Timberwolves: Column: New roster gives Timberwolves new hope

MINNEAPOLIS — It’s easy to listen to another Timberwolves plan and roll your eyes — really, really, really easy — but darned if this time doesn’t seem different.

Minnesota has bungled through many double-digit losing streaks over the years, but Friday marked the first time the Timberwolves responded by replacing half the roster virtually overnight.

During a news conference held at City Center in downtown Minneapolis on Friday, the Timberwolves introduced seven new players, including all-star point guard D’Angelo Russell, acquired in separate deadline trades with Houston, Denver and Golden State.

Rosas not only moved Wiggins but did so for Russell, who immediately becomes the Timberwolves’ best point guard since Sam Cassel helped them make the Western Conference finals in 2004.

So, yes, Rosas’ Plan A is just about Plan Z for Timberwolves fans.