Before his time in Minnesota came to an abrupt end on Sunday night, Tom Thibodeau had "no idea" that his firing was imminent, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. And according to The Athletic's Jon Kracyznski, players were surprised just the same. The Wolves have won five of their past eight games, including Sunday's blowout win at home vs. the Lakers. Even if firing Thibodeau is a decision that will benefit the team long term, the timing is obviously strange. But more importantly, a closer look at the timing betrays bigger Wolves questions that firing Thibodeau won't answer.
Tom Thibodeau is Gone, but the Wolves Have Bigger Problems
