Well, the Wolves knew this season could present some adversity. For a team incorporating a brand new system that prioritizes long-term goals, a short-term skid was pretty much unavoidable. But now, as they return from a winless road trip that tacked on four losses to their five-game losing streak, it’s all about how they respond to said adversity.
“I’m always positive, but I’m also always realistic, too,” Timberwolves head coach Ryan Saunders said when asked about how the Wolves can regroup after Wednesday’s shootaround. “The realistic viewpoint is that for us to get back to where we want to be and improve, we have to do the right things.