Timberwolves defense would benefit from a better offense
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Part 6 of a series: Six quarterbacks are on the draft radar to fill both practical and philosophical needs for the Vikings.
Souhan: This is KAT's chance to prove Flip Saunders was right
The series against Phoenix will give Karl-Anthony Towns an opportunity unlike any he's had before to prove the faith people have shown in him. Can KAT come through?
Former Cooper football star Howard transfers from LSU to Gophers
Former Cooper star and LSU defensive end Jaxon Howard, the most highly touted high school football recruit in Minnesota last year, has committed to the Gophers
Wolves, Suns needed time after making big trades
Rudy Gobert and Bradley Beal had to fit into their teams' offensive schemes.
Anderson: Celebrate Earth Day by rekindling real connection to nature.
People who've been exposed to nature, and value those experiences, can change their behavior toward it. A story about law-breaking duck hunters reaffirms that position.
A playoff opener is always important. It's even bigger for the Wolves
The team that wins the opener in an NBA playoff wins the series more than 75% of the time. And after going 0-3 vs. the Suns in the regular season, Saturday's game is an even bigger deal.
Vikings
Lots of solid tight ends in draft, but Vikings don't need one
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Wolves
Reusse: Wolves need stopper for Booker? NAW, it's not a problem.
The best way to stop Phoenix scoring threat Devin Booker may be on the Timberwolves bench, which means there could be extra minutes for Nickeil Alexander-Walker.
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