The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Chris Finch joins The Herd, Tomorrow's Headlines Today
Feb 27, 2026
Chris Finch, Minnesota Timberwolves head coach known for coaching NBA talent, discusses his fiery but productive relationship with Anthony Edwards. They talk guarding giants like Victor Wembanyama, building playoff-ready defense, Jaden McDaniels’ rise, and the Jokic vs. Cunningham MVP debate. Finch also talks living and coaching in Minneapolis and preparing for March’s physical basketball.
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Fiery Coach Player Dynamic Fuels Competitiveness
- Anthony Edwards and Chris Finch have a fiery, candid coach-player dynamic that they use to stoke competitiveness rather than create drama.
- Finch says their jabs are longstanding, not mean-spirited, and they move on quickly after in-game exchanges.
Wembanyama Changes The Geometry Of The Floor
- Victor Wembanyama alters opponents' offensive behavior simply by existing on the floor because of his length and anticipation.
- Finch noted Wembanyama can change floor geometry, cover ground on closeouts, and be unguardable when his three is going.
Adjust Spacing Against Lengthy Versatile Defenders
- When defending uniquely long, anticipatory players, adjust spacing and closeout strategies because they can cover multiple threats.
- Finch stresses teams must avoid attacking the paint the same way and account for extended closeout range.