A Kentucky basketball fan’s guide to the NBA Playoffs
By Drew Koch
Minnesota Timberwolves
Another former No. 1 overall pick from the Kentucky basketball program will be making an appearance in the NBA postseason. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Minnesota Timberwolves to their first playoff appearance in 14 years.
The T-Wolves haven’t been in the NBA playoffs since 2004. A big reason for their return this season is Karl-Anthony Towns. A first-time All-Star and former Rookie of the Year, Towns averaged a double-double this season with 21.3 points and 12.3 rebounds.
Towns and the T-Wolves draw a tough task in the first-round with a matchup against the likely MVP James Harden and the Houston Rockets. The Rockets and Wolves start their series Sunday night in Houston.