The Timberwolves went just 29-53 a year ago, but you wouldn’t know it if you’ve paid attention to the hype — both nationally and locally.
Yes, expectations are high, no matter how vigorously president of basketball operations/head coach Tom Thobideau and general manager Scott Layden attempt to soften said expectations.
Truthfully, there are a number of young talents on the Timberwolves squad. And while the 2016-17 roster will boast each of the last two Rookie of the Year award-winners, even more individual hardware could be claimed come next spring.
Back to that ROY award. Earlier this weekend, we covered the NBA.