The series is back and this week the stats are coming in the flavor of Minnesota Timberwolves. With the hiring of Tom Thibodeau as head coach in the offseason, the thought was that he was right man to put the young, super-talented team over the top and have them in contention for a post-season spot. That – in short – has not happened. This season is, and should have always been, about progression and development.

Earlier in the season, there were reports of Thibs becoming impatient with the season and was looking to make a trade. Ricky Rubio has struggled, and fans began to clamor for his trade. That would have been unwise. A trade with the motive of “win-now” has derailed a many franchises a la the New Orleans Pelicans. On to the stats.