The Timberwolves had their first practice of the 2019-20 NBA season on Tuesday morning in Mankato.
The quick two-day trip, in general, is a good team-building exercise. The team had a team dinner immediately upon arrival after Monday's media day.
Why Mankato? It’s where owner Glen Taylor resides, and Minnesota State University, Mankato is Taylor’s alma mater. The court where the Wolves practice, the Taylor Center, was funded by, you guessed it, Glen Taylor.
It's also far enough away from the cities to feel like the team is getting away, but also close enough to not be a nuisance.