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5 Reasons to Believe the Timberwolves Can Knock Off the Nuggets

In what has seemingly become a yearly tradition, the Minnesota Timberwolves are betting underdogs for their first-round series against the Nuggets. Here are five reasons to think Minnesota can pull off the upset and advance to the second round for the third consecutive season.

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Mavs' Front Office Search Reportedly Centers on Tim Connelly

Is Tim Connelly in his last months as the Wolves' president of basketball operations? If the Dallas Mavericks owner has his way, then yes, according to ESPN's Tim MacMahon.

Anthony Edwards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards wheels up for Nuggets series amid knee injury

The Minnesota Timberwolves missed Anthony Edwards for 11 of the final 14 regular-season games of the campaign. The injury, said to be a result of his dynamic playing style, has kept the Timberwolves talisman on limited minutes, which would surely have been a concern for fans ahead of their first-round series against the Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Canis Hoopus / April 14

Two Words, Wolves Pod: Timberwolves-Nuggets Round 3 + X-Factors for the Series

On today’s episode, Ryan Eichten and Leo Sun discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves drawing the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs and what

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 14

Handing Out the Wolves' End-of-Season Awards: MVP, Most Improved, and More

With 82 games in the books, the Minnesota Timberwolves have their eyes set on a third consecutive run in the Western Conference playoffs, with hopes of reaching the conference finals for a third staight season and breaking through to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14

Timberwolves’ X-factor that will spark upset of Nuggets in 2026 NBA Playoffs

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are here, and the Western Conference has given us a big championship fight. The 3-seed Denver Nuggets and the 6-seed Minnesota Timberwolves are about to play a series that everyone is looking forward to.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 14

Timberwolves-Nuggets Odds Paint Minnesota as Major Underdogs Again

The Timberwolves find themselves in a familiar position heading into the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. They've made the postseason for a fifth consecutive season, and this is the fifth straight year they've been betting underdogs in their opening series.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13

Timberwolves’ Joe Ingles cast in Nikola Jokic practice squad role for Nuggets series

Before last Wednesday’s game versus the Orlando Magic, Minnesota Timberwolves forward Joe Ingles had not logged 10 minutes in a game all season. He has not competed in the playoffs since May 5 of 2024.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13

What Timberwolves’ Chris Finch said about Kevin Garnett’s ‘special’ return to Minnesota

On Sunday, the Minnesota Timberwolves picked up a win over the New Orleans Pelicans to close out their regular season, and will now gear up for a first-round playoff matchup against the Denver Nuggets.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / April 13

Anthony Edwards, Kevin Garnett Share Moment That Delays Game as Timberwolves Legend Formally Mends Franchise Rift

It took 8 years for the franchise legend Kevin Garnett to come home. The Target Center was waiting for years to see its prodigal son come back, as there were previous ownership issues that cut deep wounds.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / April 13

Canis Pulsus Vol. 48 – Final Report Card & Playoff Predictions

This Minnesota Timberwolves season has felt like three different seasons combined. For fans, it probably felt more like 10. It’s been anything but smooth, however the good news is that we’ve finally come to the end.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 12

Timberwolves' reserves take spotlight in final game, beating Pelicans

Rookie big man Joan Beringer scored 24 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 132-126 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12

Timberwolves rookie makes franchise history with big stat line in season finale

The Minnesota Timberwolves took care of business against the New Orleans Pelicans, 132-126, at Target Center on Sunday to build extra momentum heading into the playoffs.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Final Injury Report for Pelicans-Timberwolves: Will Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle Play?

The Minnesota Timberwolves are at home on Sunday night as they host the New Orleans Pelicans in a Western Conference matchup. Minnesota enters Sunday’s game with a 48-33 record after defeating the Houston Rockets on the road on Friday night.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 12

Wolves Resting Nearly Entire Playoff Lineup in Regular Season Finale

Welcome back to Target Center, Kevin Garnett. If you were hoping to watch Anthony Edwards or any other Timberwolves stars play basketball, you'll have to come back in the playoffs.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Total Pro Sports / April 12

Chandler Parsons Sends Warning About Minnesota Timberwolves Ahead of Playoffs

The Western Conference is stacked and volatile. One wrong matchup, one cold shooting night, and well, a contender is packing early. That’s why teams are pretty much already thinking chess, not checkers, as the playoff picture tightens.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / April 12

'Ant Yelling at Some Random 50-Year-Old Guy': Ex-Timberwolves Teammate Reveals Favorite Anthony Edwards Moment

Age, size, and accolades don’t matter when Anthony Edwards steps up against rivals. Even his idol, Kevin Durant, and former POTUS Barack Obama have been on the receiving end of viral trash talk.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 11

Resting Timberwolves close regular season vs. Pelicans

The Minnesota Timberwolves do not know their playoff opponent yet. All they know for sure is they will start the postseason on the road -- but not before they play one more home game in their regular-season finale.

Rudy Gobert News / AirJordanChronicles / April 11

Shaquille O Neal Fires Another Shot at Rudy Gobert in Brutal Reality Check

Shaquille O’Neal’s beef with Rudy Gobert is not a secret in the NBA anymore. The NBA legend has publicly admitted that he ‘hates’ the Minnesota Timberwolves star, and he made it clear once more recently. On April 10, Shaq fired another shot at the Timberwolves’ big man.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Total Pro Sports / April 11

Rudy Gobert Tries to Bring Unique Approach to Team Culture, but Anthony Edwards Wants No Part of It

From how Rudy Gobert thinks, Chess is something every NBA star should play, at least his Minnesota Timberwolves teammate, apart from basketball. However, it does not apply to a four-time NBA All-Star, Anthony Edwards, who’s getting Michael Jordan-level hype, if not more.

Donte DiVincenzo News / Field Level Media / April 11

Donte DiVincenzo, Wolves end Rockets winning streak

Donte DiVincenzo scored 11 of his 18 points to spark a fourth-quarter rally, and Terrrence Shannon Jr. chipped in 23 points off the bench as the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves snapped the host Houston Rockets' eight-game winning streak with a 136-132 victory on Friday.

Chris Finch News / The Lead / April 9

Do the Timberwolves Need to Fire Chris Finch if They Miss The Finals?

Fresh off a night where the Minnesota Timberwolves locked up a top-six seed in the NBA Playoffs, head coach Chris Finch and his squad will soon face a consequential playoff run.

Joe Ingles News / Hoops Wire / April 2

Timberwolves’ Joe Ingles interested in potential NBL return

Timberwolves forward Joe Ingles is considering a return to Australia’s National Basketball League, according to Olgun Uluc of ESPN, who shared the update in his NBL free agency primer.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 31

Big Timberwolves win sets dubious mark for NBA season

Injuries and widespread tanking have led to a rash of lopsided games.

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Jaden McDaniels News / Hoops Rumors / March 30

Jaden McDaniels Listed As Week-To-Week With Knee Ailment

Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has been diagnosed with left knee patella tendinopathy and a bone bruise, according to a team press release. An MRI conducted at Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine determined the extent of his injury.