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The Warriors are most afraid of him! Why don’t the Timberwolves give the inside general more mobile phones?

2:33am, 16 May 2025【Basketball】

In a previous NBA Western Conference semi-finals, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Golden State Warriors who returned to their home court 102-97. After this game, the Timberwolves, who won two consecutive victories in the series, widened the total score of the series to 2-1. Judging from the situation in these two games, the Timberwolves reversed the situation and they also had a certain advantage in this round of the series.

In this game, the Timberwolves' substitute inside player Naz Reid's performance was still very stable. Reed played 24 minutes and 30 seconds in the whole game, made 3 of 4 shots and 3 of 3 from outside the three-point line, scored 9 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists, and had 2 turnovers and 4 fouls, with a plus-negative value of +10. Reed still maintained an extremely outstanding feel on the offensive end. He didn't make many shots, but he also seized the opportunity and got a lot of points, providing a lot of help and support to the team on the offensive end. Reed also showed certain passing ability and support ability, proving that he is a player with comprehensive abilities, and his effectiveness on the defensive end is also worthy of recognition. If Reid can get more playing time and higher tactical status, his data will also be further improved. Reed is actually in a pretty good state, but it seems that the Timberwolves have not given him enough playing time and ball rights.

In the NBA regular season this season, Reed played 80 games in 82 games, averaging 27.5 minutes per game, averaging 14.2 points, 6 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.9 blocks, and 1.4 turnovers and 2.4 fouls, shooting percentage of 46.2%, three-point shooting percentage of 37.9%, and free throw shooting percentage of 77.6%. In the playoffs, Reed averaged 26 minutes in his first seven games, with averaging 12.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.8 blocks, and 1.4 turnovers and 2.9 fouls. He shot 53% from the field, 50% from three-point shooting percentage and 63.6% from free throws.

In fact, Reed's performance during the playoffs was very outstanding. His playing time has declined to a certain extent compared to the regular season stage, but his data can still be maintained at a higher level, and his offensive efficiency and his three-point shooting percentage have been significantly improved. Reed has a great influence on the game and pressure on his opponent on the offensive end. His advantage in figure also makes the opponent unable to effectively limit him. It is no exaggeration to say that the Warriors are very afraid of him. I wonder if Reed will get more trust and support in the next game. He is fully capable of posing a greater threat to the Warriors?