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The combination of need on the wing and coach Tom Thibodeau’s attraction to hardworking athletes makes Brown a logical fit in Minnesota.

I went back and watched Miami’s loss to Duke last Monday, a game in which Brown disappeared. His shortcomings as an offensive player became glaringly obvious watching him in that game. He was matched up against guard Gary Trent, someone over whom he holds speed, strength and height advantages. It was no surprise, then, when Brown had early success blowing past Trent on his way to the hoop. The next part is where the problems arose.

Brown has basically no touch around the basket, so when he gets past his defender, it makes hardly any difference. He missed nearly every floater, layup or mid-range jumper that he attempted against Duke, finishing 3-of-12 from the field. That was a typical performance for the sophomore in January, a month in which Brown is shooting only 42 percent from the field.

Fortunately for teams scouting him as a draft pick, Brown should be able to be an impact wing defender and passer early in his career. The scoring is officially worrisome, though.