While Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards had a difficult shooting night, the Wolves relied on the talent of Naz Reid to maintain the hope of a victory (in vain). The sixth man of the year 2024 would have been the hero of the day if he had scored this last 3-point shot.
If there’s one Wolves player who will avoid criticism today, it’s Naz Reid. On total shooting fire (23 points off the bench, 7/9 from 3-point range), the interior was the big man for the Wolves this night. Fully involved in his team’s big start, Reid then made the baskets he needed to fend off Dallas’ comebacks, like this very important shot at the end of the 3rd quarter to keep 7 points ahead for money time. .
It’s him again who pulls away in the last quarter with two new winning shots and a big dunk to put Minny on the path to success. Not helped by his leaders, Reid could have offered victory to his team at the buzzer but his shot ended a bit too far to the left, undoubtedly hampered by the good return of Derrick Jones Jr. An unfortunate end for a player who deserved better given his accomplishments of the day.
The best player on his team, Reid even sent Towns to the sidelines on the bench for almost all of the money time. The basketball gods will have finally given victory to the Mavs but Naz will not have stolen his shower. It’s up to him to confirm on the Dallas side to help his people get back on track.
2024-05-25 06:16:00
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