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Wolves tightening screws on defense

It wasn't long ago that the Timberwolves allowed 150 points in a single game. But the team's defense has come a long way. In fact, it's ... surprisingly good. The team ended the preseason ranked No. 1 defensively in the NBA in fewest points and lowest field-goal percentage allowed, the Star Tribune reports.
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It wasn't long ago that the Timberwolves allowed 150 points in a single game. But the team's defense has come a long way. In fact, it's ... surprisingly good. The team ended the preseason ranked No. 1 defensively in the NBA in fewest points and lowest field-goal percentage allowed, the Star Tribune reports.

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