MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves coach and president Tom Thibodeau
says the team is eyeing Lance Stephenson, among others, for its open roster
spot.
Thibodeau says no final decision has been made, but indicated on Tuesday that
Stephenson is a strong candidate for a 10-day contract. The 26-year-old started
the season in New Orleans before needing groin surgery in November.
The volatile swingman could bring some defensive intensity and toughness to a
young team in need of both. His experience as a seven-year NBA veteran could
also be a bonus for one of the youngest teams in the league.
The Wolves are coming off their fourth straight loss, a defeat at home to Miami
that prompted Thibodeau to challenge his team to be better on defense.
