The story of David and Goliath is compelling for a number of reasons, but particularly because of how cleanly little David dispatched his gargantuan opponent. A well-placed stone to the forehead and one swift sword strike later and Israel had defeated an opponent that was thought to be overwhelming and unbeatable.
While, today, the ancient biblical story is often utilized as an allegory to explain how one shouldn’t overlook an underdog, it’s also an example of how well-thought strategy and exploiting an opponent’s weaknesses by focusing on one’s strengths can lead to victory.
The latter is exactly what the Minnesota Timberwolves did to the Memphis Grizzlies Saturday evening as they brutalized their opponent on the way to a 138-95 victory.