KNOW THIS

It's an early-season game, but make no mistake: when the Wolves play host to Oklahoma City on Thursday night, we will learn a lot about the present and future of the franchise.

WATCH THIS

In basketball isn't your thing, perhaps we can entice you with bowl season? San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl, BYU vs. San Diego (7 p.m., ESPN).

RANDOM FANDOM

"Don't expect the Wolves to go from being among the three or four worst teams in the league to being among the three or four best!"

snoozecruise,

commenting on

startribune.com

Weigh in on what you're thinking about to mrand@star tribune.com

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"Reason has prevailed and press conference for #Badgers coach Gary Andersen is now set for Friday. Put away snowshoes, media."

-- @TomMulhernWSJ