Minnesota Timberwolves: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Timberwolves 125, Cavaliers 127: A Necessary Test with an Unfortunate Result

We were due for a nailbiter. Unfortunately, this one didn’t go our way. The Minnesota Timberwolves had to pull out all of the stops to keep this game close after a torrid 36-26 third quarter by the Cleveland Cavaliers, though the Wolves ultimately suffered their first defeat of the season in an overtime thriller.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / October 27

'Why Did You Stop?': Anthony Edwards Blasts Rudy Gobert After Costly Play Dooms Timberwolves Against Cavs

Sleeping giant caught red-handed! Anthony Edwards had his eyes lit up throughout tonight’s taxing challenge against the Cavs. But in overtime, it all went in vain after a blunder by Rudy Gobert.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 26

3 Things We Learned About the Timberwolves in First Loss to Cavaliers

The dream of 82-0 is dead. After overpowering the Toronto Raptors 24 hours prior, the Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers in overtime, beginning a stretch of five games in seven nights for Minnesota.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 26

Cavs find some fight, topple Timberwolves in OT

The Cavaliers have spent the first few days of the season trying to figure out how to protect a lead. On Monday, they got to experience things from the other side.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27

Peyton Watson saves Cavaliers with clutch block against Timberwolves

A big reason the Cleveland Cavaliers gave up two players and two picks to get Peyton Watson this summer was the extra length and defense he could provide at small forward. Monday, that length saved the game for Cleveland in regulation.

Cavaliers erase 15-point deficit, hand Timberwolves first loss in OT

Heat waste triple-double from Giannis Antetokounmpo, fall to 0-4 for first time since 2007-08 season

Cooper Flagg records historic performance to match Giannis Antetokounmpo in Mavericks' win

Hornets' Brandon Miller justifying massive contract after career-high night vs. Wizards

The 'NBA season-opener scoring records' quiz

WNBA News

Valkyries regain home-court advantage in WNBA Finals Game 4 battle

WNBA Finals takeaways: Valkyries regain home-court advantage in defensive Game 4 battle

Angel Reese and Atlanta Dream help WNBA Finals make history

Fever undergo another major leadership change by parting ways with GM Amber Cox

Enes Kanter Freedom denied entry after refusing WNBA Finals suite

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

Timberwolves make NBA scoring history not seen in over 40 years

The Minnesota Timberwolves took on the Cleveland Cavaliers in their fourth game of the season, coming off of three wins that helped them surpass the Brooklyn Nets in winning percentage all-time.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / October 26

Cavs need more than a fast start against unbeaten Timberwolves

The Cavs have shown they can build a big lead. Tonight would be a good time to show they know what to do with one. The unbeaten Timberwolves visit Rocket Arena for a 7 p.m.

NBA News / Canis Hoopus / October 26

The Biggest Change for the Wolves This Season

It’s a small sample size, but the Minnesota Timberwolves lead the league in rebounding after the first three games this season. The Wolves hauled in 52 boards against the Miami Heat, 61 against the Orlando Magic, and 49 against the Toronto Raptors.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Anthony Edwards News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Final Injury Report for Timberwolves-Cavaliers: Will Anthony Edwards Play?

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on the road Monday night as they travel to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in an interconference showdown. Minnesota enters Monday’s game with a 3-0 record after defeating the Toronto Raptors at home Sunday night.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series managers' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / The Lead / October 26

The Timberwolves Are Poised To Be Lob City 2.0

The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a howling start to the 2026-27 NBA season, and the year is shaping up to be mixtape-worthy. The vibes around the team have never been higher, and the group’s chemistry looks exemplary.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

How LaMelo Ball turns hitting Timberwolves teammates in head into a teaching moment

The Minnesota Timberwolves recently improved to 3-0 on the young 2026-27 NBA season with a dominant home win over the Toronto Raptors. The Timberwolves have now blown out all three opponents they’ve faced so far this year, with LaMelo Ball looking quite comfortable in his new threads through one week.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

Congrats to Timberwolves on no longer having worst winning percentage in NBA history. That’s now the Nets

On Sunday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves improved to 3-0 with a blowout win over the Toronto Raptors in their first home game of the season. The Timberwolves have now destroyed three straight postseason teams from a year ago to open up their season and look like a real potential threat in the Western Conference.

Rudy Gobert News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert wants to ‘continue to dominate offensively,’ but in his own way

The Minnesota Timberwolves are heavily reliant on Rudy Gobert’s physicality. He is one of the league’s most dominant players and isn’t changing his approach one bit.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 26

Grading Every Timberwolves Player After Dominant Win Over Raptors

The Minnesota Timberwolves gave their home crowd plenty to enjoy last night, taking care of the Toronto Raptors 117-94 to improve to 3-0 on the season.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / October 26

LaMelo Ball Had A Hilarious Way Of Teaching Timberwolves Teammates To Catch His Passes

Some concerns were raised when the Minnesota Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball in the offseason, but they are quickly disappearing. The Timberwolves improved to 3-0 in 2026-27 with a 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors at Target Center on Sunday.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

Timberwolves star LaMelo Ball reacts to reception in his first home game with Minnesota

LaMelo Ball has only been with the Minnesota Timberwolves for a few months, but he already feels right at home. After making his regular-season home debut in Sunday’s 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors at Target Center, Ball was asked what the support from Timberwolves fans has meant to him since his arrival.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 26

4 Reasons Why Timberwolves Secured An Overwhelming Win Against Raptors

The Minnesota Timberwolves ended their home opener on a high note after securing an overwhelming 117-94 victory against the Toronto Raptors. With the Wolves logging their third consecutive win already, Minnesota continues to assert why they should be a team to look out for this season.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 24

Timberwolves, Raptors clash after dominant 2-0 starts

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Toronto Raptors are off to near-perfect starts. Only one of those teams can stay unbeaten when the Timberwolves tip off against the Raptors on Sunday evening in Minneapolis.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 23

Timberwolves cruise past Magic to sweep Florida road trip

Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels scored 15 points apiece, and the Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 115-93 win over the host Orlando Magic on Friday night.