One of the best things about podcasts is that the forum generally encourages guests to be more candid than they might in a formal press conference or even calling into a more traditional radio show. The Hartman show from Wednesday afforded new Timberwolves team president and head coach Tom Thibodeau that opportunity, and he opened up a bit more than he had in previous media appearances.
Much of the conversation was similar to previous interviews, discussing “alignment” with owner Glen Taylor and general manager Scott Layden, laughing about Thibs’ mullet, circa-1989, and discussing the three things that convinced the Wolves’ newest coach to head to Minneapolis on a five-year contract — roster, ownership, and synergy with the front office.