Top 5 Minnesota Timberwolves’ Storylines To Follow During Preseason

Anthony Bennett was the No.1 overall draft pick of the 2013, but he didn’t show up for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Bennett looked to be in poor shape most of the time, only producing 4.2 points and three rebounds per game. The word is Bennett has improved on his health and is looking to add worth to the Timberwolves this season.

After being at the helm of basketball operations for the Timberwolves, Flip Saunders returns to the sidelines. His first stint consisted of a 10-year reign, winning 411 games and eight playoff appearances. Saunders and the Timberwolves hope they can relive those glory years with the new squad.

The Timberwolves may have one of the sleepers in this year’s draft with Zach LaVine. His effortless athleticism is not only fun to watch, but will be tough to guard for opponents. If he can click with Ricky Rubio early, look for a unlimited highlights that resemble the “Lob City” movement for the Los Angeles Clippers.

When you are the No. 1 overall draft pick, there are going to be some expectations. With the departure of Kevin Love, Andrew Wiggins is now the face of the franchise. Wiggins did deliver in his NBA debut, scoring 18 points against the Indiana Pacers. Look for the young star to get more comfortable in his new home.

The second biggest offseason move was the Timberwolves’ decision to trade Kevin Love. The power forward was everything to Minnesota for six seasons and didn’t exactly leave on great terms. Now, the Timberwolves must learn to cope without a superstar and win with a young group that hasn’t meshed yet. Can new additions like Thaddeus Young, Anthony Bennet, and Andrew Wiggins get on the same page?