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Post by levine on May 6, 2024 11:50:11 GMT -6
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Post by kingsxman on May 6, 2024 11:56:41 GMT -6
I posted in previous thread but will post again here. There are things more important in life than basketball. This is one of them. Unfortunate timing. I'm curious if they tried to maybe induce her during the "time off" between games. Not an unusual thing to do.
If we can beat Denver without Rudy, I think it will crater any chance they think they have of beating us. Unfortunately, its a huge gift to Denver at a time when we really needed to squash their hopes.
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Post by Bonecrusher on May 6, 2024 12:17:05 GMT -6
I posted in previous thread but will post again here. There are things more important in life than basketball. This is one of them. Unfortunate timing. I'm curious if they tried to maybe induce her during the "time off" between games. Not an unusual thing to do. If we can beat Denver without Rudy, I think it will crater any chance they think they have of beating us. Unfortunately, its a huge gift to Denver at a time when we really needed to squash their hopes. Denver is a team that could very possibly steal one from us at the Target Center so I'm hoping we take them tonight.
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Post by quinn on May 6, 2024 12:28:15 GMT -6
Without Rudy, I wonder if we'll see more of the high wall look tonight and try to fly around more. Let NAW, Ant, and Jaden jump some passing lanes and try to throw a different look at Jokic.
One of the things Reggie Miller pointed out last game was how far away the Nuggets had to start their offense because of our guards hounding Denver as soon as they crossed half court. Would love to see them do the same thing, maybe even throw a little more pressure on them too just to try to make Jokic and Murray work more.
Definitely going to be tough to take one tonight, and I don't expect us to win this game, but I am excited to see how they come out without Rudy.
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Post by levine on May 6, 2024 12:41:36 GMT -6
ESPN is making it sound like the baby was born this morning, so the "Questionable" part is if he's going to fly in for the game.
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Post by BIG BAD WOLF on May 6, 2024 13:08:49 GMT -6
There is always a reverse side of any coin. Planning is everything! That, and a sprinkle of thinking outside the box! People have children in Colorado too! And Gobert/Timberwolves could afford to fly the girlfriend and her doctor to Denver and reserve a whole hospital wing if necessary to assure an uneventful birth! Don't make the guy fly in and out the day of the most important game of his career...
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Post by kingsxman on May 6, 2024 13:15:29 GMT -6
ESPN is making it sound like the baby was born this morning, so the "Questionable" part is if he's going to fly in for the game. Isnt that what owners have private jets for? That said, what was his night like? Baby was born "this morning". That could be 12:15 am! or 3:00 am. Whats his mental state like? Will he be able to concentrate on the game? It may be best to just play without him. I didnt expect the Wolves to win tonight but if we can pull it out....even better.
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Post by levine on May 6, 2024 13:16:25 GMT -6
There is always a reverse side of any coin. Planning is everything! That, and a sprinkle of thinking outside the box! People have children in Colorado too! And Gobert/Timberwolves could afford to fly the girlfriend and her doctor to Denver and reserve a whole hospital wing if necessary to assure an uneventful birth! Don't make the guy fly in and out the day of the most important game of his career... Births don't always happen on schedule. Its entirely possible the baby was due later this week - or even next month. Not to mention traveling while pregnant near the end of term is difficult and potentially dangerous. Why would you risk that over a basketball game?
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Post by levine on May 6, 2024 13:17:11 GMT -6
ESPN is making it sound like the baby was born this morning, so the "Questionable" part is if he's going to fly in for the game. Isnt that what owners have private jets for? Sure. But there is a lot we don't know. For example, if there were any complications for the baby and/or mother, Rudy may want to stay with them.
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Post by kingsxman on May 6, 2024 13:18:19 GMT -6
Isnt that what owners have private jets for? Sure. But there is a lot we don't know. For example, if there were any complications for the baby and/or mother, Rudy may want to stay with them. Of course. We can only comment on what we know. Thats a given. There are 100 reasons he may need to stay back.
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Post by XRaySpecs on May 6, 2024 13:22:33 GMT -6
I feel bad for Rudy. He's going to get criticism no matter what he decides. It's none of our business.
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Post by XRaySpecs on May 6, 2024 13:27:19 GMT -6
I hope the Wolves do grab hold of the rally for family vibe here. Something like this can really galvanize a group when they have to band together to pick it up for a brother. Look no further than the Nuggets game at Target Center without Rudy, KAT, and Naz.
We don't play again until Friday. Without Rudy, we could run a really short bench (assuming we can limit fouling) and try to run and gun. Rudy is a good offensive player with his screening, but he doesn't space the floor. We can now put lineups out there that offer shooting at every position. We have to use that.
Or, maybe Ant just stays in God mode!
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Post by BIG BAD WOLF on May 6, 2024 13:30:20 GMT -6
I feel bad for Rudy. He's going to get criticism no matter what he decides. It's none of our business. Bingo!
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Post by XRaySpecs on May 6, 2024 13:32:38 GMT -6
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Post by XRaySpecs on May 6, 2024 18:40:53 GMT -6
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Post by XRaySpecs on May 6, 2024 18:41:13 GMT -6
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Post by kingsxman on May 6, 2024 20:07:55 GMT -6
I'm guessing we're going to know early on how this is going to go. If KAT has 2 fouls in the first 5 minutes.....that wont bode well for the Wolves. I'm not really trusting the whistle tonight either.
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Post by Nick K on May 6, 2024 20:13:42 GMT -6
Come on Minny!!!! Let's overcome the Gobert loss.
I'm afraid they will have 3 fouls on Towns the 1st qtr. That's the fix.
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Post by Nick K on May 6, 2024 20:14:54 GMT -6
I like how we're playing early!!
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Post by Nick K on May 6, 2024 20:22:12 GMT -6
Come on baby...DEFENSE!!
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Post by Nick K on May 6, 2024 20:26:33 GMT -6
Towns is doing everything he can NOT to foul. Kat to have a huge night!!! I feel it.
Maybe the refs will let Towns play?!
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Post by Nick K on May 6, 2024 20:27:44 GMT -6
Where is everybody? It's game 2 for Pete's sake!
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Post by WolvesLife on May 6, 2024 20:28:05 GMT -6
Mike Malone charging at a ref in a fit of rage after one of his players go down. Gotta believe he's done as coach for the night
Edit: not even a technical..? After these missed calls..? What the hell
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Post by Bonecrusher on May 6, 2024 20:33:59 GMT -6
As long as they keep frustrating Jokic we win the game.
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Post by Bonecrusher on May 6, 2024 20:35:24 GMT -6
Mike Malone charging at a ref in a fit of rage after one of his players go down. Gotta believe he's done as coach for the night Edit: not even a technical..? After these missed calls..? What the hell The refs are going to drag the Nuggets to the finish line. Most any other time that is an ejection.
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