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Ex-NBA vet Olden Polynice says Chris Finch can’t win a title

Olden Polynice has an opinion about Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch, and it's probably not one that Minnesota fans are going to agree with. For starters, who is Olden Polynice?

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Adidas Anthony Edwards 2 Unveiled: Release Date, Pricing, Tech Specs

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards had one of the best debut hoop shoes of all time. For two NBA seasons, the adidas Anthony Edwards 1 dominated the league and the footwear industry.

Chris Finch News / Fadeaway World / September 20

Olden Polynice Doubts Chris Finch Can Guide Timberwolves To A Championship

The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off two consecutive trips to the Western Conference Finals, proof that Chris Finch has elevated the franchise to rare heights.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 19

1 Timberwolves player in danger of demotion in 2025-26 training camp

The Minnesota Timberwolves are fresh off a Western Conference Finals appearance for the second straight year, falling 4-1 to the eventual champions in the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Luka Doncic News / NBA Analysis Network / September 19

Minnesota Timberwolves star needs to ‘become Luka Doncic level playmaker’ to reach the next level

The Minnesota Timberwolves have one young star who has to focus on his ability to distribute the ball like Luka Doncic. The Minnesota Timberwolves are hoping to find a way past the Western Conference Finals.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 19

Pau Gasol on Anthony Edwards: It’s time for Wolves star to lead like Kobe

The goal isn't the end result, it's the work every day that leads to the final result. That's the message two-time NBA champion Pau Gasol has for Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / September 18

3 Potential Trade Targets for the Minnesota Timberwolves Entering 2025-26 NBA Season

The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off another successful season as they reached the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive year. Unfortunately for Minnesota, they were unable to reach the NBA Finals as they fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Julius Randle News / NBA Analysis Network / September 18

Minnesota Timberwolves’ biggest changes for 2025-26 NBA season, including Julius Randle’s return

The Minnesota Timberwolves had another phenomenal run during the 2024-25 NBA season. The Minnesota Timberwolves saved their best for the NBA Playoffs as they eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors in back-to-back rounds.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Pau Gasol Says Anthony Edwards Needs To 'Prove More At All Levels' If He Wants To Follow Kobe Bryant

Pau Gasol has never been shy about holding young stars accountable, and this week he turned his attention to Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / The SportsRush / September 18

Pau Gasol Weighs In on Timberwolves’ Title Hopes, Says Anthony Edwards Has to Step Up

One NBA team that has consistently come close but fallen just short recently is the Minnesota Timberwolves, led by their young superstar Anthony Edwards, someone who’s been touted to become the face of the league for years now, but is just lacking that something.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 17

Pau Gasol reveals Timberwolves’ All-Star Anthony Edwards’ commitment to ‘Mamba Mentality’

Hall of Fame forward Pau Gasol revealed a conversation he had with Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards about his commitment to Mamba Mentality, a mindset coined by Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 17

New Timberwolves and Lynx CEO calls arena a 'huge priority'

Ever since new Timberwolves majority owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore took full control of the franchise earlier this year, they've been public about future plans to build a new arena.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / The SportsRush / September 17

Anthony Edwards Has a Straightforward Reason for Falling in Love With Adidas

The NBA is a personality-driven league. Fans flock to certain players not just for their games, but for their demeanors. That’s true of those who like Nikola Jokic’s no-nonsense efficiency, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s snarling physicality and Tyrese Haliburton’s smiling clutchness.

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The 'Multiple 30-TD pass NFL seasons' quiz

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Rudy Gobert News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 16

Rudy Gobert talks leadership, team-building, and Wolves culture

Rudy Gobert is gearing up for his 13th season in the NBA, and his fourth with the Wolves. After two straight exits in the Western Conference finals, Gobert is focused on getting over that last hump and helping lead Minnesota to its first ever trip to the NBA Finals.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / The SportsRush / September 16

Adidas Marketing Manager Admits They Modeled Anthony Edwards Campaign After Spike Lee–Michael Jordan Ads

Running a marketing campaign is not as easy as it used to be, especially in sports. But Adidas has nailed it with Anthony Edwards’ sneaker campaigns, matching his swagger with bold, cinematic choices.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

Details Of Bones Hyland’s Second Timberwolves Contract

After weeks of anticipation, the Minnesota Timberwolves have finally committed to sign flashy and free-spirited guard Bones Hyland. It’ll be a one-year deal with a partial guarantee ($425k) for Hyland, per HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / September 15

Timberwolves, Bones Hyland agree to deal

The Timberwolves are giving Bones Hyland another shot. Per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Minnesota and Hyland have agreed to a deal, keeping the former first-rounder in the fold after he finished last season on a two-way contract.

Nah'Shon Hyland News / Hoops Rumors / September 15

Timberwolves re-sign Bones Hyland

The Timberwolves have re-signed free agent guard Bones Hyland, according to NBA.com’s transaction log. Hyland, who turned 25 on Sunday, finished last season on a two-way contract with the Timberwolves after being waived by Atlanta.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 15

3 Minnesota Timberwolves trade targets to keep an eye on in 2025-26 NBA season

The Minnesota Timberwolves head into the 2025-26 season with a rare commodity in the NBA: stability. For years, the franchise cycled through front office shakeups, roster churn, and false starts that kept them perpetually on the outside of the contender’s circle.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / September 11

Timberwolves announce numerous staff promotions, additions

The Timberwolves have promoted Joe Connelly to VP of player personnel and added Chris Hines as an assistant coach.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / September 10

3 Minnesota Timberwolves Players Who Could be Traded During the 2025-26 NBA Season

The Minnesota Timberwolves reached the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive season last year, but they once again fell short of reaching the NBA Finals.

Tim Connelly News / Hardwood Heroics / September 10

'Connelly Won’t Hesitate to Pull the Trigger' – Minnesota Timberwolves Insider Hints at the Front Office’s Plans to Improve PG Depth

The Minnesota Timberwolves haven’t done much this offseason, except for keeping Julius Randle, Naz Reid, and Joe Ingles on their roster, so they’ll essentially have the same core that brought them to the Western Conference Finals in back-to-back seasons.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8

Naz Reid’s sister killed in shooting

Tragedy has struck for Minnesota Timberwolves big man Naz Reid. 28-year-old Toraya Reid, the older sister of Naz, was shot dead on Saturday in an apartment complex shooting in Jackson, N.J.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / September 6

Timberwolves’ trade for Julius Randle of a year ago looking like win-win

When the Timberwolves dealt Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks last summer for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a draft pick, it raised plenty of eyebrows.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3

Bombshell Kawhi Leonard report brings up history of salary-cap scandals

The Los Angeles Clippers may have circumvented the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard. They wouldn't be the first professional team to get busted for cap violations. Here's a list of some of the most egregious cap offenses.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Last Word On Sports / August 29

Timberwolves Lead Decision-Maker ‘Locked In’ With Contract

The Minnesota Timberwolves are prepping for a new era. They have a baby-faced face of the franchise in freshly minted 24-year-old Anthony Edwards. They’ve finally switched owner with Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez taking over from Glen Taylor.