3 winners and 3 losers from Timberwolves preseason

Following the Minnesota Timberwolves' 133-116 preseason finale loss to the Chicago Bulls, Dunking with Wolves evaluated the roster's standout performers and struggling players over six exhibition contests. The outlet names Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards, and Trey Lyles as the primary winners who solidified their standing, while identifying Jaylen Clark, Joan Beringer, and Terrence Shannon Jr. as players facing challenges.

The writer argues McDaniels and Edwards thrived alongside new playmaker LaMelo Ball, while Lyles played his way into head coach Chris Finch's rotation. Conversely, the analysis notes that Clark appears on the outside of the regular rotation, Beringer showed defensive inexperience, and Shannon's ball-dominant tendencies raise concerns about his fit among the primary lineup.