Wolves rest Pekovic at camp, aim to keep him healthy

As a precaution, center Nikola Pekovic did not participate in the Timberwolves' practice in Thursday's morning session of training camp.

The Wolves are being delicate with the bruising big man who missed 28 games last season with bursitis in his right ankle.

"We decided because of his thing to rest him at certain times," Wolves coach Flip Saunders said. "Just not kill him over training camp. He has a little soreness; they all do."