Why does an NBA team experience internal conflicts that almost escalate into a full-blown brawl? Recently, the Minnesota Timberwolves have found themselves at the center of public attention due to such an incident. Reports indicate that during a team practice, there was almost a physical altercation between Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert, with the situation becoming so chaotic that it required intervention. Anthony Edwards attempted to mediate the conflict but ended up being inadvertently pushed over, adding a dramatic twist to the event. This incident has left many fans wondering how the Timberwolves, once a cohesive unit, have transformed into a team that seems on the verge of disintegration. We all know that for a team to achieve success in basketball, it requires not only basic skills but also strong internal unity. However, the Timberwolves are currently live-streaming what appears to be a dysfunctional family gathering mid-season, with all their issues laid bare. From on-court disagreements to locker room arguments, from defensive attitudes to personal character traits, this incident reveals deeper problems within the team. Is Randle's focus on stats really problematic? How significant is Gobert's decline in defense? Can Edwards truly shoulder the responsibility of being the team's core player? And how should the management distribute the blame? These questions, like a series of interconnected punches, have struck the Timberwolves hard. The catalyst for this conflict was Edwards' "naming and shaming." The young core player recently pointed out in an interview that there were issues with the team's defensive attitude, subtly suggesting that more than one teammate was holding…

"Can the team still play well?" When Edwards tried to resolve the argument between Gobert and Randle on the training ground, who would have thought that this young genius would be pushed to the ground. At that moment, the training ground became a stage for drama, and the problems of the Timberwolves were exposed in full view: this team, which should have had a promising future, was already in chaos due to internal strife. Why did it come to this? Where is the future of the team? All of this stems from those seemingly insignificant little contradictions. The "first protagonist" of the contradiction is none other than Gobert. This French center, who was brought in at a high price, has been frequently in a slump since the start of the season. His offensive performance is unsightly, with continuous mistakes, causing his teammates to have some complaints. Especially the players on the guard line, their cooperation with Gobert is always out of sync, leading to small-scale disputes that gradually accumulate. It's like a powder keg, with hidden dangers long buried. Another powder keg is Randle. Many people may still remember his "lone ranger" image during his time with the Knicks. At that time, Randle was known for his outstanding individual performances, but he was criticized for his laziness on defense and decision-making errors in critical moments. After joining the Timberwolves, not only did these shortcomings fail to improve, they were further magnified. Especially with the heavy "brushing" of data, this made Gobert very unhappy. Thus, the two gradually escalated their conflict,…

On December 28th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with a match between the Rockets and the Timberwolves at the Rockets' home court. The two teams started off with poor offensive form, with the Timberwolves taking some initiative, but in the second half, the Rockets began to dominate the game, building a 16-point lead at one point. However, the Timberwolves staged an incredible comeback with a 15-2 run. Ultimately, the Timberwolves defeated the Rockets 113-112. In this game, both teams initially struggled offensively, with no significant point difference. The Timberwolves later found their rhythm, while the Rockets relied on Shen Jing's continuous scoring inside to keep up, trailing by 5 points at halftime. In the second half, the Timberwolves' shooting went cold, unable to keep up with the pace, while the Rockets seized the opportunity, taking control of the game with a 32-19 run in a single quarter, successfully reversing the situation and leading by 8 points after three quarters. In the final quarter, the Rockets started with another 10-0 run, further widening the gap. It seemed as though the game would lose its suspense, but then the Timberwolves began their counterattack. In the closing stages of the game, the Timberwolves suddenly erupted, with Walker and Reid hitting consecutive threes, and Edwards completing a 2+1 play. An 18-4 run narrowed the gap to 2 points. Shen Jing made one of two free throws, Edwards hit a three-pointer to take the lead, and VanVleet missed a three-pointer, ending the game with the Rockets suffering a heartbreaking reversal, losing 112-113. This…

With the rise of young teams like the Thunder and Rockets, it has become clear that change is constant in the world of sports. Just as with the Sichuan team in our CBA, which initially had mediocre results and wasn't highly regarded, they later made significant improvements through hard work, tactical adjustments, and the cultivation of new talent, surprising many with their rapid progress. This is similar to the rise of the Thunder and Rockets, who have undergone remarkable changes that no one could have predicted! Today, we're talking about the Utah Jazz, a team that also shows signs of resurgence. In the 2022 offseason, the Utah Jazz traded away Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, acquiring seven first-round draft picks, six of which had no protection measures. However, up to now, only one of these draft picks has been used, selecting the promising Keldon Johnson. We can say that the Jazz's operation was quite bold. Imagine trading away two of the team's biggest stars; it takes a lot of courage! It's like our village basketball team letting go of the two best players on the team, which would be quite shocking! However, if you can really select good prospects through draft picks, it's worth it. For example, the basketball team from the neighboring town didn't perform well at first, but they selected a particularly talented young player named Xiao Li through the draft. Once Xiao Li joined the team, his performance was outstanding, leading the team's results to soar. Therefore, if draft picks are used well, they can truly bring…