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Anthony Edwards' late heroics lift Wolves over Lakers in Game 3

Anthony Edwards has already delivered his fair share of signature playoff moments, but the Minnesota Timberwolves star's closing performance in Game 3 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers Friday night at Target Center in Minneapolis was perhaps his best yet.

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Former Kentucky Guard Rob Dillingham’s New Logo Has Social Media Buzzing

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Rob Dillingham is already making waves off the court, as his new RD4 logo and growing presence in the Nike basketball lineup are gaining widespread attention.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fastbreak on SI / April 25

NBA Pundit Rips Minnesota Timberwolves Star Anthony Edwards

Anthony Edwards is one of the best players in the NBA at just 23. The Minnesota Timberwolves superstar has led the franchise the postseason in each of the previous four years.

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The 'NBA playoff triple-doubles leaders' quiz

Can you name every NBA player with at least three triple-doubles in the postseason?

The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 25

Veteran Tony Brothers leads officiating crew for Timberwolves-Lakers Game 3

The NBA has announced that veteran official Tony Brothers will be the crew chief for Game 3 between the Lakers and Timberwolves, and he'll be joined by referee Mark Lindsay, umpire Gediminias Petraitis, and Andy Nagy as the alternate on Friday night.

Chris Finch News / NBA Analysis Network / April 25

Chris Finch hints at using young Minnesota Timberwolves sensation, could see more action vs LA Lakers, ‘he’s solid’

The fight is now on for the Minnesota Timberwolves as their first-round war with the Los Angeles Lakers continues. After drawing first blood in a convincing fashion for their series opener, the Minnesota Timberwolves instantly encountered a strong retaliation from the LA Lakers Game 2, with the series now tied at one game apiece.

Naz Reid News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Reid Knows The Target Center Crowd Will Uplift The Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves are finally playing at home for the first time in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. They are playing Game 3 and Game 4 at Target Center with one of the most passionate crowds in the league.

Chris Finch News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Chris Finch Feels The NBA Playoffs Are Having 'Physicality Without Purpose'

The 2025 NBA Playoffs have been entertaining and filled with close games. Despite all the amazing performances, physicality has stood out in these games, which has leveled up from the 2024-25 regular season.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / April 24

Paul Pierce picks out mistake Naz Reid made in Minnesota Timberwolves loss, praises what he saw from Luka Doncic

The Minnesota Timberwolves couldn’t maintain their momentum in Game 2, falling 94-85 to the Los Angeles Lakers. NBA legend Paul Pierce believes Naz Reid’s performance was a key factor in the loss.

Chris Finch News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 24

Timberwolves' Chris Finch on playoff physicality: 'It's gone too far'

Naz Reid took an elbow to the eye. Rui Hachimura took a shot to the face and came back with a protective mask. There's no question the level of physicality

Tim Connelly News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 24

NBA insider: Tim Connelly draws interest in GM openings, but expectation is he stays with Wolves

Tim Connelly's name is likely to be linked to all open decision-making roles as long as the Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations has an opt-out clause in his contract.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards makes guarantee after Game 2 loss to Lakers

LOS ANGELES — Despite a disappointing 94-85 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards remained upbeat.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 24

Timberwolves-Lakers Game 5: Start time, network revealed

It probably won't be the Los Angeles Lakers in five like ESPN's Shannon Sharpe predicted, but there will officially be a Game 5 between the Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves, who split the first two games of their Western Conference first-round playoff series this week.

Kevin Martin News / Fadeaway World / April 24

Kevin Martin Didn't Want To Score Too Many Points To Avoid Being An All-Star

Former NBA player Jeremy Lamb recently appeared on the "Run Your Race Podcast" and revealed an interesting story about Kevin Martin. While speaking about the former Sacramento Kings guard, Lamb shared that Martin would consciously score fewer points to avoid being an All-Star.

Rudy Gobert News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Rudy Gobert Gets Called The Most Overrated Player By DeMarcus Cousins

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has always been a lightning rod of criticism because of his defensive style. He is the most dominant defender of his generation, but that does not give him the respect of other players.

Julius Randle News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Julius Randle On How An Injury Helped Him Play Better For The Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves struggled in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers. After a fantastic offensive performance in Game 1, the Lakers played lockdown defense, holding them to only 85 points.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Stephen A. Smith Points Out What’s Wrong With Julius Randle

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2, and ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith says Julius Randle’s predictable play is part of the problem.

Julius Randle News / The Lead / April 23

Julius Randle The Lone Bright Wolf in Timberwolves’ Game 2 Stumble

Before the Minnesota Timberwolves’ series against the Los Angeles Lakers began, most fans would have gladly taken a split of the first two games in L.A.— and that’s exactly what they got.

Rudy Gobert News / Fadeaway World / April 23

DeMarcus Cousins Calls Rudy Gobert The Most Overrated Player In The NBA

DeMarcus Cousins didn’t hold back when asked who he believed was the most overrated player in the NBA. On a recent episode of Run It Back on FanDuel TV, the former All-Star center aimed squarely at four-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, calling out the Minnesota Timberwolves big man for his repeated playoff struggles.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / April 23

Shaquille O'Neal Disagrees With Charles Barkley On Whether Lakers Should Target Rudy Gobert

On the Inside the NBA show after the Lakers game, Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley were once again at loggerheads over how the Lakers are exploiting the Timberwolves' weakness.