Veteran coach Elston Turner helped mold Timberwolves into better defensive team

In his second season, Elston Turner helped the Wolves climb into the top 10 in the NBA in defensive rating.

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Wolves assistant coach Elston Turner at the half, Minnesota Timberwolves, Timberwolves assistant coach Elston Turner spoke with Katie Storm before the start of the third quarter. #RaisedByWolves

Wolves assistant coach Elston Turner at the half, Minnesota Timberwolves, Timberwolves assistant coach Elston Turner spoke with Katie Storm before the start of the third quarter. #RaisedByWolves

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Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Elston Turner in the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski Stock Photo - Alamy

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Wolves assistant coach Elston Turner at the half, Minnesota Timberwolves, Timberwolves assistant coach Elston Turner spoke with Katie Storm before the start of the third quarter. #RaisedByWolves