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Defense, Defense, Defense
- By Matthew Hayden
- January 2nd, 2010
The Minnesota Timberwolves currently has a team running a triangle offense, and while they have struggled to run it at times, it's mainly because of having jump shooters that can knock down shots.
Corey Brewer has emerged as of late, Wayne Ellington is starting to become more consistent, Jonny Flynn can shoot mid range shots very consistently, but the Wolves aren't a good jump shooting team.
Besides that they can score, point blank.
But the main focus that the Minnesota Timberwolves need to focus on, would have to be defense.
Corey Brewer is the best perimeter defender on the team, but there are some very key components that would make this team better defensively:
A starting caliber defensive big man: The Wolves are desperately lacking in this department.
The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired center Ryan...
Alando Tucker Evaluation
- By Matthew Hayden
- January 1st, 2010
David Kahn recently traded backup point guard Jason Hart for Alando Tucker, a 2nd round pick and cash, in a trade that only benefits the Wolves.
Besides the possibility of Tucker contributing, Tucker can contribute to the Timberwolves in a number of ways.
Alando Tucker was traded from the Phoenix Suns, an organization with a number of accomplished wing players like Leandro Barbosa, Jason Richardson, and Grant Hill.
Alando Tucker was averaging 3 minutes a game, and rarely had time to put up any numbers.
Alando Tucker may get his wish in the triangle offense that head coach Kurt Rambis is running, that includes a lot of ball movement and cutting.
"I like it.
You get a lot of movement from a lot of different guys," Tucker said after class was dismissed.
"It...
Ryan Hollins Taking Steps
- By Matthew Hayden
- December 31st, 2009
Ryan Hollins was acquired during the offesason for a very reasonable 3 year/ 7 million dollar contract.
Standing at 7'0'', with an incredible wingspan and leaping ability, Ryan Hollins was acquired to help the lack of size and depth in the paint, and ultimately is a legitimate prospect.
Ryan Hollins has 4 straight games where he's registered at least 1 block.
Ryan Hollins hasn't exactly been providing the blocks as originally anticipated, and it's simply because he doesn't get enough minutes, but it's not because of Kurt Rambis.
"He has the length, the size, but he hasn't developed the timing and instincts for blocking shots yet," Rambis said.
"That's something we're working on with him, but it mostly comes with experience."
Ryan Hollins gets into foul trouble so quickly, that he can't stay on...
Al Jefferson and Kevin Love: Top 5 Frontcourt in NBA
- By Matthew Hayden
- December 31st, 2009
Whenever a great team forms, announcers tend to say things like "everyone's going to have to deal with this team for years to come". Well, with a more seasoned Kevin Love, and an lighter Al Jefferson, "everyone's going to have to deal with Kevin Love and Al Jefferson for years to come". Al Jefferson averaged 23 points and 11 rebounds last season, while Kevin Love averaged 11 points and 9 rebounds last season. Total, they combined for 34 points, and 20 rebounds on average last season. Pau Gasol averaged 19 points and 9 rebounds, and Andrew Bynum averaged 14 points and 8 rebounds. Andrew Bynum played the same number of games Al Jefferson played, and the same for Kevin Love. Bynum and Gasol averaged 33 points and 17 rebounds. Al Jefferson and...
Al Jefferson is Maturing, and Getting Better
- By Matthew Hayden
- December 31st, 2009
A torn ACL would have ended an NBA career 20 years ago. Al Jefferson and teammate Corey Brewer both suffered the same injuries, and it appears that Al Jefferson is slowly but surely getting his groove back. But besides that, Al Jefferson is known for his charisma, and his goofiness in the locker room. This season? Not so much. Al Jefferson's demeanor has definitely taken a maturity. The once goofy Al Jefferson is no more, and it's showing on and off the basketball court. Al Jefferson wanting to improve his game in each aspect is a direct sign of maturity. He made continuous statements on wanting to get better on defense, passing out of the double team and trusting the triangle. Al Jefferson also has been known to settle for his decent mid range jumper too many...
Jonny Flynn: A Wolf in Wolves Clothing
- By Matthew Hayden
- December 31st, 2009
When it comes to leadership and personality, Jonny Flynn already has the mental skills to allow his teammates to let him dominate the ball. I have to admit, that watching this video, almost makes me have a man crush on Jonny Flynn, being a true Minnesota Timberwolves fan. . Also, check out my self made video on Jonny Flynn's summer league play. . Jonny Flynn has been officially given the tools to the Wolves offense, and it appears that he's slowly getting better and better as the preseason goes on. When it comes to turnovers in the summer league, Jonny Flynn averaged almost 5, but in the preseason, not so much... Preseason stats: 13.8 PPG, 4.2 APG, 1.0 SPG and 1.0 RPG, shooting 43% from the field and 36% from the 3-point line. But what's impressive,...
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