As the Minnesota Timberwolves head into the final stretch of the season, they have very publicly committed to finishing out the season competitively. Head Coach Chris Finch addressed the issue head-on, stating that the Wolves have told their core players that they will not be overly resting anyone. Over at The Athletic, Jon Krawczynski outlined the Wolves agenda and reasoning for not tanking, highlighting how the Wolves need to demonstrate that they can win.
This plan is at odds with the savvier fans that imagine themselves as backseat general managers. After all, what is the cost of ensuring that the Wolves optimize their chances of retaining their draft pick?