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Timberwolves expected to retain Chris Finch amid offseason questions

The Timberwolves aren’t expected to make a change on the sideline. Head coach Chris Finch is likely to return for the 2026-27 season, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, who reported Finch “will be back for his sixth full season” following Minnesota’s playoff exit (via Hoops Rumors).

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New Report Reveals Timberwolves Were Confident About Landing Kevin Durant at Deadline

The Minnesota Timberwolves spent most of this season trying to convince themselves they were closer to a championship than their inconsistency actually suggested.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / May 16

Chris Finch Expected To Remain Timberwolves’ Head Coach

Within a story examining the big-picture implications of the Timberwolves being eliminated from the playoffs following Friday’s lopsided Game 6 loss to San Antonio, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic states that head coach Chris Finch “will be back for his sixth full season” in 2026/27.

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The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score at least 40 points in 10 or more games in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Ball Exclusives / May 16

The Minnesota Timberwolves have big decisions to make after elimination

After making the Western Conference Finals for the last two postseasons, the Minnesota Timberwolves were sent home by the San Antonio Spurs with Friday night’s Game 6 loss.

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The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history

Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / AirJordanChronicles / May 16

'As a Leader, I Would Not': Udonis Haslem Questions Anthony Edwards’ Sportsmanship Timing

Anthony Edwards’ sportsmanship has been a remarkable part of his game. But seeing his recent move, the former NBA star, Udonis Haslem, couldn’t help but differ.

Mike Conley News / Hoops Rumors / May 16

Mike Conley Wants To Continue Career

Timberwolves guard Mike Conley wants to play at least another season, he told Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune (Twitter link). “I think I might’ve proved to myself I can play a little longer,” he said.

Anthony Edwards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16

Anthony Edwards has blunt comment about Timberwolves’ future

Anthony Edwards sent something of a message to the Minnesota Timberwolves after the team was eliminated from the NBA Playoffs on Friday evening. The Timberwolves fell to the San Antonio Spurs 139-109 in the Western Conference Semifinals at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history

The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Total Pro Sports / May 16

Timberwolves Could Enter Sweepstakes for One of NBA’s Biggest Stars This Summer

The Minnesota Timberwolves were dreaming about a potential championship run. That was until the San Antonio Spurs eliminated them with a 139-109 win. Coming face-to-face with such a stark reality, the front office is looking to make changes to the roster.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 16

Major Trade Looming? Biggest Wolves Offseason Questions After Postseason Exit

The Timberwolves' 2025-26 season ended in uncomfortable fashion with a 30-point blowout loss in an elimination game on Friday night against the Spurs. After three straight years of falling short of a trip to the NBA Finals, it feels like there will be plenty of questions asked this offseason.

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Chris Finch News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 16

Why Chris Finch shouldn’t be fired after coming up short to Spurs in the playoffs

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch should not be fired. The frustration after another playoff exit is understandable, especially after the Timberwolves collapsed late in the NBA Playoffs series against the San Antonio Spurs.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 16

After Embarrassing Playoff Loss, It’s Time for the Timberwolves to Make Changes

The Timberwolves' second-round series against the Spurs began with a bang, leaving San Antonio with an upset win in Game 1. They limped to the finish line, and it ended with a stinker in Game 6.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 16

Timberwolves Coaches and Teammates Reportedly Linked 3x All-Star’s Struggles to Trade Rumors

The Minnesota Timberwolves dreamt of winning the playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs after putting on a stellar show. Unfortunately, following some dominant showing from the `Spurs, Minnesota was eliminated from the conference semi-finals.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 16

3 Timberwolves most responsible for series loss to Spurs

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the Western Conference Semifinals expecting a deep playoff run, but their six-game loss to the San Antonio Spurs exposed serious flaws.

Anthony Edwards News / The Spun / May 16

Anthony Edwards Facing Backlash For Displaying 'Weak' Leadership vs. Spurs

Anthony Edwards didn't just have his season end on Friday night, he was accused of showing poor leadership. The San Antonio Spurs eliminated the Minnesota Timberwolves from the playoffs Friday with a 139-109 victory.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Total Pro Sports / May 16

Timberwolves Veteran Reportedly Considering Retirement Despite Potential Return to Minnesota

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been a great show for most of the time this NBA season. Facing off against the San Antonio Spurs, Anthony Edwards and co.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 16

Would LeBron Actually Sign with the Timberwolves This Summer?

Looking ahead to potential roster changes this summer, the Timberwolves could be key players on several polarizing fronts to build a championship-caliber roster around Anthony Edwards.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16

Anthony Edwards pulled a polarizing move before the end of Game 6

Anthony Edwards did not wait until the final buzzer to congratulate the San Antonio Spurs for getting the best of his Minnesota Timberwolves in their Western Conference semifinals series.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 16

Dirk Nowitzki And Udonis Haslem Criticize Anthony Edwards For Dapping Up Spurs With 8 Minutes Left In Game 6

The San Antonio Spurs knocked the Minnesota Timberwolves out of the playoffs with a 139-109 win in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals at Target Center on Friday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 16

Spurs use complete effort to dominate Timberwolves, advance to WCF

Answering the call to close out their second-round series, the San Antonio Spurs dominated the Minnesota Timberwolves for a wire-to-wire win on Friday night.

Bench players carry Pistons to Game 6 win over Cavaliers

Pistons' Cade Cunningham excited to return to Detroit for Game 7 vs. Cavaliers

Winners, losers from NBA playoffs: Spurs, Stephon Castle sink Timberwolves

Analyst urges Timberwolves to make blockbuster trade to help Anthony Edwards

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Terrence Shannon News / Field Level Media / May 15