Minnesota Timberwolves take part in the play-in tournament

It would be a failure for some teams to have to go through the rigors of the play-in tournament to make it to the playoffs.

On the other hand, it would be a major success if a team like the Minnesota Timberwolves took part in the play-in tournament. Minnesota has just one playoff appearance since the 2004-2005 season.

But with a trio of D’Angelo Russell, Anthony Edwards, and Karl-Anthony Towns, they have the personnel that can push for a spot in the playoffs in 2020-2021.

Russell Westbrook leads the NBA in assists again

Ever since the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Russell Westbrook via trade, many have debated whether Westbrook or LeBron James will lead the team in assists.

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While James is capable of leading the Lakers in assists, I believe he defers to Westbrook to be the primary ball-handler in the offense.

Giving James someone else who can create for others and someone that allows him to work off-ball more could be a recipe for success for the Lakers.