Great video. As a Wolves fan i’m glad you recognized Rudy’s improved defense on the perimeter and KAT playing the best defense of his career too. People love to draw comparisons between the wolves this year and the Jazz when Rudy was there. Failing to understand the Jazz only player besides Rudy who was even remotely competent on defense was Royce O’neale. The Timberwolves have atleast 6 other players besides Rudy who are good to great, VERSATILE defenders.
@StillKeepOnLosing7 ай бұрын
Utah had a real Superstar in D Mitchel. Ant is a fraud.... Big Diff
@MNSportsJunkie1017 ай бұрын
Minnesota is always gonna fondly remember that 2004 season with MVP Kevin Garnett and a Western Conference Finals appearance, but the big difference with this current team is that it feels built to last more than just one year. This season has been a joy to watch so far and I hope it can continue into late May at minimum.
@zermanman98917 ай бұрын
Rudy and Mike Conley are old
@DeezerWeezer207 ай бұрын
@@zermanman9891?
@deezpleez38327 ай бұрын
@@zermanman9891Ant and McDaniels are young
@zermanman98917 ай бұрын
@@deezpleez3832 yeah but 2 key starters are old. How is this team built to last a long time?
@averygreen22447 ай бұрын
@@zermanman9891his name is ant that’s how we built to last
@noedidit.7 ай бұрын
people saw a clip of rudy get cooked on the perimeter once like in 2019 and automatically assumed he is overrated. he really has changed this team for the better. he might not be the most talented player on the team but i believe he’s easily been the most important.
@jimmyjay6897 ай бұрын
We saw Embid score 50 on him this year
@olivernelson2247 ай бұрын
@@jimmyjay689talented offensive players are always going to have an advantage over defenders in this era of the nba
@KrustyKrabPizza227 ай бұрын
@@jimmyjay689And we saw Chet get bodied by him??? Same with Wemby. Didn't know one game made or break a player
@aayanrussell79727 ай бұрын
I agree he's made a huge difference, but Ae5 is the denominator.
@brycevanderwal32597 ай бұрын
One of the greatest offensive players in the history of basketball scored 50 on him???? yeah he Is ass@@jimmyjay689
@ReasonableSteelersFan7 ай бұрын
rudy goatbear is lowkey making a goat defender case
@bkelly6257 ай бұрын
No way… He doesn’t have the playoff success for that. Tim Duncan and Hakeem Olajuwon are a tier above everyone else and then several more before Gobert like Bill Russell, KG, David Robinson, Ben Wallace, Scottie Pippen, Draymond and Kawhi. He might be making a case for 10th over Dikembe Mutombo
@kelanf2407 ай бұрын
I wouldn't say goat but definitely elite
@jimmyjay6897 ай бұрын
Embid gave him 50
@ReasonableSteelersFan7 ай бұрын
@@bkelly625 5 DPOYS at 31 and improving on the perimeter.. i wasnt, and am not saying he is, youre right they are better. However this is the best team hes has around him his whole career, dont be surprised if they make it deep and this convo is different
@ReasonableSteelersFan7 ай бұрын
4lol oops
@iwannatalktosampson58527 ай бұрын
As lomg as jaden & naz are healthy in the playoffs im confident the playoffs will be fun. Not to mention since we aquired morris turnovers have been down so feel like adding that 2nd playmaker will be huge in the 2nd half
@eldon10117 ай бұрын
6:59 I think you’re really double counting the turnovers as an offensive problem rather than THE offensive problem. They top three in 3pt%, top seven in true shooting and have two all stars offensively. It’s not that they can’t afford to give away possession cause they need the possessions to support a bad offense, but instead that the turnovers are the only thing holding the offense back. It’s a big deal cause it’s one thing to solve instead of turnovers and bad offense (which is more likely to be personnel based)
@bryann70737 ай бұрын
All I can say is Minnesota needs a championship in something. We have the worst streak from any sport with no championships and the Timberwolves team could be the first to break our horrible streak.
@ryaninSartell7 ай бұрын
Linx
@thomaskilian49897 ай бұрын
Big Timberwolves fan here. Watch almost every game. U are spot on with every take u made. U clearly do your research. Very well done!
@StillKeepOnLosing7 ай бұрын
Except he didnt mention Ant is a fraud... go look for youself... lmfao
@JoeWhitney-sx8zg7 ай бұрын
@@StillKeepOnLosingL take… cooks all your favorite players.
@StillKeepOnLosing7 ай бұрын
@@JoeWhitney-sx8zg ? Fried Chicken Ant Man has won titles? Couldnt even win a FIBA world title lmfao. Got destroyed by Dillon Brooks. Lmfao
@StillKeepOnLosing7 ай бұрын
@@JoeWhitney-sx8zg You remember when the Dillon Brooks cooked the fried chicken? Lmfao
@wemakecookie7 ай бұрын
@@StillKeepOnLosingHow is he fraud. He's only 22 and has averaged like 30 ppg in the playoffs
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
IF the Wolves win it all this season. You can add Ant as a top 5 player in the league cause you know it will be due to riding him throughout the playoffs. Then the talks of where can he rank among all time greats when all said and done talk will start on sports talk shows. And mark my words, those days are coming. Sooner than people may think.
@bossaudio127 ай бұрын
Made a hater video earlier this year, casual basketball channel
@duffal07 ай бұрын
And now we let the Cone Curse do it’s thing🙂
@freshnaproductions21057 ай бұрын
Honestly, I really want Minnesota to finally win. They're one of my favorite teams and I pray they'll win it all soon, but they need experience, so the WCF is the most relistic spot they'll end up being.
@blockingbeast7 ай бұрын
Yeah I think they’ll finally win a playoff series. At least one
@DeezerWeezer207 ай бұрын
if we don’t win won series im disappointed
@erickleinwolterink35247 ай бұрын
So crazy that a team with Ant and Kat has been an offensively inconsistent team. If they can maintain composure on both ends of the floor... It's going to go really far
@Waysubs7 ай бұрын
I feel like a lot of people don’t understand how close the wolves were last year. We gave the nuggets the biggest fight out of any team and we weren’t even complete. Kat missed 60 games, gobert, NAW and Conley all joined halfway through the season and had no chemistry, Jaden mcdaniels, Naz Reid and slomo all got injured right before the playoffs so it was basically ant vs the nuggets offensively. I genuinely believe if the current wolves team replayed that nuggets team that we would win that series especially since all of our bench players have improved drastically and they all have had time to build chemistry.
@lemarjohnson26817 ай бұрын
Timberwolves are contenders 😊
@niroboyzent.52517 ай бұрын
We just signed Mike Conley for 2 extra years on 21-22 mil a year and we still have young pieces like Leo and Jaylen who we havent seen play yet💯
@EgirlPoke7 ай бұрын
Wolves are really the only team in the NBA that completely controls how far they go. When they don't turn it over they have an insanely efficient offense, with the 7th highest eFG%
@karlk10047 ай бұрын
Exactly. If they clean it up they could roll everyone.
@alex.96997 ай бұрын
@@karlk1004 Literally championship worthy if they play their best ball
@PixelliteTV6 ай бұрын
I Think the timberwolves are the title favorites because they have borderline all star players and here is a better explanation. Talented Roster and Emerging Stars: The Timberwolves boast a roster filled with exciting young talent. Anthony Edwards, the 2020-21 Rookie of the Year, has electrified fans with his explosive scoring ability and charisma. Alongside him, Karl-Anthony Towns dominates both ends of the court, showcasing his versatility as a big man. Their synergy and potential bode well for the team’s future. Defensive Anchors: Led by Rudy Gobert, the Timberwolves have fortified their defense. Gobert’s shot-blocking prowess and rim protection make opponents think twice before venturing into the paint. His presence elevates the team’s overall defensive efficiency, a crucial factor in their success. Coaching and Leadership: Under the guidance of head coach Chris Finch, the Timberwolves have found stability. Finch’s strategic acumen and player development focus have reinvigorated the team. His ability to maximize their strengths and address weaknesses has been pivotal. Offensive Firepower: Minnesota’s offensive game is multifaceted. They move the ball well, find open looks, and capitalize on transition opportunities. With players like Edwards, Towns, and Michael Conley, they can light up the scoreboard. Their offensive rating ranks among the league’s best. Jason Kidd’s Endorsement: Former NBA star and current Dallas Mavericks coach, Jason Kidd, recently praised the Timberwolves. After a tough loss to Minnesota, Kidd acknowledged their prowess, stating that they are the best team in the league1. His words resonate with fans and analysts alike. Resilience and Recent Success: Despite challenges, the Timberwolves have persevered. Their recent victories against formidable opponents, including the Utah Jazz and San Antonio Spurs, demonstrate their mettle. They’ve climbed to the top of the standings, and their resilience makes them a force to be reckoned with.
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
I still prefer my 4 allstar perfectly meshed team of: KG, Cassell, Spree and Wally. Cassell was absolute killer in clutch time. If he had not gotten hurt we make the finals 100% and great chance we beat Pistons.
@daudimasinde62807 ай бұрын
Coulda woulda shoulda
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
@@daudimasinde6280 Still irrelevant to the fact that it is MY Best wolves team of all time. So get woke clown.
@billhicks8087 ай бұрын
Except Wally was hurt that entire year.
@rosssivertson63397 ай бұрын
The Lakers with Shaq and Kobe was the most unfortunate team they could have run into. They had a really good team but no answer for Shaq.
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
@@rosssivertson6339 We were up 2 to 1. Up at halftime with both Kobe and Shaq in major foul trouble since we attacked the paint like crazy. Then after halftime we just settled for all jump shots and the rest is history. So instead of being up 3 to 1 they tied it 2-2.
@homedogg12337 ай бұрын
If this offense can even be top 15 or better the rest of the way this team has finals potential
@itsjayn45387 ай бұрын
damn... I never thought about that but the Wolves have been ass almost all history , this is for sure the best timberwolves team ever (even if you just look at talent OR stats)
@Charlesnoppen7 ай бұрын
keep the grind
@three_cone7 ай бұрын
🫡
@maxdriver50077 ай бұрын
Timberwolves will win the finals in 4
@FOKTV_7 ай бұрын
Imagine naz Reid as OKC’s starting PF 😍
@scoutrohwedder55147 ай бұрын
idk why but he fr just dont play pf like i think if chet was on the wolves they would push him to the 4 rather than naz
@timaltstadt8247 ай бұрын
Ant is the next MJ right now imo
@thundersp92177 ай бұрын
If gobert gets another dpoy, what else would he need to do to be a hall of famer
@three_cone7 ай бұрын
He’s already there imo
@Ellivation7 ай бұрын
Absolutely nothing
@urbaindelva78697 ай бұрын
@@EllivationNothing else, but it would be cool if he won a championship one day.
@Seattlefan777 ай бұрын
3 turnovers per game isn't a big deal for Ant since he is a primary ball handler.
@Dustee-g5q7 ай бұрын
You know ball
@joeyvalure7 ай бұрын
Look historically at what teams that have the best defense in the league do in the playoffs. Basically they always at least make the conference finals. Defense still wins championships even in basketball. The only thing we lack in Minnesota is playoff experience but I think that series against Denver last season will really prove to be huge. Time will tell 🐺
@basketofbuckets7 ай бұрын
Kings beat them in 4
@ken587637 ай бұрын
Great video, as a wolves fan couldn’t have put it better. Subbed!
@iwannatalktosampson58527 ай бұрын
As a wolves fan i think our ceiling is wcf . until kat proves he can show up in the playoffs dont think we can win a championship .
@blockingbeast7 ай бұрын
I think y’all will win a playoff series thisvyear
@wemakecookie7 ай бұрын
I think KAT will show up in the playoffs this year. I think he's more comfortable as a 1b guy rather than 1a, which Edwards clearly is now.
@mrblue___5 ай бұрын
Here to congratulate Ant & the Timbs on sweeping KD & the Suns, winning their first round series since 04 🎊 🎊 🎉🎉 Lakers fan Edit: 2-0 vs the Nuggets, wow! 🎊
@charleybarley9147 ай бұрын
The Rudy Effect is real and he's got a much better cast of defenders around him. The Minnesota Timberwolves have developed an actual "culture".
@anthonytrevino31917 ай бұрын
Greta videos! Also I’m not gay and unsure why my parents don’t believe me
@juliethompson48997 ай бұрын
Maybe use their normal colors so we don't think it's Charlotte?
@CameronSend6 ай бұрын
As long as we don't face the nuggets or pels right away I'm hopeful we make a deep run
@Daveyjdigital7 ай бұрын
Wolves on Top 🌲🐺
@dehaman_4_1447 ай бұрын
It's all about health now. The healthiest team wins.
@TylerAnderson-xl6hb7 ай бұрын
This wolves team has a much better roster than the 03-04 team. Though time will tell if they have that level of success.
@jameshood42766 ай бұрын
Jaden McDaniels has the highest clutch rating on the team which is great for him but concerning when it comes to the playoffs. We need our stars to hit big shots
@sportsmaniac46237 ай бұрын
Something that people don't talk about is how much better NAZ has gotten on defense he used to be an arm slapper in the paint but now he does well to not foul and stay in front of his guy
@jimmyjay6897 ай бұрын
KG's MVP year
@christianwitness7 ай бұрын
They are a #2 seed in the west; 2nd , in my opinion, only to Denver...
@isojayy.7 ай бұрын
Biggest pretender 😂 let’s see if they prove me wrong
@Ellivation7 ай бұрын
WHERE IS ALL THE RUDY GOBERT HATE?!
@JustGo4907 ай бұрын
Ruby is going to be a HOFer
@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs7 ай бұрын
feel like we are witnessing the utah jazz 2.0
@JC-Prod-y6y7 ай бұрын
When we getting a podcast @threecone?
@ThunderTalk7 ай бұрын
We hear early early! 🎉🎉 Time to eat dinner and watch
@Jeromeyromeyrome7 ай бұрын
This fool really has them fourth out in the west ☠️ they have favorable matchups against the thunder and clippers and play the nugs the best in the conference. They are locked in at 2 until proven otherwise
@urbaindelva78697 ай бұрын
The Thunder and the Clippers are anything but favorable matchups. Both of those teams are capable of beating the Wolves in a series.
@nydibs7 ай бұрын
The Thunder are too soft. Chet gets pushed around. That matchup depends on how physical the refs let them play If they call touch fouls. Okc has the slight advantage. If they let them play, okc stands no chance Wolves are 2-0 vs the clippers this season, with the wolves dominating in each game so far
@Jeromeyromeyrome7 ай бұрын
@@urbaindelva7869 clips have absolutely 0 size and get fucking dominated by gobert
@Irfanhill7 ай бұрын
I am French, I am a big supporter of Rudy Gobert since the start of his career despite being disappointed sometimes by his lack of progress in offense, and even with all that I thought the trade for him was a very bad idea by the Wolves, never thought it would work alongside KAT, and thought he was not worth all those picks (still kind of think it tbh). The Wolves proved me and a lot of people wrong this season! I hope for KAT and Gobzilla that they achieve success in the playoffs too!
@emilfrederiksen.16227 ай бұрын
Minesotta just needs more depth and Offensive production and they could be become a Championship team.
@bradlowry10597 ай бұрын
Luv ur stuff, especially early and consistent T-Wolves support. But time to update your image files. Ant changed to #5 this year 😮
@Sprintlines7 ай бұрын
The Fact the T Wolves are cooking this hard is INSANE!!
@ARo1517 ай бұрын
I think they're a legit team and they have a chance but I wouldn't consider them a favorite. In the playoffs because you're playing better teams there's a lot more focus on half court offense and less transition opportunities, and teams can focus in and scheme better on defense, so I think their offensive troubles could get absolutely exposed and abused in a playoff series. However like you said if Ant levels it up, Kat actually plays better, not worse, and McDaniels can get closer to 40% from 3 during the playoffs, they could in theory put together 4 good offensive games before 3 bad ones in a full series and let the defense carry them through
@erickleinwolterink35247 ай бұрын
Had to make sure I wasn't watching on 2x speed. More info in less time than most channels do in multiple videos.
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
Only player i do not trust on my wolves come playoffs is Towns. I have been pro trade Kat. If he plays like trash again these playoffs. And they do not trade him next summer, i will riot.
@eldon10117 ай бұрын
‘I don’t get why people think I hate the wolves’ (when I picked that clickbait title and theyd be fourth pick out outta the west)
@jonasgorea38237 ай бұрын
I think because ur a thunfer fan people just assume you hate the wolves. Lmao
@JoeWhitney-sx8zg7 ай бұрын
12:00 You gotta have Wolves higher than 3rd or 4th in the west… come on now.
@whirlysquirrely33687 ай бұрын
This team is awesome man. O hope they go far. Make the playoffs interesting.
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
Jaden last year needed to be on an all defensive team. This year, overall, he has not been that. Still really good but not on that level imo. So i guess he will make it then a year later is my guess. 🤔🙄
@johnnybadmen34737 ай бұрын
I'm predicting conference finals for this team.
@CharlesSweet7 ай бұрын
...I'll see y'all later? Does that make me a real one?
@veepeecee86307 ай бұрын
the only person i think is a fraaud is you!
@cruz84997 ай бұрын
TTW t shirt is fire. Just earned a sub!
@DoPtRiGGa7 ай бұрын
And they're still not getting a ring 🤣😂
@Youralwayswhining43677 ай бұрын
Once they can shoot the ball they'll be in there
@itsjayn45387 ай бұрын
i would love to see first round bucks vs wolves but only if we get a real coach till playoff time
@torinoconnor42967 ай бұрын
They play in different conferences lol
@MinnesotaEverything7 ай бұрын
Kyle Anderson value is underrated
@THCBOT7 ай бұрын
Timberwolves vs Thunder wcf
@three_cone7 ай бұрын
Would love to see it!
@alanscott76037 ай бұрын
The salary cap issue for this team next season is a concern though, with Conley got extended, the Wolves salary will be 185/186 million on 7 rotation guys and 3 bench warmers. They are also impossible to resign SloMo with 3 supermax on their roster with KAT,ANT and Gobert. Maybe this is the off season that Tows will be move? Even with this success?
@aayanrussell79727 ай бұрын
Katt isn't going nowhere.
@JoeWhitney-sx8zg7 ай бұрын
It’s the NBA not the NFL… you can pay 7 guys and have 3 minimum guys with a lot of success as long as the guys you pay are productive like the wolves.
@LloydTackwell7 ай бұрын
they are for real. Only weakness is point guard, conley isn't the same. All they need to do is sign a good point guard and they will beat anyone. Naz and Mcdaniels are brutal Towns should get most improved player award. They flat out dominate in the paint and this coach is my coach of the year
@luisdeloera747 ай бұрын
I think dejounte Murray would be a good fit markelle fultz as well if we need a cheap option maybe monte morris or delon wright
@homedogg12337 ай бұрын
I think Monte Morris will be huge for them once he gets more time building chemistry with the team and coming back from his injury
@Jeromeyromeyrome7 ай бұрын
Conley is one of the most efficient guards in the league wouldn’t exactly call that a weakness but okay lol
@LloydTackwell7 ай бұрын
@@homedogg1233 if thats true look out he was curry like in his prime but he isn't close to that now
@WheresWaldo057 ай бұрын
Worst take i have ever seen. You can when you read a comment and someone hasn't watched one wolves game. Little lone every game. 🤡🤡🤡
@SANDMAN_77 ай бұрын
Until they make the wcf they are not the best
@Liam-gg4ek7 ай бұрын
First round exit
@mrblue___5 ай бұрын
L
@tylersworld35837 ай бұрын
I feel as though the T-Wolves are a Western Conference Finals team at best, I'm sorry I just can't see them going to the Finals this season, plus with guys like Gobert, Towns, and Conley all getting older they need to get some younger talent around Ant-Man because they won't be there for long, and I actually don't like the bench that much for this team as other people might, they're a great team don't get me wrong but I think they've overachieved a bit imo. If you ask me I like the Nuggets, Clippers and Suns over the Timberwolves, just saying.
@1017_CK7 ай бұрын
Just say you dont watch wolves games. Wolves have one of the best benches in the NBA. Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander Walker would be starting on almost every west team.
@noedidit.7 ай бұрын
towns is 28 fam💀 gobert doesn’t rely on foot speed to defend. he’s just got great iq. they have younger pieces off the bench to help.
@aayanrussell79727 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@Jeromeyromeyrome7 ай бұрын
Ahh yes my favorite take 27 year old Karl Anthony towns is TOO old for the ant edwards timeframe
@aayanrussell79727 ай бұрын
@@Jeromeyromeyrome I knew there was at least one who thought like you on this thread. 🤣
@DC701827 ай бұрын
first round exit enrergy
@bossaudio127 ай бұрын
Casual
@johnnygoodman18857 ай бұрын
U cant even spell energy. Grade school peaked mofo
@loweschannel1727 ай бұрын
Haters 😝
@ClappedCheeks1.17 ай бұрын
All Time series history Twolves vs Trail Blazers WTF?! 7:32
@mrsasshole7 ай бұрын
I can't say I agree with the assertion that the wolves would "plummet down the standings" without Gobert given that they have two elite wing defenders in McDaniels and Edwards, an above average defenders in KAT and NAW, and literally the entire rest of the rotation is at a minimum an above average team defender. However, Rudy is indeed the straw that stirs the drink. There's no more dominant force in the paint than Gobert. But conversely, the defensive talent around Rudy has allowed him to actually leave the paint on close outs or on rare occasions even defend at the perimeter because he can trust the rest of the guys on the court. Again, I don't think they'd plummet, but if I was a Wolves fan, I definitely wouldn't want to see what a Gobert-less Wolves team looks like, either. I keep expecting the Wolves offense to take a jump. Its been less than the sum of its parts this season, but they have flashes of brilliance that show you what they could potentially be. A few big things that stand out for me with their offense: -Too many turnovers (duh). -Too often in the 4th quarter they resort to iso ball instead of relying on the ball movement that worked so well in quarters 1-3. -I love Jaden McDaniels, but he flat out needs to step up his scoring game. He's regressed offensively this year and you don't expect that from a guy his age. -They're a great 3 point shooting team with high 30's and low 40's % shooters all over the roster. But they don't take nearly enough of them. Would love to see their 3 point attempts jump by +5 per game.
@wemakecookie7 ай бұрын
Recently the offense has been a lot better, taking more threes and turning it over less. In there last 10 games I think they're 5th in offensive efficiency.
@mrsasshole7 ай бұрын
@@wemakecookie You're spot on, Cook and I had meant to mention how good they've looked offensively their past dozen games or so. Hopefully it's a sign of things to come.