Timberwolves handle Phoenix for three quarters, then unravel

MINNEAPOLIS — For better or worse, the Timberwolves would wear their emotions on their sleeves, if their jerseys had any.

This team thrives on its passion for the game and it has helped turn the team around after years in the NBA wilderness.

There was plenty of bluster and bravado in Wednesday's 125-116 loss to Phoenix, and plenty of griping at officials in a game that featured six technicals.