The 2016-17 season was supposed to be Minnesota Timberwolves' first step towards future NBA domination. Equipped with a new, respected decision-maker in Tom Thibodeau and a plethora of young talent that was the envy of the Association, Karl-Anthony Towns and the pups were all set to own the Western Conference...that is, once the Golden State Warriors decided they were done with it.
At season's tip, Vegas was on their side, having set the T'Wolves' over/under at 41.5 games. Our algorithms agreed, as they predicted a 39-win season for the franchise.