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Bradley Beal and the Wizards had the same number of playoff wins this season.
BUST OUT THE BROOMS!
(3) Wolves swept (6) Suns 4-0
How’d we get here? After a regular-season sweep by Phoenix, Minnesota completely flipped the script. The Wolves bullied the Suns physically, emotionally and basketball-ly (I’m stickin’ with it). It was a clinic by Minnesota, as Phoenix completely fell apart.
What’s the story? Anthony Edwards is a superstar. He said he’s here to kill everybody. We believe him. Also, Chris Finch got hurt!
What awaits the Wolves? They’re awaiting Denver to wrap its series. Then, we’ll see how Minnesota measures up to the champs.
How’s Phoenix doing? Horribly. The Suns are doing horribly. Shams can explain more below.
GOT THE JOB DONE IN THE DESERT. 🏜️ pic.twitter.com/V9tXuJjsIp
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) April 29, 2024
GOOOOOOD MORNING, WOLVES FANS. pic.twitter.com/ThbmzBNeoZ
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) April 29, 2024
(1) Thunder lead (8) Pelicans 3-0
How’d we get here? A big part is Zion Williamson’s injury. He was playing the most dominant ball of his career before the hammy…
