Embarrassment: Timberwolves 111, Nets 81 (GAME GRADES)

Paul Pierce

Paul Pierce POWER FORWARD

Fallen off the offensive wagon after a hot start.

Shaun Livingston POINT GUARD

Him too.

Kevin Garnett POWER FORWARD

Frightful performance that saw him outclassed on the glass and in the paint by the Timberwolves big men and a flagrant foul that changed the course of the game from “barely within striking distance” to unbelievable laugher.” Earned a standing ovation for his twelve years of service to Minnesota’s franchise,

Alan Anderson SHOOTING GUARD

Didn’t have the worst game in his hometown, but I’m sure Timberwolves fans will take a game like this any day.

Joe Johnson SHOOTING GUARD

Made a few completely unimportant shots in a flowless offense.

Andray Blatche POWER FORWARD

With a few decent offensive moves and some point Blatche moments, Andray Blatche played with more energy than just about every other Nets player tonight. That should tell you all you need to know about tonight’s game.

Reggie Evans POWER FORWARD

Blame him for playing poorly at starting center, but that’s like blaming a telephone for not knowing how to ski.

Tornike Shengelia SMALL FORWARD

Hey, he played! Anyone see that up and under layup after about seven steps?

Mirza Teletovic POWER FORWARD

Made his first three-pointer of the year in garbage time to cut a 32-point lead to 29 with under three minutes left. So, great!