Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels made an admission about his team's performance in Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Minnesota got into foul trouble early on, with defensive stalwart Rudy Gobert drawing two in the first minute of play, limiting him to just 1:38 of action in the opening quarter. While the overwhelming whistles SGA drew on Tuesday brought on plenty of national ire, the Wolves and Thunder finished the night with 22 fouls apiece.

Jaden McDaniels got the brunt of playing against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. He was the primary defender for most of his time on the floor, but he fouled out after only 24 minutes.

McDaniels recorded seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 24 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 114-88 loss to the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, and three steals to power the Thunder past the Timberwolves in the first of a back-to-back set. Oklahoma City (46-10) shot a season-best 54% from three (19-of-35), with Chet Holmgren adding 19 points.

Jaden McDaniels knew what he was doing. He smirked, which is notable because he rarely emotes. However, you know McDaniels is about to do something

The Minnesota Timberwolves are reeling from the Game 1 loss to the Golden State Warriors, but there is nowhere to go but up for Jaden McDaniels and the team.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels' girlfriend, Allison Audrey, was seen showing love to her partner amid Paul Allen's comments.

Jaden McDaniels sometimes gives a look to the camera. It's a half grin. It's subtle coming from a guy who has built a persona around having no emotions,