Press Conference on Tuesday at 4PM Central

[TeamRicky [enjin:6648771]]

http://kstp.com/article/12797/

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[thedoper]

It is so strange to see competent people talking about the Timberwolves. Except for Glen of course ;)

[thedoper]

Thibs was great on the specific players. KAT, Bazz, Tyus and Wiggs were in house and he complimented them all but said they need to get their d up. Love it.

[TeamRicky [enjin:6648771]]

Not much new. What I found most interesting was when he had been asked for the second time how he and Layden would share power and resolve disagreements, he looked over at Glen and said something to the effect that "Its his money, so Glen can decide."

[Monster]

Not much new. What I found most interesting was when he had been asked for the second time how he and Layden would share power and resolve disagreements, he looked over at Glen and said something to the effect that "Its his money, so Glen can decide."

That was a pretty funny moment. I really do think it's real that Thibs just wants a collaborative situation not ultimate power or anything crazy like that.

The press conference was sort of boring. Thibs isn't wildly exciting but he has a certain charm about him. Layden isn't interesting either. Does anyone really care though if there are results? I don't and both guys seem like humble working types. Thibs did seem to get a kick out of the Chicago media guys being there.

[longstrangetrip [enjin:6600564]]

Not much new. What I found most interesting was when he had been asked for the second time how he and Layden would share power and resolve disagreements, he looked over at Glen and said something to the effect that "Its his money, so Glen can decide."

That was a pretty funny moment. I really do think it's real that Thibs just wants a collaborative situation not ultimate power or anything crazy like that.

The press conference was sort of boring. Thibs isn't wildly exciting but he has a certain charm about him. Layden isn't interesting either. Does anyone really care though if there are results? I don't and both guys seem like humble working types. Thibs did seem to get a kick out of the Chicago media guys being there.

The whole day was boring! Thibs doesn't have Flip's open personality or Sam's style or coolness, but I agree with you, monster...he does have a certain charm. Kind of uncomfortable in front of people, but seems like a good guy. Leydon is all Brooklyn slick...loves to hear himself talk, but never really says anything.

The days where Flip would kind of tell us (like on the Funkadelic) what his intentions were are over...these guy keep their cards close to their chest at all times! And that's all right. As entertaining as Flip was, we fans don't need the GM or coach to be our good buddy...we just need them to win.

[Q12543 [enjin:6621299]]

Finally had a chance to watch this. Not bad. I like how Thibs openly critiqued the players right in the room. He seems like the type of coach where you know what's expected of you Day One and where you stand with him. I have a feeling he's going to have a long chat with Wiggins specifically.

Layden seemed very down to earth and deferential to me. It seems like his personality complements the more blunt and edgy Thibs.

The decision making thing does matter. Glen didn't mention it at the presser and Thibs has played it coy, but I heard Glen say in a prior interview that their contracts specify who has final decision making authority on what issues.

[Monster]

Not much new. What I found most interesting was when he had been asked for the second time how he and Layden would share power and resolve disagreements, he looked over at Glen and said something to the effect that "Its his money, so Glen can decide."

That was a pretty funny moment. I really do think it's real that Thibs just wants a collaborative situation not ultimate power or anything crazy like that.

The press conference was sort of boring. Thibs isn't wildly exciting but he has a certain charm about him. Layden isn't interesting either. Does anyone really care though if there are results? I don't and both guys seem like humble working types. Thibs did seem to get a kick out of the Chicago media guys being there.

The whole day was boring! Thibs doesn't have Flip's open personality or Sam's style or coolness, but I agree with you, monster...he does have a certain charm. Kind of uncomfortable in front of people, but seems like a good guy. Leydon is all Brooklyn slick...loves to hear himself talk, but never really says anything.

The days where Flip would kind of tell us (like on the Funkadelic) what his intentions were are over...these guy keep their cards close to their chest at all times! And that's all right. As entertaining as Flip was, we fans don't need the GM or coach to be our good buddy...we just need them to win.

I did feel when listening to the press conference and to Layden afterward was unless there is something that doesn't click it seems like Milt would be welcome to stick around if he wants to. Milt isnt a guy that craves the spotlight is process driven and seems like a worker. I would think he would fit right in and I would think he would want to stay. Basically he could be in the role Layden just had with the Spurs and that's not a bad deal. Milt isn't charismatic but it's pretty easy to like him and it seems he has done some good work here. Is it me just being a homer wanting him to stay?

[Q12543 [enjin:6621299]]

Not much new. What I found most interesting was when he had been asked for the second time how he and Layden would share power and resolve disagreements, he looked over at Glen and said something to the effect that "Its his money, so Glen can decide."

That was a pretty funny moment. I really do think it's real that Thibs just wants a collaborative situation not ultimate power or anything crazy like that.

The press conference was sort of boring. Thibs isn't wildly exciting but he has a certain charm about him. Layden isn't interesting either. Does anyone really care though if there are results? I don't and both guys seem like humble working types. Thibs did seem to get a kick out of the Chicago media guys being there.

The whole day was boring! Thibs doesn't have Flip's open personality or Sam's style or coolness, but I agree with you, monster...he does have a certain charm. Kind of uncomfortable in front of people, but seems like a good guy. Leydon is all Brooklyn slick...loves to hear himself talk, but never really says anything.

The days where Flip would kind of tell us (like on the Funkadelic) what his intentions were are over...these guy keep their cards close to their chest at all times! And that's all right. As entertaining as Flip was, we fans don't need the GM or coach to be our good buddy...we just need them to win.

I did feel when listening to the press conference and to Layden afterward was unless there is something that doesn't click it seems like Milt would be welcome to stick around if he wants to. Milt isnt a guy that craves the spotlight is process driven and seems like a worker. I would think he would fit right in and I would think he would want to stay. Basically he could be in the role Layden just had with the Spurs and that's not a bad deal. Milt isn't charismatic but it's pretty easy to like him and it seems he has done some good work here. Is it me just being a homer wanting him to stay?

I agree, but you never know. Milt may get a better opportunity elsewhere. I'm sure Layden and Thibs want to have some continuity between the assistant coaches, scouts, and player personnel guys. So I expect a few familiar faces to be back. Milt might be one of them. Ryan Saunders could be another.

[Monster]

Finally had a chance to watch this. Not bad. I like how Thibs openly critiqued the players right in the room. He seems like the type of coach where you know what's expected of you Day One and where you stand with him. I have a feeling he's going to have a long chat with Wiggins specifically.

Layden seemed very down to earth and deferential to me. It seems like his personality complements the more blunt and edgy Thibs.

The decision making thing does matter. Glen didn't mention it at the presser and Thibs has played it coy, but I heard Glen say in a prior interview that their contracts specify who has final decision making authority on what issues.

You may say they are being coy but to me it seems like they really don't see it as an issue. I realize it's reasonable and healthy to have skeptisism about the arrangement but I don't have a lot of worries. Thibs hand picked a guy he has known for what 20 years and Layden is a legit NBA executive. I keep feeling the Wolves lucked into something pretty special.