Showing posts with label Minnesota Timberwolves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Minnesota Timberwolves. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Reality Check at the Target Center: Timberwolves School Knicks in Dominant Display


 

Well, ladies and gentlemen, you won't believe what I witnessed tonight at the Target Center. The New York Knicks, my goodness, they took a beating from the Minnesota Timberwolves that felt more like a clinic in basketball domination. I've got to speak the truth about the Knicks' loss tonight.

First things first, let's address the score. 117-100, sure, but let's not kid ourselves. It wasn't even that close. The Knicks were down by a whopping 18 points at the end of the third period, and trust me, it didn't feel like they had a prayer of coming back. 

Now, let's talk about the Timberwolves. A 10-3 record and a performance tonight that showcased why they're in a whole different league compared to the struggling Knicks. Every single Timberwolves' player scored on the Knicks tonight. I mean, that's embarrassing. It's like they were passing the ball around saying, "You score, no, you score!" The Knicks' defense was like a sieve, and the Timberwolves took full advantage.

To my fellow New York fans, it's time for a reality check. I know the optimism was high, and the talk of a deep playoff run was circulating, but let's pump the brakes. The Timberwolves completely outclassed the Knicks tonight, and it's a stark reminder of where this team stands in the grand scheme of things.

So, can we please put a pause on the playoff dreams? The Knicks have some serious work to do if they want to compete with the top dogs in the league. This loss wasn't just a stumble; it was a resounding thud. Time to regroup, refocus, and figure out how to avoid getting schooled like this again. The road to the playoffs just got a lot tougher for the Knicks, and the fans need to face that reality.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

You Are Failing Because of You!



The Knicks offense came out clicking and on fire. New York even put up a 40-point 3rd quarter but because they are not mentally tough, they reverted back to the old losing ways.

One bad foul call and Patrick Beverly getting underneath their skin in the fourth quarter was enough for everyone to unravel from the coach down.

Once the Knicks, to a man, lost their cool they turned the ball over, took poor shots and became ice cold at the free throw line. This team is not mentally ready for the next level.

These guys are not hungry for championships. These guys are not hungry enough to go out and handle the man in front of them each night.

I have one question to ask every man on this team: What are you guys playing for?

Nothing will become of this group of players and this season will be a complete waste until they understand one simple concept. You are failing because of you.

Knicks lose again, Timberwolves 112 – 110 Knicks.