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LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / July 26
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Ranking the NBA's Best Fantasy Backcourts
Ranking fantasy basketball backcourts comes down to four tests here. First, combined scoring, because two guards who both put up points protect your weakest column.
Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball Are Primed to Give Timberwolves a Massive Offensive Advantage
The Timberwolves completely transformed their roster with last month's LaMelo Ball trade. They went from having overwhelming size and athleticism but a spacing problem—with Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle sharing the frontcourt—to a team with one of the best backcourt pairings in the entire NBA.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 26
Rich Paul tosses Timberwolves a bone with LeBron James revelation after 76ers decision
Before LeBron James ultimately narrowed his high-stakes free agency decision down to four finalists, another surprising franchise was quietly in the running.
The '250 three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least 250 triples in one campaign can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / July 26
Are the Timberwolves Legitimate Title Contenders? 
I distinctly remember the feeling after the Timberwolves lost to Denver in the first round of the 2023 playoffs. Minnesota had been eliminated in five games, which on paper looked like another early exit for a franchise that had collected early exits like refrigerator magnets.
20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s
An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / July 25
Wolves Wing Stop or Stopgap?
Well, it was fun while it lasted, huh? So LeBron James isn’t a Timberwolf. That’s unfortunate. But life moves on! We checked the rules and the Minnesota Timberwolves will, in fact, still need to participate in the 2026-2027 NBA season without The King.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 24
Anthony Edwards Said He’d Tear LeBron James’ Head Off If He Didn’t Sign With Timberwolves
LeBron James has opted to join the Philadelphia 76ers this summer, but that decision did not come easily with so much to think about regarding his NBA future.
The Significance Behind Timberwolves Stars' France Trip Plans
Two years ago, after the Minnesota Timberwolves dropped their fourth straight game in mid-November, Anthony Edwards called out his team for being soft and having a frontrunner’s mindset.
LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / July 24
The Most Overrated Fantasy Basketball Storylines of the 2026 Offseason
NBA offseason hype is undefeated. A player changes teams and suddenly he's averaging 27 points. A rookie has two good Summer League games and he's headed for stardom.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / July 24
5 NBA Position Battles That Could Flip Your 2026-27 Fantasy Draft
There are players I like in fantasy basketball. Then there are players I like only if they're actually going to play. That's an important distinction this time of year.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 24
Anthony Edwards’ warning to LeBron James before 76ers decision, revealed
The Minnesota Timberwolves lost the LeBron James sweepstakes after the four-time MVP chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million deal with a player option.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / July 24
The Timberwolves Didn’t Need LeBron Anyway…
And just like that, it was over. One tweet from Shams Charania was all it took to end several weeks of speculation, amateur detective work, Timberwolves emoji analysis, and increasingly elaborate attempts to convince ourselves that LeBron James had always dreamed of spending the final chapter of his career in Minneapolis.
NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / July 24
How the Timberwolves Can Fill Their Power Forward Void With the LeBron James Sweepstakes Over
The LeBron James Sweepstakes are finally over. Much to the dismay of optimistic Timberwolves fans, the four-time NBA MVP is headed to the 76ers to team up with Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, as first reported by NBA insider Shams Charania.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Scoop B / July 24
Darkhorse Timberwolves Join LeBron Sweepstakes After Recruiting Pitches From Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball
As the free agency rumor mill heats up, all eyes are on LeBron James’ next destination. While traditional powerhouse markets continue to maneuver for his services, the Minnesota Timberwolves are suitors.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 24
WWE fans go wild after Timberwolves’ spicy Tiffany Stratton post
Having Minnesota native and WWE star Tiffany Stratton link up with the Timberwolves makes a lot of sense, and fans went wild over the viral post. The Timberwolves posted a video of Stratton in the Target Center with the caption, “TIFF APPROVES.” She is promoting SummerSlam, which will take place at U.S.
Timberwolves' Biggest Missing Skill on Current Roster Is Clear
We still don't know who the starting power forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves will be when the season opens in mid-October. So naturally, much of the oxygen surrounding the Wolves following the trade of both Julius Randle and Naz Reid has focused on the newly created vacancy in the starting lineup.
Donovan Williams' Wolves Audition Opens New Possibilities for Him
In the first game of Summer League, te Timberwolves couldn’t play No. 33 pick Isiaiah Evans due to the trade that landed him in Minnesota not being finalized.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 23
LeBron James' most quiet suitor might have a legitimate shot at getting him
Could LeBron shock the world with his next destination?
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / July 23
Wolves Have One Issue to Solve in Second Half of Offseason
The Minnesota Timberwolves are rearranging their roster in an attempt to get over the hump and become the top team in the Western Conference. Their trade for LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets sent Naz Reed to the Queen City while Julius Randle was sent to the Brooklyn Nets, opening up a vacancy in the frontcourt at the power forward position.
LeBron James News / HITC / July 23
Timberwolves make last-gasp attempt at signing LeBron James through star backcourt duo
Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball have had to make their presence felt in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ efforts to sign LeBron James. The Timberwolves are among the five teams reportedly on James’ offseason shortlist, alongside the 76ers, Cavaliers, Heat, and Warriors.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 23
Five Summer League players who earned bigger NBA roles
NBA Summer League is a chance for rookies to get their feet wet in the NBA, while veterans show off for roster spots and G League jobs. Sometimes, players stand out so much that they change their teams' plans for the upcoming season.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / July 22
Paris Basketball Hires Timberwolves’ Max Lefevre As Head Coach
Timberwolves assistant Max Lefevre has taken a job overseas, having accepted the head coaching position for Paris Basketball, the French team announced today (via Twitter).
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19
Four second-year players to watch in 2026 NBA season
Let’s examine four NBA sophomores with questions to answer in Year 2.
Isaiah Evans News / Hoops Rumors / July 12
Timberwolves Sign Isaiah Evans To Four-Year Contract
The Timberwolves used the second-round pick exception to sign rookie guard Isaiah Evans to a four-year, $9.3MM contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter).
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25
Five NBA second-round picks who could contribute next season
Here are five second-round picks who could make a much bigger impact next season than their draft position suggests.
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