The Minnesota Timberwolves have climbed to No. 3 in the NBA in Net Rating with a mark of +9.6, behind only the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers. The Wolves lead the NBA in Defensive Rating at 101.9, which is four points per 100 possessions better than the Celtics at No. 2.

NBA Net Rating (Week 3):
1. Celtics: 13.3
2. Sixers: 11.2
3. Wolves: 9.6
4. Nuggets: 8.9
5. Knicks: 6.5
6. Mavericks: 6.4
7. Rockets: 5.4
8. Magic: 4.0
9. Hawks: 3.3
10. Pacers: 2.8
11. Warriors: 2.7
12. Clippers: 2.0
13. Thunder: 1.8
14. Nets: -0.1
15. Suns: -0.3
16. Heat: -0.8
17. Raptors: -1.5
18. Cavaliers: -2.2
19. Kings: -2.6
20. Bulls: -3.4
21. Bucks: -3.6
22. Pistons: -4.5
23. Lakers: -4.8
24. Blazers: -5.2
25. Grizzlies: -5.4
26. Hornets: -6.9
27. Pelicans: -7.1
28. Wizards: -7.2
29. Jazz: -7.7
30. Spurs: -10.8