Another Loss! Netizens Call for Trading Edwards! Timberwolves Become the Biggest Joke in NBA
Scoring an astonishing 53 points yet still losing by 14 is a rare occurrence.
The Timberwolves lost 105-119 to the Pistons.
In this game, Hua Zi shot 16 out of 31, including hitting 10 three-pointers to score 53 points, both career highs.
The rest of his teammates combined for 18 out of 49 shots, scoring a total of 52 points...
This is what it means to be a lone tree unable to hold up the sky; just look at Hua Zi today.
Everyone then looks back at the trade before the start of this season, where the Timberwolves suddenly used Towns to swap with the Knicks for Randle, DiVincenzo, and a first-round pick, and they can't help but laugh.
The Timberwolves only made it to the Western Conference Finals last season, but they immediately dismantled their core lineup. So far this season, they are ranked 10th in the West with a record of 17 wins and 17 losses. Despite having no choice, it's still hard to understand.
Due to failed trades, the Timberwolves have fallen into difficulties this season. Now many people are calling on Hua Zi to follow in the footsteps of his brother Butler, proactively apply for a trade, and leave the cold Minnesota to bring his talent elsewhere to start a new chapter in his career.
Speaking of the Heat, their internal chaos recently led to a big loss of 100-136 against the Jazz, who are at the bottom of the West.
Sometimes, it's best to cut your losses in time, or else you'll hurt others without benefiting yourself.
Currently, the Heat have already started listening to offers for Butler, and a trade is just a matter of time.
Returning to the main topic, Hua Zi is only 23 years old and has averaged 25.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.2 steals this season. He averages 4.1 three-pointers at a 42.1% shooting rate, making him one of the most valuable players in the league for trading. If he enters the trading market, there will surely be a massive scramble for him.
Of course, so far, there has been no sign that Hua Zi has applied for a trade, and the Timberwolves have no plans for a rebuild, so we may still have to wait and see.
By the way, if there's really a chance to get Hua Zi, the Lakers should not hesitate to offer three first-round picks to exchange with the Timberwolves. The former could be one of James' ideal successors, and such a super rookie with popularity, strength, and commercial value is hard to come by.
What are your thoughts on Hua Zi's future prospects? Feel free to express your opinions in the comment section and engage in lively discussions!