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Spurs teach Wolves some lessons, remain perfect on the road
In their recovery from two early 10-point deficits, the Spurs again proved themselves to be everything Wolves coach Tom Thibodeau wants his team to be.
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Wolves' hot starts continually soured by blown leads
An early surge has become part of the team's early identity this season. The only problem, this identity has developed a knack for blowing these leads the way the Wolves did Tuesday.
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Wolves GM, coach catch up on their ties to Spurs
Until Wolves GM Scott Layden and longtime friend Tom Thibodeau were hired last spring, Layden worked the past four years in San Antonio's successful front office.
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Souhan: Spurs coach shows off 'Good Pop' in Minnesota visit
Gregg Popovich on Tuesday night was funny and thoughtful, nothing like the persona he often shows off during TV interviews.
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Souhan: As Wolves' Rubio falters, Kris Dunn looks better than ever
Ricky Rubio continues to look frustrated on the court while rookie Kris Dunn, even at his worst, looks aggressive.
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Game recap: Wolves vs. Spurs
A look back at Tuesday night's game.
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Parker won't play against Wolves; Spurs try to maintain road perfection
San Antonio comes to town with a perfect 12-0 road record while winning only five of nine games at home. That performance has coach Gregg Popovich baffled.
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Wolves say they shouldn't be defined by their 6-14 start
One-quarter of the way into their season, the Timberwolves don't believe their record defines their ability. "Winning is hard in this league,' said coach Tom Thibodeau.
The Wolves, the Spurs, and their never-ending divergent paths
People keep expecting the San Antonio Spurs to start fading and the Timberwolves to start making their way up in the NBA standings. Why hasn't that happened?
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Scoggins: Minnesota ticket-buyers sick of hope, hype — and losses
Sharply declining figures should alarm local teams. They also send a message: Fans are withholding financial support until they see their home teams start winning.
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Wolves-San Antonio game preview
Go figure this: The 16-4 Spurs are 5-4 at home but 12-0 on the road after winning 97-96 Monday at Milwaukee. They are 4-1 on the second night of back-to-back games this season.
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Wolves' recent history of blown leads
The Wolves have blown five leads of at least 14 points this season.
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Wolves bench comes to life during road trip
The reserves combined for 83 points in games at New York and Charlotte.
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Down 10 in fourth quarter, Wolves rally, top Charlotte in OT
Ricky Rubio, Andrew Wiggins and Gorgui Dieng all hit key three-pointers to spark the victory.
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Unlikely OT victory in Charlotte puts a smile on Towns' face
Wolves star center Karl-Anthony Towns is walking a little lighter after his team overcame a seven-point deficit in the fourth quarter's final minute Saturday at Charlotte.
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More of the same from Gophers football, Vikings, Wolves and Wild
The Vikings, Wild, Wolves and Gophers football teams change each year, so why do things not seem to change?
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Looking for answers to Wolves' early woes
One apparent need: The young players might benefit from a veteran contributor to the roster.
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Hornets coach Steve Clifford knows first-hand growing pains of a young team
The Wolves on Saturday night faced a Charlotte team that turned the corner last season.
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Game recap: Wolves at Charlotte
A quick look at Saturday's game.
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Around the NBA
- Giannis Antetokounmpo ruled out, Khris Middleton to start for Bucks against Pacers in Game 3
- James, Lakers facing elimination Saturday. Magic, Pelicans and Heat seek home wins
- Gordon, Jokic lead the Nuggets to the brink of a sweep with a 112-105 win over the Lakers in Game 3
- Joel Embiid scores 50 points to lead 76ers past Knicks 125-114 to cut deficit to 2-1
- 76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid says he's suffering from Bell's palsy
- Magic hand Cavaliers worst playoff loss in franchise history, win 121-83 to cut their deficit to 2-1
- Suns' Big 3 in a big pickle, down 2-0 against the Timberwolves as series moves to Phoenix
- Khris Middleton joins Antetokounmpo on Bucks' list of players dealing with injuries
- Thibodeau shows when he's mad at his Knicks. They don't mind, knowing the coach has them set to win
- Thunder's Holmgren bests Pelicans' Valanciunas in center matchup to help OKC take 2-0 lead
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