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Peculiar Reason Cited as Possible Explanation for Timberwolves Struggles at Home

Minnesota Timberwolves center Gobert talks with guard Edwards against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. | Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

The Minnesota Timberwolves are just .500 at home so far this season, compared to a winning record on the road. They have lost two games in a row in Minnesota, including a disappointing loss to the lowly Washington Wizards Saturday, although Anthony Edwards was out due to an illness and Julius Randle with a groin injury.

The Wolves have a shot to get back above even at home this season Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls. While they try to get to the bottom of their home court woes, veteran guard Mike Conley has a possible reason: A number of Timberwolves players have infants at home.

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