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Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards’ failed awards appeal has Chris Finch demanding answers

The Minnesota Timberwolves were left without a key awards contender after Anthony Edwards had his Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge denied under the NBA’s 65-game eligibility rule, prompting a strong response from head coach Chris Finch.

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'Isn’t Trippin’ Over It at All': Anthony Edwards Unbothered About Failing to Get Exemption Like Luka Doncic, Cade Cunningham

The NBA heard Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham’s plea, despite 64 appearances, and found a way to reward them. But when Anthony Edwards filed an Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge, the league turned him down.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 16

Anthony Edwards Loses Challenge, Ruled Ineligible for 2025–26 NBA Awards

Anthony Edwards appeared in 61 regular-season games this season, which is four short of the league's requirement to be considered for the NBA Awards at the end of the season.

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The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Anthony Edwards shares playoff wish involving ‘GOAT’

On Thursday, the Minnesota Timberwolves will begin the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Denver Nuggets. A matchup that Anthony Edwards is already calling a rivalry.

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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 / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 15

Wolves' Randle on Defending Nikola Jokic: 'Probably Gotta Call God'

Julius Randle is well aware of the difficulty of trying to slow down Nuggets superstar and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, who is going on his sixth straight year as arguably the best basketball player on the planet.

Anthony Edwards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Anthony Edwards absolutely believes there’s a rivalry with Nuggets

The Timberwolves and Nuggets are set to meet once again in the NBA playoffs. The Nuggets and Timberwolves are 1-1 against each other in playoff series since Denver won the NBA championship in 2023.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 15

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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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.

Tim Connelly News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 14

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.

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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

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.

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.

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 / 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.

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.

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