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Ayo Dosunmu pens love letter to Chicago

The Chicago Bulls have an obvious void without Ayo Dosunmu on the floor. His energetic playmaking and defense were critical to their rotation. On Thursday, Dosunmu was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Rudy Gobert brutally called out his Timberwolves teammates

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert did not hold back about what he saw as a lack of defensive effort from his teammates. Gobert openly advocated for coach Chris Finch to start benching players after a 119-115 home loss to the New Orleans Pelicans at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn.

Ayo Dosunmu News / Field Level Media / February 7

Ayo Dosunmu glad to join Timberwolves, who face reloading Clippers

Ayo Dosunmu hoped for an opportunity to reach the playoffs this season. It looks as if Dosunmu will get his wish. He will make his debut with the Minnesota Timberwolves when they tip off against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 7

Chris Finch Calls Gobert's Accountability Comments 'Disappointing'

A day after Rudy Gobert called out his teammates' lack of effort in a loss to the Pelicans and suggested coaches may have to provide accountability by benching players who don't hustle, Wolves head coach Chris Finch pushed back and didn't hide his frustration with Gobert for delivering that message in a public setting.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Mike Conley News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 7

Why Mike Conley Might Not Return to the Timberwolves Immediately

After being traded away and receiving well-deserved flowers for his role in the Timberwolves' golden era, Mike Conley is coming back. The veteran point guard is set to re-join the Wolves, ESPN's Shams Charania reported on Friday.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / February 7

Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert Calls Out Teammates For Lack Of Effort

Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert called out his teammates’ lack of effort following a 119-115 home loss to the floundering Pelicans on Friday. “At some point, if the players don’t have accountability, someone has to have accountability for the players,” Gobert said, per Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.

Ayo Dosunmu News / Canis Hoopus / February 7

What to Watch for with New Timberwolves Guard Ayo Dosunmu

The 2026 trade deadline has come and gone as players, teams, and fans start to navigate the fallout and where their teams stand for the stretch run of the season.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 7

After Trade Deadline Drama, Wolves Fall to Tame Loss at Home to Pels

The Minnesota Timberwolves' worst qualities were laid bare as they fell to a woeful 119-115 home loss to the 13-40 New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 7

Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert demands 'accountability' after deflating loss to Pelicans

The Minnesota Timberwolves blew an 18-point lead Friday night and lost to the New Orleans Pelicans, 119-115. It's becoming a pattern, especially against teams they should be beating. After the game, Timberwolves center Gobert had some things to say about it.

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Rudy Gobert News / Fadeaway World / February 7

Rudy Gobert Harshly Calls Out Timberwolves Players After Loss To Pelicans: 'No Accountability'

The Minnesota Timberwolves blew an 18-point second-half lead to lose 119-115 to the New Orleans Pelicans at Target Center on Friday. The Timberwolves have been on the losing end against some of the weaker teams in the NBA one too many times this season, and star big man Rudy Gobert called out his teammates in his postgame media session.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 7

Comeback Complete: Pelicans Erase 18-Point Deficit to Stun Timberwolves in Minnesota

For a team staring down the barrel of a fourth straight loss, the New Orleans Pelicans certainly didn’t play like a group ready to fold. On a Friday night

NBA News / Canis Hoopus / February 6

Pelicans 119, Timberwolves 115: Another Disastrous Loss

It’s been a crazy week for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Between an international road trip, swirling rumors of a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, and two actual trades that saw Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller, and Mike Conley (for now) leave the organization, it’s been an intense set of days for the Wolves organization.

Anthony Edwards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards showcases smooth dagger vs. Pelicans

Anthony Edwards is making it look easy. Again. With just under four minutes remaining in the second quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves holding a slim 52-49 lead over the New Orleans Pelicans, the man they call “Ant” decided it was time to shift gears.

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Timberwolves Stay Active at Trade Deadline, Pivot After Giannis Buzz

The Minnesota Timberwolves were among the most active teams during this season’s NBA trade deadline, positioning themselves at the center of leaguewide chatter — most notably surrounding a potential pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 6

Giannis, LaMelo Ball Are Two Names to Watch for the Wolves This Summer

The NBA trade deadline has passed, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beefed up the roster by trading Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller, and four second-round picks to the Chicago Bulls for guard Ayo Dosunmu and small forward Julian Phillips.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / February 6

Adidas Unveils Anthony Edwards Football Cleats for Super Bowl LX

Adidas has made a habit of stealing Super Bowl week with massive activations, fan experiences, and new product launches. With Super Bowl LX just days away, adidas has enlisted one of its signature athletes to help make a big splash in the Bay Area.

Mike Conley News / Yardbarker / February 6

Why Timberwolves should bring back Mike Conley

After another trade and a contract buyout, Conley could go right back to his old team.

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NBA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

Minnesota Timberwolves Quietly Explored Blockbuster Path to LaMelo Ball Before Deadline

Weeks before Thursday’s trade deadline, the Minnesota Timberwolves were reportedly all-in in their pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. An Edwards-Antetokounmpo would definitely boost this franchise to immediate contention.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 6

Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly 'never requested a trade'

Although they entertained trade offers for the superstar forward, the Bucks ultimately decided to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo past Thursday’s deadline, pushing a decision on his future into the offseason.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 5

Timberwolves rumors: Minnesota kicked tires on LaMelo Ball trade with Trae Young angle

The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently lurking in the thick of the Western Conference playoff hunt, but that hasn’t stopped the front office from dreaming big.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 6