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Wolves May Have to Pivot as Giannis, Kyrie Rumors Reshape NBA Landscape

What happens between now and the June 23-24 NBA Draft could have cascading effects on the Minnesota Timberwolves. Will the Wolves trade Rudy Gobert and/or Julius Randle?

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Timberwolves Off-Season: Take a Breath and Keep Calm

A little over a week removed from the end of the Timberwolves season, the first thing everyone should do is take a breath. Not an “everything is fine” breath.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / May 25

Canis Pulsus Vol. 50 – Memories Edition Results

Now that we’ve properly buried the Minnesota Timberwolves season, I think it’s safe for us to come back to the table and remember the good times. There were 25 of us who pulled up to the dinner table for Canis Pulsus to reminisce.

Anthony Edwards News / EssentiallySports / May 25

'An Absolute Joke': Anthony Edwards’ College Coach Calls Out NBA for Snubbing Timberwolves Star From Major Honor

Anthony Edwards recorded the best regular season of his career, yet the Minnesota Timberwolves missed out on the NBA honors because of the minimum game rules.

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The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

How many of the 37 players with multiple three three-pointer, three block NBA Playoff games can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 40-point playoff games' quiz

The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

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

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 24

Karl-Anthony Towns Is Close to Joining Painful Timberwolves Trend

Former Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns is five victories away from winning the first NBA championship of his career with the Knicks. If New York is crowned champs, Towns would join a growing list of former Wolves stars to win titles elsewhere.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Anthony Edwards News / Stadium Rant / May 24

NBA Star Anthony Edwards Finally Responds To Criticism Over Game 6 Actions

Anthony Edwards, known as Ant-Man, has been the subject of scrutiny following his actions in the fourth quarter of game six against the San Antonio Spurs.

Ayo Dosunmu News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 24

Bulls rumors: Insider makes Ayo Dosunmu return free agency after Timberwolves playoff breakout

The Chicago Bulls are currently gearing up for the NBA offseason to be in full swing, having already brought in Bryson Graham to lead their new front office.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 24

Why Ebuka Okorie Could be the Ideal Target for the Timberwolves in 2026 NBA Draft

The Timberwolves are seemingly finding themselves in new trade rumors every day, but the NBA Draft is right around the corner on June 23 and June 24. They currently own two picks, and Stanford point guard Ebuka Okorie could be their ideal target.

NBA News / HITC / May 24

Anthony Edwards’ private reaction to Victor Wembanyama ejection goes public

San Antonio eventually ended Minnesota’s season in six games, closing the series with two one-sided wins to reach the Western Conference Finals. That made Game 4 feel even more important in hindsight.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 23

Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards reacts to Victor Wembanyama's ejection

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has shared his thoughts about the viral moment.

Anthony Edwards explains why he congratulated Spurs early in playoff loss

Winners, losers from NBA playoffs: Thunder storm back to take Game 3

Multiple bench players set playoff career-highs in Thunder's Game 3 win

The 'Youngest 40-point playoff games' quiz

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Anthony Edwards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 23

Anthony Edwards explains why he congratulated Spurs early in playoff loss

Anthony Edwards drew criticism for how he congratulated the San Antonio Spurs with eight minutes left in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals, but the Minnesota Timberwolves star affirms that there was a reason he did what he did.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 23

Top Wolves Assistant Now in the Mix for Three Head Coaching Openings

Micah Nori has been the Timberwolves' lead assistant coach since 2021, and the 2025-26 season could be his last in Minnesota. Nori has become a hot name in NBA head coaching circles, which resulted in him interviewing for the Knicks opening last offseason, and he was linked to the Lakers the year before that.

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Rudy Gobert News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 22

Trade him? Rudy Gobert Boosts His Value With 8th First Team Selection

This just in: Rudy Gobert is one of the best defenders in NBA history. Gobert, 33, was named to the All-NBA Defensive First Team for the eighth time in his career.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 22

How Much Salary Cap Space and Flexibility Do Timberwolves Have This Offseason?

The conference finals may be underway, unfortunately, without the Wolves for the first time since 2023, but that hasn't stopped the offseason rumor mill from already roaring into full gear.

Rudy Gobert News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 22

The Rudy Gobert Trades That Atlanta Hawks Radio Guys Are Drooling Over

Rudy Gobert has raised the floor for the Timberwolves, but his limitations on offense, especially against the alien Victor Wembanyama, may prompt Minnesota to revamp its approach before the 2026-27 season arrives.

Kevin Garnett News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 22

The Story Behind Kevin Garnett's Legendary 'Big Ticket' Nickname

The "Big Ticket." It's one of the great nicknames in sports history, and it belongs to Minnesota Timberwolves and Boston Celtics legend Kevin Garnett. Who gave him the nickname?

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / May 22

The Minnesota Timberwolves Biggest Offseason Questions

After an unceremonious end to the 2025-2026 season, it seems as though the Minnesota Timberwolves are heading towards an offseason where every indication is that big changes will be made, with the main focus on the roster.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 21

Let's Play Wolves GM: The Biggest Free Agent, Draft, and Trade Decisions

After getting knocked out of the playoffs by the Thunder and Spurs in back-to-back seasons, the Timberwolves face a few pivotal decisions as they look to catch up to the class of the Western Conference.

Rudy Gobert News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 20

Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert sends heartfelt message amid trade rumors

Another chapter in Minnesota Timberwolves star big man Rudy Gobert has closed following the team’s elimination from the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Gobert and the Timberwolves were knocked out by the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the playoffs.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / May 20

Wolves’ Connelly Discusses Offseason, Finch, Dosunmu, More

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday at his end-of-season press conference, Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly repeatedly stated

Rudy Gobert News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 20

Timberwolves rumors: Rudy Gobert trade buzz will only get louder as insiders deliver harsh truths

The Minnesota Timberwolves will ponder a lot of questions in the offseason after getting booted out of the playoffs. One of them: What to do with Rudy Gobert?

Rudy Gobert News / Fadeaway World / May 19

Rudy Gobert Trade Rumors: 3 Potential Destinations If Timberwolves Reset

In the aftermath of a crushing defeat to the San Antonio Spurs, superstar shooting guard Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves find themselves in a state of reflection.

Joe Ingles News / Hoops Rumors / May 18

Joe Ingles Signs Two-Year Contract With Melbourne United

Longtime NBA forward Joe Ingles has officially signed a two-year contract with Melbourne United, the team announced in a press release. It’s a homecoming for the Australian veteran, who was born in Adelaide and played high school ball in Canberra.

Chris Finch News / Hoops Rumors / May 16

Chris Finch Expected To Remain Timberwolves’ Head Coach

Within a story examining the big-picture implications of the Timberwolves being eliminated from the playoffs following Friday’s lopsided Game 6 loss to San Antonio, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic states that head coach Chris Finch “will be back for his sixth full season” in 2026/27.