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Fast-break points evade Wolves despite gains in pace of play

So far this season, the Wolves have accomplished their goal of being one of the fastest-paced teams in the league.

They average 104.1 possessions per game, fifth in the league and a jump from their No. 13 ranking (100.9) a season ago.

It might naturally follow, then, that the Wolves would be at the top in fast-break points. But surprisingly, they are one of the worst teams in the league in that category. They average just 10.1 points per game — 29th in the league.

How can that be? If the Wolves are playing so fast, how come they can’t find success in transition?