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After an upset win in Game 1 of its Western Conference semifinals series against the San Antonio Spurs, the Minnesota Timberwolves have found themselves in a 2-1 hole after dropping two straight games. Tensions normally rise among players over the course of a series, but Friday night’s Game 3 saw things get tense between Wolves…
After stealing Game 1 despite Victor Wembanyama’s triple-double, the Minnesota Timberwolves now face mounting pressure as the San Antonio Spurs expose defensive flaws relentlessly nightly.
Chris Finch erupted at Tony Brothers after a controversial no-timeout incident, as frustrated Timberwolves fans watched Minnesota fall into a troubling 1-2 playoff deficit against the Spurs.
Anthony Edwards speaks out after a heated altercation between Timberwolves coach Chris Finch and referee Tony Brothers in Game 3.
With around 5:12 left in the Timberwolves' thrilling 115-108 Game 3 loss to Victor Wembanyama's Spurs, Finch desperately tried to call a timeout but Brothers didn't allow it for another three seconds.
With around 5:12 left in the Timberwolves' thrilling 115-108 Game 3 loss to Victor Wembanyama's Spurs, Finch desperately tried to call a timeout but Brothers didn't allow it for another three seconds.
It’s not every day that an NBA referee is the one who needs restraining during a playoff game. Veteran official Tony Brothers was heated on Friday during a late-game confrontation with Chris Finch. The Minnesota Timberwolves head coach was upset that the referees ignored his request for a timeout with over five minutes to play … The post Referee Tony Brothers had to be held back in heated Game 3 confrontation with Chris Finch appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are dealing with more than just a tough loss after Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs. Following the 115-108 defeat in the NBA Playoffs, Chris Finch openly criticized veteran referee Tony Brothers over a heated sideline interaction that quickly became one of the night’s biggest talking points. Tony Brothers had to […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch calls out ‘pretty unprofessional’ Game 3 interaction with Tony Brothers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chris Finch wants every official and the entire NBA world to be more discerning when it comes to Victor Wembanyama’s blocks. The Minnesota Timberwolves head coach was critical of the officiating during his team’s 104-102 Game 1 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals matchup. Wembanyama blocked an … The post Chris Finch calls out referees for giving Victor Wembanyama an unfair advantage appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Rudy Gobert joined the conversation of Victor Wembanyama's controversial 12-block performance with a playful remark.
On Monday, the Minnesota Timberwolves scraped by with a 104-102 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. It wasn’t enough for the defensive-oriented Spurs, despite Victor Wembanyama making history with 12 blocks. However, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch questioned the legitimacy of Wembanyama’s blocks, accusing him of goaltending […] The post Chris Finch doubles down on Victor Wembanyama’s blocks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Even in limited minutes in Minnesota’s victory over San Antonio, Anthony Edwards was able to make winning plays that sparked a huge upset. Edwards finished the game with 18 points, 3 assists, 3 rebounds, and a pair of 3-pointers to clinch the victory after being out for the Timberwolves’ last two games against the Denver […] The post Chris Finch shares crucial Anthony Edwards injury update after Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch suggested officials missed goaltending calls on Victor Wembanyama after his record-setting 12-block performance in Game 1.
The Chicago Bulls’ decision to pass on Matt Lloyd for their executive vice president of basketball operations role drew attention across the league, including from Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Speaking prior to Minnesota’s 104-102 Game 1 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night, Finch addressed the Bulls’ hiring decision in comments […] The post What Chris Finch said about Bulls’ shocking decision to pass on Timberwolves GM appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Monday night at the Frost Bank Center, the Minnesota Timberwolves outlasted the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.It was a total team effort by the Timberwolves, with six players scoring in double figures in their 104-102 win. Julius Randle led the way with 21 points and 10 rebounds, while […] The post Chris Finch Takes Subtle Shot at Refs After Victor Wembanyama’s Block Party appeared first on HEAVY.
Chris Finch threw a subtle shot at Victor Wembanyama over the uncalled goaltends after the Wolves' Game 1 win.
If there’s one thing everyone has come to know about this Minnesota Timberwolves squad, it’s that every member of that roster has that dawg in them. Jaden McDaniels proved it by talking trash to the Denver Nuggets and backing it up and Anthony Edwards returned from a hyperextended knee and a bone bruise just nine […] The post Timberwolves’ Terrence Shannon Jr. shows zero fear of Victor Wembanyama in postgame talk appeared first on ClutchPoints.
As soon as Anthony Edwards began talking smack to the San Antonio Spurs, fans of the Minnesota Timberwolves probably said, “Okay, we’re good.” The Timberwolves escaped with a two-point win, 104-102, stunning the Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round series at Frost Bank Center on Monday. Edwards, who returned from a knee injury, came […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch has hilarious admission on Anthony Edwards’ return appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Victor Wembanyama’s 12-block performance sparked heated criticism from fans for uncalled goaltends or fouls.
The Minnesota Timberwolves silenced the crowd at Frost Bank Center on Monday after they upset the San Antonio Spurs, 104-102, in Game 1 of their second-round series. The sixth-seeded Timberwolves held on despite the late rally of the second-seeded Spurs. San Antonio even had the chance to steal the win, but Julian Champagnie missed the […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch calls out Victor Wembanyama’s questionable blocks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Victor Wembanyama threw a block party on Monday night, but not everyone was happy about it. The San Antonio Spurs star swatted every shot in sight in Game 1 of his team’s Western Conference semifinals series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Wemby had three blocks in the opening few minutes, with each drawing a louder applause … The post Fans all had the same complaint about Victor Wembanyama’s 12-block Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
If there’s one thing that everyone is guaranteed to see from the Minnesota Timberwolves under the tutelage of Chris Finch come playoff time, it’s that they will show up and rise to the occasion. Coming off a first-round upset of the higher-seeded Denver Nuggets, the Timberwolves just went out and took Game 1 of their […] The post Chris Finch reveals what’s changed in Timberwolves’ playoff approach appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ayo Dosunmu missed last Thursday’s Game 6 win versus the Denver Nuggets, but the midseason addition still played an important role in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ upset victory over the No. 3 seed in the opening round of the NBA playoffs. He will be even more valuable in the team’s second-round series against the stellar San […] The post Is Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu playing in Game 1 vs. Spurs? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The dust has now settled on the Minnesota Timberwolves’ first round playoff triumph over the Denver Nuggets. Attention has quickly shifted to facing the No. 2 San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference semifinals. Tip off is Monday night, and the stakes couldn’t have been any higher for both sides. For the Timberwolves in particular, […] The post Timberwolves Announce Major Anthony Edwards News Before Game 1 appeared first on HEAVY.
