Minnesota Timberwolves: 5 best lineups

5. Jeff Teague, Jamal Crawford, Jimmy Butler, Wiggins and Towns

Due to Thibodeau’s penchant for playing two traditional big men at the same time, this lineup will probably never see the light of day.

However, it can be Minnesota’s own version of Golden State’s death lineup with either Wiggins or Butler playing the 4.

Offensively, this lineup will be extremely difficult to guard. Every player the Wolves trot out is an offensive threat the defense must respect.

Opposing coaches will be confused about who they should put their traditional power forward on. Wiggins is the most likely option but due to his physical gifts, he will be able to blow right past the majority of 4’s.

This also allows the teams three best playmakers, Teague, Crawford and Butler, to be on the court at the same time. This will enable as many easy basket cuts and off-ball screens as we will see in a Thibs run offense.

Towns will also have plenty of space to work with down low as defenses will be hesitant to help off their man. Even if they choose to double Towns, he has a plethora of athletic players and good finishers to dish to.

Defensively will be the biggest challenge for this five man group.

While Towns can hold his own at the center position, whoever is guarding the power forward is at risk of being bullied down low.

Butler should be the man to draw the assignment as he’s the most physical of the remaining players. He never gives up on the play and will work his butt off in the post.

While this lineup will only work in certain situations, it can give Minnesota a unique look that other teams must prepare for ahead of time.