It’s that time of year again. Where every move is magnified and each decision can tip the scales between glory and heartbreak. The postseason is creeping up, and for the Minnesota Timberwolves, the pressure isn’t just on the players. Head coach Chris Finch is feeling the heat too. But instead of retreating into a coaching bunker filled with game film and analytics, Finch tossed out a curveball that caught everyone off guard. His latest strategy suggestion? A scroll through a $41 billion platform that’s more famous for memes and mayhem, than meticulous basketball insight.
In a league built on X’s and O’s! Where plays are drawn like battle plans and every screen and cut is timed to the second, Finch’s words were almost insane. “Once things get a little rocky, I’ll probably go on Twitter and be a better coach” he said with a sly grin. Of course, it was partly a joke, but also, maybe not?
The line got laughs, but it also exposed the sheer unpredictability of playoff prep. With so many opinions flying in from analysts, fans, and yes, even random burner accounts, it’s a reminder that even the most seasoned coaches are constantly bombarded with ‘fix-it’ ideas from outside the locker room. Whether he actually logs on or not, Finch’s comment is a clever nod to the chaotic genius that is postseason basketball. Where inspiration can come from anywhere. Even your timeline!
@DaneMooreNBA took to Twitter and posted a video that instantly sparked intrigue. The clip featured Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch answering how much a team should adjust come playoff time. His response was sharp and dryly funny: “Everybody’s got a thousand ideas of what to do at this time. I just need to go on to Twitter and I’m a better coach. Once things get a little rocky, I’ll probably do that.”
It was a tongue-in-cheek nod to the flood of armchair coaches during the postseason, but beneath the humor was a real point. Finch followed it up with a clear-eyed message: “It’s not just about having all these ideas. It’s what can you actually accomplish at a high level”. He wasn’t dismissing adjustments, he was underlining the value of execution. With Minnesota closing the regular season with the league’s best defense and a 56–26 record, Finch is leaning into what’s been working. Instead of chasing trends, he’s doubling down on discipline and chemistry.
Chris Finch when asked about this being the time of year to tinker with lineups and schemes, and what the balance is to avoid over-tinkering.
“Everybody’s got a thousand ideas of what to do at this time. I just need to go on to Twitter and I’m a better coach. Once things get a… pic.twitter.com/k8DTfn8fos
— Dane Moore (@DaneMooreNBA) April 17, 2025
And honestly? He has a point. After all, the Timberwolves don’t need a complete tactical overhaul. They’ve already proven they can hang with the best. Minnesota ended the regular season with a strong 49-33 record, boasting the league’s 8th-best offensive rating and an even more impressive 6th in defense. That’s not a fluke.
Rather, it’s the product of consistent execution and a system that plays to their strengths. As Finch said, “You’ve got to start by doing what you’re really good at.” And for the Wolves, that means gritty defense from Rudy Gobert, explosive scoring from Anthony Edwards, and a team-wide commitment to the grind. So, while Twitter might offer clever plays and fancy rotations, Finch seems laser-focused on one thing: sticking to what works when it matters most!
But sticking to what works isn’t just a strategy anymore. It’s become a core part of the Timberwolves’ identity. As the predictions pour in and media narratives continue to tilt toward the Lakers, the Wolves aren’t flinching. In fact, they’re embracing the doubt. Anthony Edwards, in particular, isn’t buying into the noise.
With critics already leaning against Minnesota, his calm, almost amused reaction says it all. It’s not bravado. It’s belief. So, as the spotlight begins to shift from Finch’s sideline tactics to the players on the floor, Edwards is making one thing clear: this team doesn’t need external validation to know exactly what they’re capable of.
Anthony Edwards shuts out the noise as Timberwolves embrace underdog mentality
Anthony Edwards heard the noise. The predictions. The ESPN panel picking the Lakers. The internet already chalking up Minnesota as a footnote in the first round. So what did Ant have to say? “I love it” he said with a smirk, cool as ever. “I love the fact that everybody want the Lakers to win. That’s how it’s supposed to be. They don’t want the Timberwolves to win. I get it.”
That’s not frustration. It’s fuel! Edwards thrives on being doubted. The bigger the stage, the brighter he shines. And with the national media turning a blind eye to what the Wolves have built, he’s more than ready to remind them who they’re dealing with.
Jan 3, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5), center Rudy Gobert (27) and guard Mike Conley (10) talk during a free throw against the New Orleans Pelicans in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
And the thing is, he’s not just talking. Edwards has been backing up the swagger all season long. He wrapped up the regular season averaging 27.6 points per game, leading the league in three-pointers made, and shooting nearly 40% from beyond the arc. That’s not just volume. It’s precision under pressure. Add in 5.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game, and you’ve got a player impacting every part of the floor. Pair that with Rudy Gobert’s elite rim protection and Julius Randle’s steady presence, and it’s clear: this isn’t a one-man show.
The Wolves are disciplined, but they’ve also got that underdog edge. And with Ant setting the tone, they’re not just chasing wins, they’re demanding respect!
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