The Timberwolves hit the market very hard this summer by going to recover Rudy Gobert from the Jazz, a move clearly desired by the front office, which released many assets. The ambition is quite clear in Minnesota, which wants to play the title, including Karl-Anthony Towns. The pivot has put pressure on this roster, which no longer has the right to make mistakes.
The Western Conference hierarchy is likely to see a big change next season, with the Jazz expected to leave the high ground in the regular season. Other teams dream of taking their place, like the Wolves for example. The franchise wants to move up a gear and give itself the means to win a title, as evidenced by the offensive to recover Rudy Gobert.
The Jazz gave up the French yes, but not without recovering significant compensation, marked by 5 first draft rounds. An award almost never seen in the league, which shows how much Minnesota wanted Rudy, who is seen as the missing piece of the project in this team. Indeed, and with Gobzilla around, Wolves have every intention of reaching a new milestone.
Big pressure at Wolves for next year
Speaking to the media this Friday, Karl-Anthony Towns spoke regarding the future of Wolves. Unsurprisingly, and following years of losing most of the time, the pivot wants to know something else. He is convinced, with Gobert around, it’s time to win for this team. No question of finding excuses for KAT, who wants to do everything to win a ring.
Karl-Anthony Towns on expectations for the Timberwolves this season: “It’s go time. The (Rudy Gobert) trade happens. There’s no more time. There are no more excuses. We’ve got to get it done now. It’s championship now or bust. Got to go out there and get the job done.” pic.twitter.com/MRbuNoTG2U
– Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) July 22, 2022
Karl-Anthony Towns on his expectations for this season: “It’s time. Rudy Gobert’s trade has arrived. There is no more time. No more excuses. We have to do the job now. It’s the title or nothing. You have to go to the floor to do the work. »
Given the Wolves trade, it is clear that if the title is not at the end, the disappointment would be immense. Minnesota took risks, but executives believe the franchise can compete with the best, and that’s where Rudy is supposed to make the difference. Suffice to say that there is a certain pressure for the Frenchman, who will have to give the best of himself.
The mission is clear in Minnesota, which wants to win the title. Another result will be seen as a real failure, which is understandable when you see their offense for Rudy Gobert. The tone is set, and we hope that the Frenchman has understood it well. We will carefully follow his evolution in his new environment, at the start of the school year.
