Top 5 points per game leaders in Timberwolves history

#4 – Al Jefferson

While his time with Minnesota may not have been as long as most of the others on this list, big Al Jefferson did leave his impact on the offensive end of the floor. In his three seasons with Minnesota, he would average an impressive 20.1 points per game.

He would also have the best scoring season of his career in Minnesota when he averaged 23.1 points per game in 2008-09. Big Al was well-known for his ability to score with his back to the basket.

He’s a big body with a soft touch, which in the NBA isn’t all that common. Not only did he have his soft touch, but he also had the ability to occasionally step out and hit the 15-footer as well. Jefferson has a unique skill-set which involves him having the ability to create scoring opportunities with his back to the basket.

He may get criticized for his lack of defense, but when it comes to scoring, in his time with Minnesota, Big Al should be considered elite.

It seemed as if his back was to the basket and the help didn’t come that it was almost automatic. With Minnesota, he would score a career high 40 points on two separate occasions.

Unfortunately, Jefferson would end up battling injuries in his Minnesota career and would eventually be traded to the Utah Jazz.

Big Al may not be a household name when thinking of Timberwolves greats but when you factor in the ability to score, the name Al Jefferson will go down as one of the greatest scorers in Minnesota history.