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How the Timberwolves Defense Can Get Back To Dominating | What Was Different About Last Year?

How the Timberwolves Defense Can Get Back To Dominating | What Was Different About Last Year?

Update: 2025-10-01
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The Minnesota Timberwolves were the best defensive team in the NBA two seasons ago but slipped on that end of the floor last year. What was different, and how has the defense impacted the Wolves' transition offense? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the minutes without Rudy Gobert are the most important when it comes to improvement on both ends of the floor. Plus, the real biggest question surrounding the Wolves this season.

 

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How the Timberwolves Defense Can Get Back To Dominating | What Was Different About Last Year?

How the Timberwolves Defense Can Get Back To Dominating | What Was Different About Last Year?

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