The Minnesota Timberwolves earned a big win against the Clippers in the NBA Play-In Tournament to advance to the postseason. But it was their postgame celebration that stole the show. Some people liked it, while others felt it was excessive. Nonetheless, it certainly attracted plenty of attention and drew quite a response from LeBron James and rest of the NBA world. Here are some of the best reactions from around the league.
Kyle Kuzma reacted with a sarcastic response to the win.
The Timberwolves were emotional after the victory. Patrick Beverley especially stood out with his actions after defeating his former team. But the fact is that they still have a long way to go. Nonetheless, the Timberwolves officially booked their ticket to the playoffs and Pat Bev was hyped.
NBA personality Kevin O'Connor appreciated Beverley's showmanship.
Ja Morant was entertained.
Overtime sent out this hilarious tweet.
And finally, LeBron James echoed a similar sentiment to Morant and found it to be extremely funny.
Minnesota is the talk of the league right now. Patrick Beverley's iconic reaction will live on in highlight clips for years. But the real task is only beginning for the Timberwolves as they head to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies. Memphis finished with the NBA's second-best record and is expected to make a deep postseason run. It is going to take all hands on deck if they want to pull off the upset.
Perhaps the momentum from their victory over the Clippers will spark a Cinderella story for Minnesota.