2021-2022 Minnesota Timberwolves Roster and Statistics
West Team Ranking and Season Overview
The Minnesota Timberwolves had a season to forget in 2021-22, finishing with a 23-49 record and 13th in the Western Conference. The team struggled to find consistency throughout the year and was plagued by injuries. Key players like Karl-Anthony Towns, D'Angelo Russell, and Anthony Edwards all missed significant time, and the team never seemed to find its footing.
Roster Breakdown
The Timberwolves roster was a mix of young talent and experienced veterans. Towns was the team's star player, averaging 24.6 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. Russell was also a key contributor, averaging 18.1 points and 7.1 assists per game. Other key players included Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, and Naz Reid.
Despite the team's struggles, there were some bright spots. Edwards showed flashes of his potential, averaging 19.3 points per game. McDaniels also emerged as a solid defender, averaging 1.4 steals per game. The Timberwolves also have a number of promising young players in their G League affiliate, the Iowa Wolves.
The Timberwolves are hoping to improve on their performance in 2022-23. They have added some key pieces in the offseason, including Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson. With a healthy Towns and Russell, the Timberwolves have the potential to be a playoff contender.
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