The Minnesota Timberwolves are out of the NBA playoffs after a spirited but ultimately losing effort against the San Antonio Spurs. Despite injuries and facing tough opponents, the team displayed remarkable tenacity and unique character, though questions remain about their roster's long-term championship potential.
Frenchman had 12 blocks during Spurs’ Monday lossMinnesota say referees missed several infractionsThe Minnesota Timberwolves have questioned whether Victor Wembanyama’s NBA playoff record 12 blocks were legitimate.The San Antonio Spurs star set the record during his team’s conference semi-final loss to the Timberwolves on Monday night. But Minnesota coach Chris Finch believes the refereeing during the game was questionable. Continue reading...
Wolves coach Chris Finch said of Victor Wembanyama's 12 blocks in Game 1, "at least four were goaltending."
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch expressed frustration with the officiating in Game 1 of their playoff series against the Denver Nuggets, specifically criticizing Jamal Murray's 16 free throws. Finch suggested the league rewards players who exaggerate contact and 'spill away' rather than those who play through contact like his own players Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards, who combined for just nine free throws. Nuggets coach David Adelman defended Murray, noting four of the free throws came from a flagrant foul and technical foul.
