss anything. Anthony Edwards started that 1st quarter off with 12 points and continued to take off from there. Edwards was getting to his spots and he was able to get his jumper whenever he wanted tonight with his step back that creates space. When Edwards has it going like this the Timberwolves are tough to beat it doesn’t matter who they’re playing or who’s available on his team. During the game Anthony Edwards ended up tweaking his ankle before halftime as the crowd went from cheers to worrisome faces. Ant Man came back to start that 2nd half and gave the team that boost they needed as he finished the game with 34 points.

Rudy Gobert had himself a night as well being that true defensive anchor and showing his dominance in the paint against the Spurs and Wemby. Rudy Gobert was able to pound the paint as he finished with a double double of 13 points and 17 rebounds. Rudy was able to body anyone that was guarding him in the paint tonight between Wemby/Collins and was able to make it tough on San Antonio tonight.

The other big man Naz Reid had himself a night as well finishing with 22 points and 6 rebounds on the night. When Naz plays like this off the bench it opens up the game for the Timberwolves when it comes to lineups and matchups throughout the game. Naz is one of those nightmare mismatches for defenses because he can do everything from bring the ball up the court to posting you up and so much more.

The Timberwolves as a whole made this a blowout in that 3rd quarter but the Spurs kept fighting to stay in the game inching closer and closer to their lead. Wemby was special in his time out there but it was Keldon Johnson off the bench with his 20 points and Devin Vassell with his 21 points that kept the Spurs making noise in this game. They kept hitting shot after shot to counter the 2 pointers the Timberwolves were making. The Spurs fought til the end but the Wolves had the last say in this game.

Minnesota has another game tomorrow against the Memphis Grizzlies and Anthony Edwards who tweaked his ankle said that he will be playing tomorrow.

 

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Feb 27, 2024 No Comments
The Detroit Pistons Trade Monte Morris To The Minnesota Timberwolves

The Detroit Pistons Trade Monte Morris To The Minnesota Timberwolves

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by | Feb 7, 2024 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been in the market for a back up point guard for about a month now. Today the Timberwolves took that opportunity to make that desire for a back up point guard a reality. The Minnesota Timberwolves traded with the Detroit Pistons as they aquired Monte Morris for Shake Milton, Troy Brown Jr, and a 2030 2nd round pick. The addition of Monte Morris gives the Timberwolves some more scoring but also they bring in a player with great passing ability/IQ with playoff experience. This year Monte Morris only played in 6 games this season for the Pistons but last season for the Washington Wizards he played in 62 games averaging 10 PPG and 5 AST.  Monte Morris will help the Timberwolves for this playoff push down the stretch and he will not be too far off from the Mike Conley’s talent when inserted into the game. Monte Morris is one of those players that has great team chemistry and he will be able to gel with this team instantly. Monte Morris will work wonders for Naz Reid, Nickeil-Alexander Walker, and Kyle Anderson with his playmaking skills. The trade deadline is tomorrow and will will see if the Minnesota Timberwolves are going to continue to be players in the trade market. If the Timberwolves are as serious as everyone thinks they are then another move to bolster the roster wouldn’t hurt at all.

 

 

Feb 7, 2024 No Comments
The Timberwolves Defeated Houston (111-90) As Coach Finch Officially Gets To Coach The Western All Stars

The Timberwolves Defeated Houston (111-90) As Coach Finch Officially Gets To Coach The Western All Stars

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by | Feb 4, 2024 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves were stunned by the Orlando Magic the other night. They were looking for bounce back in a major way with Houston coming into town. The good thing about this game was if the Timberwolves won they would get Coach Finch into the All Star game as the Western Conference Head Coach.

It was a game that started out back and forth as both the Rockets/Timberwolves were figuring each other out. The 2nd half it was clear that Anthony Edwards came out with another gear as he was able to score 22 points in the 3rd quarter alone. When Edwards plays like this the Timberwolves are tough to beat.

 

 

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Feb 4, 2024 No Comments