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Wolves' defense drastically improved

When Rick Adelman was hired to coach the Minnesota Timberwolves, he knew he would have his hands full improving the team on the defensive end. He watched film of last season's league worst defense, and referred to it as "horrendous." Now the Wolves' defense is close to being top ten in the NBA.
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When Rick Adelman was hired to coach the Minnesota Timberwolves, he knew he would have his hands full improving the team on the defensive end. He watched film of last season's league worst defense, and referred to it as "horrendous." Now the Wolves' defense is close to being top ten in the NBA.

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