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Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders remains close to Bulls' Zach LaVine, thrilled for his success

— Matt Slocum, Associated Press

CHICAGO – The moments Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders said he will remember most about former Wolves and current Bulls guard Zach LaVine are those away from the court.

Before Wednesday’s matchup, Saunders relayed a story from his wedding day about how LaVine was one of the first people Saunders saw outside the church as he was hustling to make it in time after being traded to Chicago.

“He raced from Chicago and his flight was delayed but he had to be there,” Saunders said. “That’s a moment that’s always going to stick with me.