Two days in October: Inside Chris Finch’s meticulous world with the Timberwolves
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch manages a demanding schedule and detailed game preparation despite battling hemochromatosis, which affects his hand writing.
- The team is undergoing significant changes with new players, staff, and ownership, fueling a sense of excitement and optimism as the regular season approaches.
- Finch emphasizes defense and team cohesion, especially after star player Anthony Edwards' knee surgery sidelined him for at least two months.
- The coaching staff conducts thorough film analysis and strategic meetings daily, focusing on improving offensive sets, defensive schemes, and player roles.
- Despite a preseason loss to the Detroit Pistons, Finch and his staff use the experience as a learning opportunity to address physicality and intensity concerns before the regular season.
