ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 18: Head coach Ryan Saunders of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on January 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the 2020-21 NBA season with mild expectations for success.
The building blocks were in place. Karl-Anthony Towns was healthy and motivated to play alongside his friend and fellow All-Star D’Angelo Russell.