Minnesota Timberwolves: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

How Minnesota Governor reacted to Naz Reid getting traded to Charlotte Hornets

The Minnesota Timberwolves have rattled things up ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Following a hard-fought 4-2 second-round series loss in the Western Conference, many expected the Minnesota Timberwolves to make some major changes to the roster.

Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

The '30-point, 10-assist game leaders by team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 26

LaMelo Ball excited to join Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves

LaMelo Ball apparently didn’t see this one coming. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, the former Hornets star entered the offseason expecting to remain in Charlotte before learning he was headed to the Timberwolves in Wednesday’s blockbuster trade.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Jaden McDaniels News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26

Timberwolves standout had car stolen from his Los Angeles home

One Minnesota Timberwolves player is having a very confusing week. Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels had his car stolen from his Los Angeles, Calif.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26

Hornets ditch LaMelo Ball for shockingly small return

Despite a 25-game improvement last season and a play-in victory, the Charlotte Hornets decided that they didn't want to be in the LaMelo Ball business anymore.

Why Hornets are the biggest winner in blockbuster Ball trade

Wolves at crossroads after Ball trade

Jaylen Brown has taken a firm stance about his Celtics future

Knicks are not expected to bring back two notable players from their title team

Lakers prepared to pay big for Knicks' top free agent, per sources

Kawhi Leonard linked to two teams

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25

Timberwolves are determined not to trade one player

The Minnesota Timberwolves are poised to be one of the most active teams in the NBA’s offseason, but there is one player on their roster they appear very determined to hold onto.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Timberwolves rumors: Insider teases more moves after LaMelo Ball, but 1 trade won’t happen

With the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball, the sports world is wondering what other moves the team is going to make to further the Anthony Edwards-led roster.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25

Timberwolves at crossroads after blockbuster LaMelo Ball trade

The blockbuster deal gives Anthony Edwards a bonafide star as a running mate, but this new-look Minnesota roster faces more challenges than it appears on the surface.

Why Hornets are biggest winner in blockbuster LaMelo Ball trade

Revisiting Anthony Edwards-LaMelo Ball NBA Draft debate after blockbuster trade

How LaMelo Ball will make Anthony Edwards' life easier with Timberwolves

Timberwolves land LaMelo Ball in blockbuster trade

The '3rd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

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The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

Isaiah Evans News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / June 25

Recent Wolves Trend Suggests Isaiah Evans Faces Limited Rookie Role

The Timberwolves made an intriguing pick in the second round of this year's NBA Draft with Duke guard Isaiah Evans. He has the traits that could quickly translate to the next level, but recent trends suggest that he could have a hard time cracking the rotation as a rookie.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 25

What LaMelo Ball trade means for Timberwolves

The Timberwolves didn’t just make a splash. They made a statement. After back-to-back trips deep into the Western Conference playoffs and a second-round exit this year, Minnesota clearly decided it wasn’t close enough to seriously challenge the Thunder or Spurs.

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.

Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder

Winners, losers from first round of the NBA Draft: Michigan reigns supreme, Kings disappoint

The 'Active 200 3-pointer seasons' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Timberwolves add Isaiah Evans after NBA Draft green room disappointment

Duke wing Isaiah Evans did not hear his name called during the first round of the NBA Draft despite being invited to the green room. But disappointment soon turned to contentment as Isaiah Evans was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the No.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / 5 GOATs / June 24

Isaiah Evans drafted, traded to Minnesota Timberwolves: Analysis, contract details, more

Following a huge sophomore season at Duke in 2025-26, Isaiah Evans is off to the NBA. The Brooklyn Nets selected him in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft with the No.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / June 24

Did Ant Choose McDaniels Over Giannis? Connelly's Quote Raises Eyebrows

Reading between the lines, one can now assume with some level of confidence that Anthony Edwards told Timberwolves leaders not to include Jaden McDaniels in a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Timberwolves’ Chris Finch has emotional response to uproar over Micah Nori’s unique Blazers contract

There is a new man at the helm for the Portland Trail Blazers after they hired Micah Nori as coach on Tuesday. Nori got his break after serving as an assistant coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves from 2021 until this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / June 23

Chris Finch Talks Nori's Departure, Expanded Roles for McDaniels and Reid

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch spoke to reporters in Minnesota during the first night of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday. Finch isn't allowed to comment on transactions that aren't yet official, like Monday night's Julius Randle trade or the new five-year contract for Ayo Dosunmu.

Ayo Dosunmu News / Ball Exclusives / June 23

Timberwolves to resign Ayo Dosunmu to 5-year deal

The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to resign guard Ayo Dosunmu to a five-year $112 million extension according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal comes one day after the Timberwolves dealt forward Julius Randle in a three team trade involving the Brooklyn Nets and Chicago Bulls.

Ayo Dosunmu News / Field Level Media / June 23

Report: Wolves sign Ayo Dosunmu to 5-year, $112M deal

Guard Ayo Dosunmu bypassed free agency to stay with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a five-year, $112 million contract, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.