| Kevin Garnett |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
38.9 |
High [1.2] |
21.8 |
12.7 |
4.1 |
2.8 |
218.06 |
Kevin Garnett remained the gravitational center of Minnesota’s identity during the 2005–06 regular season, playing nearly 39 minutes a night and filling every statistical column with relentless two-way activity. Offensively he operated as a high-post hub—facing up, hitting mid-range jumpers, and threading passes to cutters—which explains how a power forward averaged over four assists. His 21.8 points and 12.7 rebounds were the backbone of the offense and the glass, but the real story was defensive command: Garnett roamed as a help defender, erasing mistakes with timing and anticipation that produced 2.8 combined steals and blocks. The result was a season that still carried MVP-level influence even as the roster around him shifted, with his defensive coverage, playmaking from the elbows, and rebounding range making him one of the league’s most complete two-way forces. |
NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2008), NBA All-Star (2006), NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2006) |
| Wally Szczerbiak |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
38.9 |
High [1.2] |
20.1 |
4.8 |
2.8 |
0.9 |
150.74 |
Wally Szczerbiak delivered one of the most efficient scoring campaigns of his career in 2005–06, acting as Minnesota’s primary perimeter scorer alongside Garnett. His offensive approach was built on clean shot selection—curling off screens, spacing the floor beyond the arc, and attacking closeouts just enough to keep defenders honest. Shooting nearly 50% from the field and over 40% from three, he thrived as a classic off-ball marksman who punished defensive attention directed toward Garnett. The efficiency mattered: his 20.1 points came on balanced scoring across mid-range pull-ups, spot-up threes, and steady free-throw production, making him the Wolves’ most reliable half-court perimeter weapon throughout the regular season. |
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| Ricky Davis |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
40.6 |
High [1.2] |
19.1 |
4.6 |
4.8 |
1.4 |
157.08 |
Ricky Davis played a heavy-usage wing role in Minnesota’s 2005–06 attack, logging more than 40 minutes per game and frequently operating as a secondary creator next to Garnett. His game revolved around shot creation—pull-up jumpers, drives into traffic, and opportunistic transition scoring—which produced 19.1 points while also generating nearly five assists per night. Davis’ willingness to handle the ball gave Minnesota another playmaking dimension on the wing, though it also came with risk-taking and turnovers. Defensively he contributed active hands, combining for 1.4 steals and blocks, but his most noticeable impact came from the sheer offensive volume he carried as a scoring guard playing starter-level minutes every night. |
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| Marcus Banks |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
30.7 |
High [1.2] |
12.0 |
2.9 |
4.7 |
1.5 |
110.88 |
Marcus Banks stepped into a larger role during the 2005–06 season and provided Minnesota with an athletic, aggressive lead guard capable of pushing tempo. His 12.0 points and 4.7 assists reflected a guard who attacked downhill rather than orchestrating methodically—driving into the paint, collapsing defenses, and creating open looks for teammates. Banks’ quickness also translated defensively, where he pressured ball handlers and produced 1.5 combined steals and blocks. While not a traditional pass-first floor general, his burst and ability to generate offense off the dribble added a needed injection of speed to Minnesota’s guard rotation. |
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| Mark Blount |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
27.5 |
Medium [1.1] |
10.2 |
4.8 |
0.8 |
1.6 |
80.70 |
Mark Blount served as a frontcourt scorer who complemented Garnett with interior finishing during the 2005–06 regular season. Operating mostly from the low block and short mid-range, he converted over 50% of his shots and averaged double figures in points despite modest usage. His offensive value came from efficiency rather than volume—quick hooks, short jumpers, and opportunistic cuts when Garnett drew defensive attention. On the defensive side he added rim presence with 1.6 combined steals and blocks, giving Minnesota occasional interior protection while functioning primarily as a secondary scoring big. |
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| Marko Jarić |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
28.0 |
Medium [1.1] |
7.8 |
3.1 |
3.9 |
1.7 |
76.00 |
Marko Jarić played a versatile backcourt role in Minnesota’s 2005–06 lineup, blending playmaking, perimeter defense, and positional size. Though his scoring numbers were modest, his nearly four assists per game reflected a guard comfortable initiating offense and keeping the ball moving within the half-court. Jarić’s defensive instincts stood out more clearly—his 1.7 combined steals and blocks showed active hands and a willingness to disrupt passing lanes. The Serbian guard often functioned as a connective piece in the rotation, bridging the gap between primary scorers and the team’s defensive schemes. |
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| Eddie Griffin |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
19.4 |
Medium [1.1] |
4.6 |
5.6 |
0.6 |
2.3 |
61.14 |
Eddie Griffin carved out a defensive specialist role in Minnesota’s 2005–06 rotation, bringing shot-blocking instincts that dramatically outweighed his scoring output. Despite averaging under five points per game, Griffin’s presence around the rim changed possessions: he averaged over two blocks per night and added occasional steals, producing a 2.3 STK mark that reflected elite defensive activity per minute. His offensive role was limited to put-backs and spot jumpers, but his timing as a help defender and rim protector gave the Wolves an interior defensive weapon whenever he stepped on the floor. |
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| Troy Hudson |
Bench [1.0] |
22.2 |
Medium [1.1] |
9.5 |
1.2 |
2.9 |
0.4 |
61.60 |
Troy Hudson operated as Minnesota’s scoring spark off the bench during the 2005–06 regular season, bringing instant offense to the second unit. His approach leaned heavily toward perimeter shooting and quick pull-ups, reflected in his three-point attempts and aggressive shot profile. Though his efficiency fluctuated, Hudson’s willingness to create his own shot made him one of the few reserves capable of swinging momentum with a scoring burst. His role was less about playmaking or defense and more about injecting energy and shot creation when the starters rested. |
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| Rashad McCants |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
17.2 |
Medium [1.1] |
7.9 |
1.8 |
0.8 |
0.9 |
52.51 |
Rookie guard Rashad McCants brought microwave scoring instincts to Minnesota’s backcourt in 2005–06. Known for his confident perimeter shooting and ability to score in bunches, McCants averaged nearly eight points in limited minutes while showing flashes of the offensive aggression that defined his college career at North Carolina. His role centered on spacing the floor and hunting jumpers—particularly from beyond the arc—while gradually adapting to NBA defensive speed. The flashes of scoring talent hinted at a player capable of becoming a larger offensive piece with experience. |
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| Trenton Hassell |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
32.6 |
Low [1.0] |
9.2 |
2.8 |
2.6 |
1.0 |
68.64 |
Trenton Hassell functioned as Minnesota’s perimeter defensive anchor throughout the 2005–06 regular season. While his scoring output stayed under ten points per game, his real assignment came on the other end—shadowing opposing wings and taking on difficult defensive matchups night after night. Offensively he played a restrained role built on catch-and-shoot opportunities and opportunistic cuts, allowing higher-usage teammates to control the offense. His impact was subtle but vital, providing defensive discipline and stability along the perimeter. |
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| Michael Olowokandi |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
23.5 |
Low [1.0] |
6.0 |
5.6 |
0.5 |
1.4 |
56.70 |
Michael Olowokandi contributed as a rotational center whose role focused on rebounding and interior defense during the 2005–06 season. His offensive touches were limited—mostly finishes around the rim—but he remained active on the boards and around the basket. With 5.6 rebounds and 1.4 combined steals and blocks, Olowokandi provided size and physicality in the paint, helping stabilize Minnesota’s frontcourt depth behind Garnett. |
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| Justin Reed |
Bench [1.0] |
17.7 |
Low [1.0] |
6.3 |
2.4 |
0.9 |
0.8 |
20.80 |
Justin Reed played a complementary forward role off the bench during the 2005–06 regular season, offering energy, rebounding, and interior finishing in limited minutes. His scoring largely came from hustle plays—cuts, offensive rebounds, and short jumpers—rather than designed touches. Reed’s contributions were modest statistically but reflected the classic utility forward role: physical play, occasional boards, and reliable effort whenever called into the rotation. |
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| Bracey Wright |
Bench [1.0] |
19.3 |
Medium [1.1] |
8.9 |
2.6 |
0.7 |
0.1 |
27.72 |
Bracey Wright appeared briefly during the 2005–06 season but showed flashes of scoring ability when given minutes. The rookie guard looked comfortable firing from outside and attacking open space, averaging nearly nine points across limited appearances. His role remained small within the larger rotation, yet the glimpses of perimeter scoring and confidence with the ball suggested developmental potential as a bench shooter. |
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| Anthony Carter |
Bench [1.0] |
13.1 |
Low [1.0] |
3.3 |
1.4 |
2.2 |
0.7 |
15.20 |
Anthony Carter served as a reserve point guard whose primary job was organizing the offense and maintaining structure with the second unit. His scoring was minimal, but Carter’s value came from ball security, steady playmaking, and defensive hustle. Averaging over two assists in just 13 minutes per game, he functioned as a stabilizing presence whenever Minnesota needed a calm ball handler to guide possessions. |
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| Mark Madsen |
Bench [1.0] |
10.9 |
Low [1.0] |
1.2 |
2.3 |
0.2 |
0.7 |
8.80 |
Mark Madsen filled the classic energy-big role for Minnesota in 2005–06. Offensively he rarely looked to score, instead focusing on screens, rebounds, and physical play inside. His impact was measured more in hustle than numbers—diving for loose balls, battling on the boards, and bringing intensity whenever the Wolves needed frontcourt depth. |
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| Richie Frahm |
Bench [1.0] |
9.0 |
Low [1.0] |
2.6 |
0.9 |
0.6 |
0.2 |
8.60 |
Richie Frahm’s role in Minnesota’s rotation centered almost entirely on perimeter spacing. The veteran guard functioned as a situational three-point shooter, stepping in to stretch defenses when the offense needed outside gravity. Though his minutes were limited, his willingness to shoot from deep kept defenders honest along the arc. |
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| Ronald Dupree |
Bench [1.0] |
7.4 |
Low [1.0] |
2.2 |
1.4 |
0.4 |
0.3 |
8.60 |
Ronald Dupree appeared in a limited wing role during the 2005–06 regular season, contributing athleticism and energy in short bursts. His offensive production came primarily in transition and around the rim, while his defensive effort and rebounding activity helped fill small gaps in the rotation when called upon. |
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| Nikoloz Tskitishvili |
Bench [1.0] |
2.6 |
Low [1.0] |
0.6 |
0.4 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
2.00 |
Nikoloz Tskitishvili saw only brief action during the 2005–06 campaign, appearing in a handful of games with minimal playing time. Once a highly touted international prospect, his role by this stage was limited to deep bench minutes, with little opportunity to establish a rhythm or impact the rotation. |
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| TEAM TOTALS |
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— |
— |
91.7 |
39.4 |
20.9 |
12.5 |
— |
The 2005–06 Minnesota Timberwolves leaned heavily on Kevin Garnett’s all-around brilliance while surrounding him with a mix of perimeter scorers and defensive role players. Wally Szczerbiak and Ricky Davis carried major scoring responsibility on the wings, while the backcourt rotated through several playmakers. The roster’s statistical profile reflected a balanced but inconsistent offense paired with pockets of strong individual defense—particularly from Garnett and shot-blockers like Eddie Griffin. |
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