Gasol replaces Howard, and the Lakers win over Wolves again

  • Article by: JERRY ZGODA , Star Tribune
  • Updated: February 2, 2013 - 9:21 AM

The Lakers lost Dwight Howard and replaced him with Pau Gasol. The Wolves noticed little difference.

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slammanFeb. 2, 1312:32 AM

Thank you Mr. "Knuckle Push-Ups". Let this be a lesson to all you youngsters out there, don't lose your temper and punch a wall, it could ruin a promising season for your team and fans. D. Williams should compete in the D-League.

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goldengoph3rFeb. 2, 13 1:58 AM

The Lakers looked bored, and well they should with the roster the Wolves threw at them. The rotation of Rubio, Ridnour, Barea and Shved would be a wonder in the Euroleague but found themselves completely outmanned against the Lakers. Silver lining: Chris Johnson. This guy should be signed immediately.

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rp121293Feb. 2, 13 2:45 AM

Wolves are a bad bad team. Injury excuse is a bad one for really bad coaching. This team is funny how Rubio talks like he matters. No NBA team should hit half there free throws. I will keep watching why I don't know.

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comment229Feb. 2, 13 3:51 AM

It's really getting embarrassing.

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ljb6599Feb. 2, 13 7:15 AM

Adelman a better option than Rambiss ....I am having trouble finding a difference...Kevin Love made this team no better when he was playing so let's not use that as a excuse.Ridnour/Barea are too small to compete with best teams in the NBA......Derek Williams is just another bad Wolves draft pick.

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timolsonFeb. 2, 13 7:44 AM

The Timberpuppies are totally irrelevant again this year. They are looking just as bad as they have in past years. Look for a lottery pick again, although not a good one. Even if they had a good pick (#1) they would pick some hyped scrub that wouldn't turn out for much. So much for any Minnesota "professional" sports team. Losers all. And the 'future' will soon turn into the present and the same result will show up (Sano, Gibson, etc.) Future 'stars' will turn into average players on average or below average teams, and the hype will continue. Meanwhile, the Steelers and 49ers of the world will win another Super Bowl or 2, and the Giants and Cardinals of the baseball world will have a couple more championships, and on and on it goes. Nothing will turn to gold with these MSP teams.

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riverbirchFeb. 2, 13 7:50 AM

My watching the T's is done. Time could be spent cleaning out the garage.

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bagalamukhiFeb. 2, 13 8:46 AM

ID like to see the Minnesota Timberwolves Circus Show live at the Target Center including the Dancing Elephants when they get another scorching by the Heat at the Target Center. Whats your names starting 5?

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sundialFeb. 2, 13 9:00 AM

How many all-stars do the Lakers have on their team, even if they are whiny and bored? Where is our one all star? Out with a broken hand. That pretty much sums it up.

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snoozecruiseFeb. 2, 1310:16 AM

I admired the Wolves defensive effort. This is how the Bulls play every night. Pops and Thibadeau (sp?) are just light years above Adelman as a coach. Pops will call a timeout after one possession; Adelman waits until the half to make adjustments. Any chance to win the game was lost when Pek missed the layup and then missed both free throws around the 7:21 mark of the 4th quarter. Rubio may be the best defensive guard in the league. Given his competitive nature, I would not be surprised if he comes he next year with a legit shot. I think he's upset with himself for not being a good shooter, and being upset can be a catalyst for change. Let's see what our guys bring tonight. It's one thing to play hard against the Lakers, it's another thing to play hard against those who have as bad or worse records as themselves.

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