Former Minnesota Timberwolves wing Nickeil Alexander-Walker left the team in free agency, signing with the Atlanta Hawks. His return to Minnesota will be anticipated by Timberwolves fans. However, the NBA dropped the ball with the schedule release. Alexander-Walker's return to Minnesota on February 9 won't be nationally televised. Additionally, the Wolves will first travel to Atlanta on December 31.
While it might not seem like the biggest deal to a neutral observer, this will be a big moment for Wolves fans. It's the little things that matter with the NBA schedule, and having the first game being in Atlanta paired with his return to Minnesota not being nationally televised is unfortunate for Wolves fans.