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Anthony Edwards Addresses Rudy Gobert's Ejection After Timberwolves Loss

The Minnesota Timberwolves couldn't overcome the Devin Booker-less Phoenix Suns on Monday. Even though Wolves star Anthony Edwards had a 40-point outing, it wasn't enough, as the Suns took over, 108-105.

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Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards celebrates Bones Hyland for staying ready

One of the worst-kept secrets in the NBA is the Minnesota Timberwolves’ desire to add a point guard next to Anthony Edwards. Mike Conley has gotten old and Rob Dillingham is not yet ready for heavy minutes that the Timberwolves have resorted to using Edwards as a point guard.

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The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Rudy Gobert News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8

Rudy Gobert ejected after his dangerous mid-air hit on Suns center

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert got ejected after delivering a dirty hit during Monday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Gobert let Suns center Mark Williams slip through the defense for what was looking like an uncontested dunk midway through the third quarter at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 8

Mark Williams powers Suns to big win over Timberwolves

Suns center Mark Williams showed his true potential during Phoenix's big win on Monday night.

Mark Williams leads Suns past Timberwolves despite Anthony Edwards' 40

Steve Kerr explains why he pulled Jonathan Kuminga from Warriors rotation

The 20 greatest trash talkers in NBA history

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NBA News / Canis Hoopus / December 8

Suns 108, Timberwolves 105: Full Contact Hoops

Did someone say another inferior opponent on paper descending into Target Center to play the Minnesota Timberwolves? Just me? While playing great basketball so far this season and well above expectations, the Phoenix Suns came into Monday night playing two games in eight days.

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The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history

Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.

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Naz Reid News / The Lead / December 8

Naz Reid Has Got His Groove Back

The first few weeks of this NBA season were difficult for Minnesota Timberwolves forward Naz Reid — on and off the court. On Sept. 8, it was reported that Reid’s older sister, Toraya Reid, was shot and killed by her boyfriend.

Jaden McDaniels News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / December 8

Jaden McDaniels is taking '3 and D' to another level this season

The Jaden McDaniels offensive leap that Timberwolves fans have been dreaming about for a few years now has fully been realized so far this season. McDaniels has been quite good all year, but he put together one of the best games of his career on Saturday night against the Clippers.

Anthony Edwards News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Timberwolves Announce Anthony Edwards News Before Suns Game

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on a five-game winning streak. They capped off their week with a 109-106 win against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / December 8

Wolves could be without Anthony Edwards, Terrence Shannon Jr. against Phoenix

An illness has struck Anthony Edwards and Terrence Shannon Jr. ahead of the Timberwolves' Monday night game against the Phoenix Suns. Both players were added to the team's injury report on Monday morning, with Ant-Man and TSJ now listed as questionable ahead of the 6:30 p.m.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / December 7

Canis Pulsus Vol. 45 – Quarterly Report 1 (‘25-’26) Results

The Minnesota Timberwolves are 15-8 as we’ve eclipsed the second quarter of the season. Our 34 voters chimed in with their grades and thoughts! Welcome to… Canis Pulsus Vol.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 7

Should The Timberwolves Go All-In For Ja Morant?

The Minnesota Timberwolves are finally living in the universe they always promised. They’re 15-8, sitting sixth in the West, with a top-10 offense and a legitimate killer in Anthony Edwards.

Naz Reid News / NBA Analysis Network / December 7

Naz Reid has blunt response about not having the same skill as Minnesota Timberwolves teammate

Naz Reid was asked by a reporter about his inability to pull off one move on the court that his teammate excels at. The Minnesota Timberwolves, for the second season in a row, have had a mediocre start to the NBA season.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6

Timberwolves mount 2nd-half comeback, top Clippers to win 5th straight

Jaden McDaniels scored 27 points on 10-for-13 shooting and the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied for a 109-106 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6

Timberwolves intent on keeping guard up vs. struggling Clippers

The Minnesota Timberwolves acknowledge they are not a finished product, but they are stacking up victories as they work on their flaws. Minnesota will go for its fifth win in a row when it returns home to face the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

NBA News / The Predictors / December 5

Timberwolves take down Pelicans, 125-116

Julius Randle powered the Minnesota Timberwolves with 28 points and nine rebounds, leading them to a 125–116 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night despite a rare quiet outing from Anthony Edwards.

Naz Reid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Timberwolves’ Naz Reid throws shade at Pelicans despite trying to catch himself

Naz Reid took a shot at the New Orleans Pelicans following the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 125-116 win on Thursday night. Reid is going through the seventh season of his NBA career, all with the Timberwolves.

Julius Randle News / Field Level Media / December 4

Julius Randle, Wolves complete 2-game mini sweep of Pelicans

Julius Randle scored 28 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves extended their winning streak to four games with a 125-116 victory over the host New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Last Word On Sports / November 29

Timberwolves Open To Trade 3-Time All-Star For Right Price, What Could They Get In Return?

As has been the case under head coach Chris Finch, the Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a strong start. But do the Timberwolves need to make a major move to have a legitimate chance of returning to the Western Conference finals for the third straight season?

Julius Randle News / Hoops Wire / November 28

Report: Timberwolves open to moving Julius Randle

There’s a growing sense around the league that the Timberwolves might be willing to sell high on Julius Randle if the right deal comes along, per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / November 28

Timberwolves to Cut Ties With 3x All-Star Amid Calls for Change in Team Meeting – Report

As Christmas approaches, the NBA trade rumor market is heating up. Teams with championship aspirations who have started the season on the wrong foot are looking at alternatives.