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Jaden McDaniels News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 22
How Jaden McDaniels' Extension Impacts Timberwolves’ Future
Late Monday night, Jaden McDaniels and the Minnesota Timberwolves agreed to a one-year, $40 million contract extension. McDaniels was already under contract through the 2028-29 season, and this deal adds one more year on top of the three years and $84 million McDaniels had remaining.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Is Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards-LaMelo Ball backcourt the NBA’s best? Kendrick Perkins says yes
The Minnesota Timberwolves started out their season with a bang on Wednesday night with a blowout road win over the Miami Heat. The duo of LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards was electric in this one, with Edwards leading the way with 45 points and nine three-pointers in the victory.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 22
Grading Every Timberwolves Player Based on Their Play vs. Heat
The Minnesota Timberwolves opened their season with a statement, taking down the Miami Heat 131-106 on Wednesday night. Anthony Edwards looked ready for another big year with 45 points, LaMelo Ball made an impressive debut with his new team, and Minnesota got plenty of help from the rest of its roster.
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?
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Timberwolves overreactions: Anthony Edwards-LaMelo Ball duo makes Minnesota a legitimate threat to Thunder, Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards-LaMelo Ball duo changes the complexion of the Western Conference as a legitimate threat to the Oklahoma City Thunder and the defending conference champion San Antonio Spurs.
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.
Charles Barkley News / Bring Me The Sports / October 22
Forget Charles Barkley. The Wolves should shoot as many threes as they want
The Timberwolves took a 69-59 halftime lead into the visiting locker room in Miami on Wednesday night. At that point, they had taken a whopping 26 three-pointers and made 12 of them (46 percent).
LaMelo Ball News / Hoops Wire / October 22
NBA refs: Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball traveled on viral stepback three
LaMelo Ball had an explanation for his viral stepback three-pointer. The NBA referees union wasn’t buying it. The union’s official social media account confirmed Thursday that the Timberwolves guard traveled on the play during Wednesday’s 131-106 road win over the Heat.
The 'NBA season-opener scoring records' quiz
How many of the players with the most points in an NBA season-opener for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
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.
Jaden McDaniels News / Bring Me The Sports / October 22
Jaden McDaniels burned Heat with cold-blooded cigarette celebration
There were so many great moments during the Wolves’ 131-106 season-opening win over Miami that it’s hard to remember them all, but the in-game antics from Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels were especially entertaining.
LaMelo Ball News / HITC / October 22
Shaquille O'Neal told he knows nothing about basketball after naming his favourite off-season move
Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley’s disagreements are always incredible to watch before, during and after an NBA season. The two icons of the game often have differing opinions, and they have been seen bickering live on air on several occasions in the past.
Jaden McDaniels News / Fadeaway World / October 22
Jaden McDaniels Admits He Didn’t Want To Be Drafted By Timberwolves: 'They Was Just Bad'
The Minnesota Timberwolves appear to be one of the most exciting teams in the NBA this season. With the backcourt duo of Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball leading the team, the Wolves can even be considered contenders.
Anthony Edwards News / NBA Analysis Network / October 22
Anthony Edwards does what only four NBA players in history have managed in Minnesota Timberwolves opener
Anthony Edwards began the NBA season in style to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a win at the Miami Heat. The Minnesota Timberwolves‘ visit to the Miami Heat lined up as one of the most fascinating games on the slate – but it turned into a one-sided affair.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / October 22
Jonathan Kuminga thriving in new role
Jonathan Kuminga chose the Minnesota Timberwolves for a chance at a featured role. One game into the season, it’s looking like a great choice.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Bring Me The Sports / October 21
Timberwolves' new-look roster looks terrifying in season-opening blowout
Depth and strong guard play are essential in the NBA, and the Timberwolves showed they have plenty of both in a 131-106 rout of the Miami Heat on Wednesday night to open the season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball shine in win over Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Heat
Minnesota cruised to a 131-106 win over Miami, and it was the frontcourt duo that stole the show.
LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
LaMelo Ball got away with the wildest travel during season opener
LaMelo Ball got away with a multi-continent excursion during Wednesday’s season opener. Ball made his official debut for the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday against the Miami Heat.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 21
Timberwolves among teams linked to Dalton Knecht
The Timberwolves are among the teams expected to pursue Dalton Knecht for a two-way contract if he clears waivers, according to reports. Minnesota recently opened a two-way spot by releasing Enrique Freeman, giving it room to add another player.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Final Injury Report for Timberwolves-Heat: Will Bam Adebayo, Donte DiVincenzo Play?
The Miami Heat are at home Wednesday night as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves in their 2026-27 NBA season opener. Miami enters the new season with high expectations after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo in the offseason following a season in which the Heat finished 10th in the Eastern Conference with a 43-39 record.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 21
How Jonathan Kuminga Can Make Timberwolves Debut a Success
The Minnesota Timberwolves have plenty of expectations heading into the new season, and Jonathan Kuminga could be an important part of helping the team reach them.
Antonio Reeves News / Hoops Rumors / October 21
Antonio Reeves Signs With Partizan Belgrade
Former NBA second-round pick Antonio Reeves will continue his playing career overseas, having signed a contract with KK Partizan, the Serbian team announced today (via Twitter).
Chris Finch News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 21
Chris Finch's Biggest Timberwolves Task as Season Begins
As if Minnesota Timberwolves' head coach Chris Finch's job didn't already begin in June when they traded for LaMelo Ball, it really begins on Wednesday evening.
Jaden McDaniels News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Timberwolves sign key player to surprising new deal
The Minnesota Timberwolves are covering their bases when it comes to Jaden McDaniels. McDaniels was set to enter the season with three more years on his current contract and over $84 million in guaranteed money.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Timberwolves waive Drew Timme, Enrique Freeman, three others
The Timberwolves have waived Enrique Freeman, Antonio Reeves, KJ Martin, Norchad Omier and Drew Timme, the team announced. Freeman’s release opens a two-way roster spot that Minnesota intends to leave available while evaluating players cut elsewhere, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / October 12
Timberwolves have already found the key to remain in title contention
After making a major tweak to their core this offseason, expectations around the Minnesota Timberwolves have only gotten stronger.
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