This is how a losing streak builds.
The Timberwolves were playing well and had won seven of eight, then illness knocks a few guys out of the lineup, injuries claim others. The best players on the team, Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell each miss time because of seemingly minor injuries and the schedule gets a little tougher. All this throws everything out of rhythm.
Now, instead of the good vibes that permeated the Wolves last week, they have now lost four in a row, the latest coming 136-104 to Utah on Wednesday at Target Center.
December is shaping up to be the toughest month on the Wolves' schedule with many opponents .