The excitement is palpable for Wolves fans as the team advances to the second round of the playoffs after a twenty-year drought. Local artist Adam Johnson is capturing the enthusiasm of Wolves fandom with his paintings. Johnson’s painting of Naz Reid was loved by Reid himself, who received a copy of the art.
The buzz around the Wolves is undeniable as fans eagerly await the upcoming games. This past Saturday, Wolves fever was on full display at Colorwheel Gallery in Minneapolis when Johnson dropped off free Reid posters for fans. Sarah Hargadon from Minnetonka expressed her excitement for the team, highlighting the great chemistry within the group and her anticipation for the series.
The optimism isn’t just limited to the Wolves, as Minnesota sports teams have been experiencing success recently. The Minnesota Twins have won twelve games in a row and the Vikings recently drafted Michigan star quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Local sports fandom in Minnesota has reached a fever pitch, with fans feeling good about their current state of affairs despite two decades of limited success.
Despite past disappointments, local sports fans remain hopeful for a strong postseason run by their favorite teams, including the Timberwolves. Charlie Wenner from Eden Prairie noted that despite past disappointments, he believes that this season is looking bright and it’s an exciting time to follow local sports in Minnesota. High hopes are being pinned on the Wolves to continue their success in the playoffs.
Fans like Hargadon and Wenner are confident in their team’s abilities and are hopeful for a strong showing against Denver Nuggets in round two of playoffs. The optimism is infectious with fans like Jamie Hoekstra even predicting a sweep against Denver due to talent on roster such as Anthony Edwards, who has been playing exceptionally well throughout season.
The energy surrounding local sports teams in Minnesota is electric, with fans eagerly anticipating upcoming games and matchups.