Timberwolves defense dimming Suns in first-round series

Timberwolves defense dimming Suns in first-round series Minnesota has stifled Phoenix in the first two games of their playoff series. Author: Nolan O'Hara Apr 25, 2024 In this story: Timberwolves Timberwolves Suns timberwolves news Timberwolves defense All season long, the Timberwolves have won games on the back of their defense. It resulted in a 56-26 regular-season record, the second-best mark in franchise history. They had far and away the best defensive rating in the NBA, allowing just 108.4 points per 100 possessions. That's a full 2.2 points better than the second-best Boston Celtics. Even still, what they've been doing in the postseason feels a little bit different. In a blowout 120-95