What each Timberwolf should work on/study in the off-season?

[coolcono]

Kat- How to guard PFs.
Edwards- Passing to open man when he gets collapses defenses in the lane.
Conley- Teaching the next Timberwolves PG.
McDaniels- Learn his role on the offense. Don't initiate anything.
Gobert- Learn to complement Towns on the boards.
Anderson- Learn to take open shots.
Reid- Learn to rebound better. He is terrible for his size.
Prince- Learn not to shoot when in a slump.
Moore Jr.- Study Anderson tape.
McL- Learn not to shoot arching shots over taller defenders than yourself.
NAW- Learn to finish at the rim. He would be a great fast break guy.
Nowell- Learn a foreign language, because he is playing overseas next season.

[Klomp]

Nowell- Learn a foreign language, because he is playing overseas next season.

This is rather disrespectful. I'll guarantee it today that he'll have a spot in this league.

[LibertyPrime]

Nowell- Learn a foreign language, because he is playing overseas next season.

This is rather disrespectful. I'll guarantee it today that he'll have a spot in this league.

I'd keep Nowell on a budget-friendly contract just in case he can pull out of this slump. It's clear that he has offensive talent. He probably wants a change of scenery, though.

Also:
Finch - invest more time seeing what made Utah's defense so special with Rudy. Since we're stuck with him, we better use him right.

[Note30]

Nowell- Learn a foreign language, because he is playing overseas next season.

This is rather disrespectful. I'll guarantee it today that he'll have a spot in this league.

Lol I'd bet on that. Define spot. Like an actual rotation piece or a 3rd stringer/end of bench?

[BlacJacMac]

Nowell- Learn a foreign language, because he is playing overseas next season.

This is rather disrespectful. I'll guarantee it today that he'll have a spot in this league.

I'd keep Nowell on a budget-friendly contract just in case he can pull out of this slump. It's clear that he has offensive talent. He probably wants a change of scenery, though.

Also:
Finch - invest more time seeing what made Utah's defense so special with Rudy. Since we're stuck with him, we better use him right.

I don't think its a slump. He's just not good.

When a guy has 3 bad years to 1 good one, its pretty clear which one is the outlier.

And I actually don't think saying he'll play overseas is disrespectful. Lots of players who aren't good enough for the NBA can have very long and lucrative careers playing in other countries.

[Klomp]

And I actually don't think saying he'll play overseas is disrespectful. Lots of players who aren't good enough for the NBA can have very long and lucrative careers playing in other countries.

The bolded is why it is disrespectful. He is good enough. He probably can't be a key piece for a top playoff team, but I could see him have a decent role somewhere like Charlotte or Portland.

I don't think he's really any worse than what we saw from the Charlotte version of Malik Monk, for example.

[TimberKat]

Towns needs to develop/use more hook shot to shoot over small defenders and how to shoot the 3 with smaller guys on him

[BlacJacMac]

And I actually don't think saying he'll play overseas is disrespectful. Lots of players who aren't good enough for the NBA can have very long and lucrative careers playing in other countries.

The bolded is why it is disrespectful. He is good enough. He probably can't be a key piece for a top playoff team, but I could see him have a decent role somewhere like Charlotte or Portland.

I don't think he's really any worse than what we saw from the Charlotte version of Malik Monk, for example.

I guess I don't see it. He doesn't bring anything but scoring, and he's not efficient enough at that to actually help a team. He needs to shoot himself into a groove, he's not an "instant offense" type.

Maybe he can score a ton of points for a tanking team, but I don't think he can actually help a team trying to win games.

[lewdog]

All I want for my birthday (and Christmas too) is for Rudy Gobert to find Kevin McHale, get in the gym, and develop a devastating, unstoppable low post move. How different would this season have been, if he any semblance of an offensive game?

[FrenchMinnyFan]

I think the mistake Rudy make is to play the Euro last summer. AS moving to a new team, he should have take some times to get more health and be ready. Considering the trade there were high expectations and it go the wrong way. Hopefully Rudy can take this off season to work come more strong and provide what he was providing at the Jazz ( Rbd, Block, Elite defense) .

[TimberKat]

All I want for my birthday (and Christmas too) is for Rudy Gobert to find Kevin McHale, get in the gym, and develop a devastating, unstoppable low post move. How different would this season have been, if he any semblance of an offensive game?

Yes, he does need one consistent move.

[Note30]

All I want for my birthday (and Christmas too) is for Rudy Gobert to find Kevin McHale, get in the gym, and develop a devastating, unstoppable low post move. How different would this season have been, if he any semblance of an offensive game?

The Jazz begged for that for 8 seasons. He's not going to change. He is who he is, he might aspects of his game slightly better but only ones he's already good at.

[Colbinii]

Kat- How to guard PFs.

This isn't something you just learn to do. KAT has horrible lateral quickness and is inept in terms of positioning himself against slower players. The idea that a player like KAT--who is consistently out of position against slow players--is somehow going to get into position against quicker players is ridiculous.

He needs to focus on being able to create space and generate open looks utilizing his size. You see how easy Jokic makes it look [it isn't easy] but someone of his size needs to be able to consistently use their body to create space to score/shoot.

Edwards- Passing to open man when he gets collapses defenses in the lane.

Again--too general.

ANT needs to learn how to specifically pass to someone in the dunkers spot when he attacks. He is fine on kick-outs to the corner but he is really bad at finding anyone in the paint.

Conley- Teaching the next Timberwolves PG.

He is already teaching ANT

McDaniels- Learn his role on the offense. Don't initiate anything.

What? Are you serious? You want a 6' 9" wing who has developed a handle and go-to shot in the midrange to limit himself offensively? Did you want Kawhi Leonard and Paul George to do the same when they were 22 years old as well?

McDaniels oozes with potential--maybe not as high as Kawhi or PG13--but he needs to continue to develop an on-ball game both as a scorer and as a playmaker.

Gobert- Learn to complement Towns on the boards.

Nobody can compliment Towns on the boards. Say it with me..."KAT is S-O-F-T". Gobert needs to work timing his cuts with less experienced players compared to what he was use to with Utah as Ingles was a savant as a P&R wing and both ANT and McDaniels struggle heavily in creation in the P&R.

Anderson- Learn to take open shots.

He already does take open shots--it is the only shot he takes. He needs to take his leadership to the next level.

Reid- Learn to rebound better. He is terrible for his size.

Reid just needs to add mass.

Prince- Learn not to shoot when in a slump.

How can you get out of a slump if you completely stop shooting? Shooting is inherently variance. Prince should focus more on not being reckless when attacking the rim.

Moore Jr.- Study Anderson tape.

This is a good one offensively but that's probably 3-4 years from now. He needs to be able to shoot consistently [35%+] and then he will be a rotation player.

McL- Learn not to shoot arching shots over taller defenders than yourself.

He needs to learn a new city--wherever he goes.

NAW- Learn to finish at the rim. He would be a great fast break guy.

Working on his handle would allow him to finish more consistently inside and provide some playmaking in the P&R.

Nowell- Learn a foreign language, because he is playing overseas next season.

See McL

[Clav]

Hello Wolves family,

my takes on this thread -- Have a great week !

Gobert - offensive flow (pick and roll plays with his guards)
solution: watch jason kidd highlights and see how his pfs and c's operate, then go execute for that. I don't want this trade to be a black spot forever, please make it so Rudy...

Bonus: don't hit your teammates, be a good guy, not a bad guy.

KAT - post moves
solution: For being as great as he is as a scorer, KAT is clumsy offensively when driving. Emulate Olajuwon and Jokic post shots and stop traveling and stop charging into other players recklessly.

Conley - improve his teammates' professionalism
solution: Lead the team from within and reduce explosive moments, like Gobert shoving Anderson or McD punching a wall. We're better than that. Conley can stabilize this team.

Edwards - Leadership
solution: Take ownership and responsibility/hold teammates accountable like Conley. Edward's game is on the cusp of being great but leadership will improve his confidence to take his game to new levels.

Anderson & Prince - shooting
Solution: 500+ shots a day from each corner, 500+ from the paint with contact pads.
HM for Prince: Stay off the police reports this offseason

NAW - Defending + Sign a contract with a team, if MIN...
then, solution: emphasize his defensive strengths and make himself available and ready in game shape before training camp.

Wendell Moore JR - strength, shooting
solution: first real offseason is huge for rooks, put in the work young fella

McDaniels - shooting out of swinging offense / PnR play
solution: Heal up, get back to work, because his contract extension looms and I want him to stay on our team

Nowell - defense, handle/control + sign a contract
solution: He could be with MN, but I think Minott or Moore Jr could take his place, so he's in a spot that is hard to pin down. He needs to be a better lateral defender, and he needs to play smarter to have a long NBA career, wherever he ends up. I don't think he's an essential piece to our team tbh.

Reid - getting the bag, heal the wrist
solution: Don't accept MLE, get his agent to find a 20M/year contract, and take that money and run. Hopefully he stays with MIN but Reid showed out this year and deserves this win.

Nathan Knight - all-court game
solution: Make his progress definable as a replacement for Reid in the case he signs with another team. This could be Knight's chance to break through. He's at a good foundation for an NBA-er, now prove it. Try to get 15+MPG next year.

Rivers - housing in a new city
solution: Don't count on him returning as his game was marginally successful here. With last year's rook's up and coming, Rivers might be better placed to sign with another team. I wouldn't put him high on my list to offer a contract to as other guards impress me more in the NBA, or are younger dudes hungry to improve.

Minott - defense and strength
solution: buddy up with the training facility team and prove you're an NBA player, because he's definitely got the size and skill.

Garza - Moving up the depth chart, lateral defense, strength, speed
solution: lots of active moving and flexibility, if Garza is a little more 'cut' and trains for explosion I think he'll see a huge improvement on the court because he has all sorts of good NBA quality skills.

JMac - Staying the course, shooting
solution: if MN guarantees his next year, he is a good place and will be a solid piece in the rotation if healthy. He does the right PG things and is an ok 2nd stringer. Thankfully, he is affordable.


Front office tasks ? -
Re-signing Reid (Bird Rights, go into Luxury Tax) and Extending JMcD (starts in 2024-2025 year?)
Internally making sure our team doesn't implode & don't over-react to 1R loss (series L is imminent at the time of writing this, down 1-3 heading to DEN)
+ if there's any way to buy a 2RP in this year's draft, do it, especially for a PG/SG or a PF [thinking that Reid, Rivers, Jmac, or Nowell may or may not be on the roster next year]


solution: New ownership will have to pay out to keep the dream alive, welcome to the NBA, A-Rod/Lore!

[wolves_89]

Can defensive rebounding be my answer for pretty much everyone?

[PharmD]

All I want for my birthday (and Christmas too) is for Rudy Gobert to find Kevin McHale, get in the gym, and develop a devastating, unstoppable low post move. How different would this season have been, if he any semblance of an offensive game?

I don't think that will happen.

I'd like him to take up juggling. Learn to use your hands and eyes, learn how to catch.

[TimberKat]

All I want for my birthday (and Christmas too) is for Rudy Gobert to find Kevin McHale, get in the gym, and develop a devastating, unstoppable low post move. How different would this season have been, if he any semblance of an offensive game?

I don't think that will happen.

I'd like him to take up juggling. Learn to use your hands and eyes, learn how to catch.

Maybe that is why he likes to use one hand instead. Less hands to worry. Good point about juggling.

[Klomp]

Edwards- Passing to open man when he gets collapses defenses in the lane.

Again--too general.

ANT needs to learn how to specifically pass to someone in the dunkers spot when he attacks. He is fine on kick-outs to the corner but he is really bad at finding anyone in the paint.

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