Wolves Game One Recap

This is what we're used to. We expect to win the first game at home. Call us spoiled, but the Wolves have won the last nine home openers. This one was a given. What was on everyone's mind was how hard Sprewell would play after saying he'd want a new contract or to be traded by this game. While he didn't put up spectacular numbers, its hard to say he wasn't playing hard. We'll see how the next few games go. I loved the guy with the "Food Donations For Spree's Family" sign. I think if Latrell gets a new contract with the Wolves, one stipulation should be that he has to start a food shelf charity. It'd be good press all around.

It goes without saying that Kevin Garnett had yet another great game, but when doesn't he? No change from the playoffs. He puts up amazing numbers, but the best thing about KG is that he's consistant. There are some players that will have an off-night once in a while, and certainly no one faults them for it. KG never has an off-night, and that's why he (finally) won the MVP last year, and why he has to be almost expected to at least be in contention again this year.

All in all, a great start to what should be a promising season. In many ways, the Timberwolves played their opener as smoothly as a mid-season game. No problems at all with their performance last night.