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Charles Barkley Issues Eye-Opening Question About Timberwolves
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Charles Barkley Issues Eye-Opening Question About Timberwolves

Originally posted on Athlon Sports  |  By Joshua Rosenblum  |  Last updated Apr 22, 2025 9:04 PM ET

NBA legend Charles Barkley sparked intrigue during a broadcast on TNT’s "Inside the NBA", posing a thought-provoking question about the Minnesota Timberwolves before facing the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their playoff series. 

With the Timberwolves leading 1-0, Barkley, known for his candid commentary, wondered aloud, “I wonder if they got the mentality to get greedy,” a statement that has since reverberated across the basketball community.

Barkley’s question cuts to the heart of the Timberwolves’ postseason aspirations. 

After a commanding Game 1 victory, the team, led by rising star Anthony Edwards, has shown flashes of brilliance. 

Yet, Barkley’s remark challenges their ability to maintain a killer instinct against a Lakers squad featuring LeBron James and Luka Doncic—a duo capable of turning any series on its head. 

The Timberwolves’ regular-season record against the Lakers was an even 2-2, setting the stage for a fiercely contested battle.

The Timberwolves have been a team on the rise, bolstered by Edwards’ dynamic scoring and Rudy Gobert’s defensive prowess. 

However, Barkley’s comment hints at a deeper concern: can they sustain their momentum and capitalize on their early lead? 

Last year, the Timberwolves took a 2-0 lead over the Denver Nuggets in the second round, a series Barkley also commented on, praising their resilience despite Gobert’s absence in Game 2. 

History suggests they can rise to the occasion, but the Lakers present a unique challenge.

As Game 2 unfolds, all eyes are on Minnesota to see if they can channel the “greedy” mentality Barkley demands.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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