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Shocking stat illustrates Timberwolves' need to acquire a point guard

Shocking stat illustrates Timberwolves' need to acquire a point guard

One single statistic makes it pretty obvious that the Minnesota Timberwolves need to address the glaring hole on their otherwise-excellent roster. The Wolves simply don't have a true starting point guard, and that's shown up in their immense struggles to take care of the ball when the game is on the line.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / November 28
NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Heat

NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Heat

Donte DiVincenzo may be the starter on paper, but head coach Chris Finch says the Timberwolves’ real point guard is Anthony Edwards. Edwards is, after all, the one steering the ship, Finch said via Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.

Anthony Edwards News / EssentiallySports / November 27
Anthony Edwards Issues Statement On Timberwolves Coaching Staff After OKC Loss

Anthony Edwards Issues Statement On Timberwolves Coaching Staff After OKC Loss

The Minnesota Timberwolves suffered another tough defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Anthony Edwards is done looking for silver linings. After

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Most 15-rebound triple-doubles in NBA history' quiz
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Chris Finch News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27
Timberwolves held players-only meeting at OKC steakhouse after Chris Finch’s ‘lifeless’ callout

Timberwolves held players-only meeting at OKC steakhouse after Chris Finch’s ‘lifeless’ callout

The Minnesota Timberwolves walked out of Paycom Center with a 113–105 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder that eliminated them from the NBA Cup and extended their slide to three straight defeats.

NBA News / Yardbarker
Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / November 27
Anthony Edwards explains why he ‘hates’ any moral victories after Minnesota Timberwolves loss

Anthony Edwards explains why he ‘hates’ any moral victories after Minnesota Timberwolves loss

Anthony Edwards was in no mood to look at the bright side after the Minnesota Timberwolves lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Minnesota Timberwolves lost yet another game last night, this time falling to the OKC Thunder in a rematch of the Western Conference Finals.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 26
5 things that stood out from the Wolves' narrow defeat in Oklahoma City

5 things that stood out from the Wolves' narrow defeat in Oklahoma City

Despite battling hard, the Timberwolves came up just short in a 113-105 loss to the juggernaut Thunder on Thanksgiving Eve. Minnesota did a lot of encouraging things on the road against a team that is now 18-1 on the season, but Chris Finch's team will be upset with itself for the way they lost this one.

NBA News / Canis Hoopus / November 26

Thunder 113, Timberwolves 105: A Valiant Effort Falls Short

The Minnesota Timberwolves, after two of the worst losses of the season and in recent memory, take on the kings of the league in the Oklahoma City Thunder, in a Thanksgiving Eve nationally televised matchup.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 26
Timberwolves battle but come up just short against Thunder in thriller

Timberwolves battle but come up just short against Thunder in thriller

The Timberwolves gave the defending champions everything they could handle in the second half on Wednesday night. But in the end, it wasn't quite enough.

Rudy Gobert News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 26
Rudy Gobert got a tech for what looked like an egregious OKC flop

Rudy Gobert got a tech for what looked like an egregious OKC flop

Technical foul on Rudy Gobert for...what, exactly? About a minute into the second quarter of Wednesday night's Timberwolves-Thunder game in Oklahoma City, Gobert was whistled for a tech.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26
Julius Randle says what Joe Ingles said to him during latest Timberwolves game was a real wake-up call

Julius Randle says what Joe Ingles said to him during latest Timberwolves game was a real wake-up call

The Minnesota Timberwolves have dropped back-to-back games against the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. The Minnesota Timberwolves are 10-7 and sit in 7th place in the Western Conference.

Chris Finch News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 26
Chris Finch takes blame for Timberwolves' recent late-game collapses

Chris Finch takes blame for Timberwolves' recent late-game collapses

There's plenty of blame to go around for the Timberwolves' epic collapses in Phoenix and Sacramento over their past two games. Head coach Chris Finch has now claimed responsibility for his share of it.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 26
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is thriving in expanded role — was he held back in Minnesota?

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is thriving in expanded role — was he held back in Minnesota?

It was nearly impossible for the Timberwolves to re-sign free-agent guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker last offseason due to the NBA's new salary cap rules.

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The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz
 The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz
The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz
 The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz
The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
 The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
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 The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / November 26

Two Words, Wolves Pod: Back-to-Back Collapses

The Minnesota Timberwolves have blown two straight games. The first, they led by eight points with a minute left. The second, they led by ten with three minutes left.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / November 26
Timberwolves Target Ja Morant After Decision on Anthony Edwards Trade Emerges

Timberwolves Target Ja Morant After Decision on Anthony Edwards Trade Emerges

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a good-not-great start to the season and could soon try to boost their backcourt in order to improve their production now and for the future.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 26
'Let’s See If We Actually Care' – Minnesota Timberwolves Star Sends Strong Message After Late Collapse Vs. Sacramento Kings

'Let’s See If We Actually Care' – Minnesota Timberwolves Star Sends Strong Message After Late Collapse Vs. Sacramento Kings

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert chewed out the team for collapsing late in their 117-112 overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings on Monday, especially since they lost similarly against the Phoenix Suns not too long ago.

Rob Dillingham News / NBA Analysis Network / November 25
Rob Dillingham is now showing an important side to his game for the Minnesota Timberwolves

Rob Dillingham is now showing an important side to his game for the Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost Nickeil Alexander-Walker in free agency to the Atlanta Hawks. Since then, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been looking at a solution at point guard.

Anthony Edwards News / BasketballNews.com / November 25

For Wolves to break through, Anthony Edwards must make an MVP-level leap

Anthony Edwards has already climbed rungs most players spend a decade chasing. He’s become an All-Star, a franchise centerpiece, a playoff force who can go toe-to-toe with the best players alive on the biggest stage.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 25
Timberwolves Allow Another Comeback to Occur in Final Moments and Lose to Kings in OT 117-112

Timberwolves Allow Another Comeback to Occur in Final Moments and Lose to Kings in OT 117-112

It was a night that will haunt the Minnesota Timberwolves for weeks to come. The kind of loss that sticks in your craw, a bitter taste that no amount of mouthwash can rinse away.

Rudy Gobert News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Rudy Gobert got called out by opposing broadcaster

Rudy Gobert got called out by opposing broadcaster

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert was called out by an opposing team’s broadcaster for how he handled a confrontation during Friday night’s game.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Timberwolves suffer unreal meltdown in final 50 seconds vs. Suns

Timberwolves suffer unreal meltdown in final 50 seconds vs. Suns

The Minnesota Timberwolves had arguably the worst late-minute collapse of the young season Friday in their NBA Cup matchup against the Phoenix Suns. The Timberwolves led the Suns 113-105 with under a minute left at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.

Jaden McDaniels News / The Lead / November 20
Jaden McDaniels Is Making His Long-Awaited Offensive Leap

Jaden McDaniels Is Making His Long-Awaited Offensive Leap

Jaden McDaniels has felt like a “when, not if” breakout candidate for years. He’s a lengthy forward who could already guard anyone on the planet. The holdup was his figuring out how to consistently contribute offensively.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 21
Is the LaMelo Ball era ending in Charlotte? Three potential landing spots for Hornets star guard

Is the LaMelo Ball era ending in Charlotte? Three potential landing spots for Hornets star guard

The LaMelo Ball era in Charlotte might be nearing its end. According to Yahoo NBA reporter Kelly Iko, the 24-year-old, one-time All-Star guard has “grown increasingly frustrated” with the Hornets and is open to a trade.

Jeanie Buss' brothers getting fired from Lakers is cutthroat, but entirely predictable
Mark Cuban revisits letting Jalen Brunson leave Mavericks for Knicks
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The 25 greatest dunkers in NBA history
Naz Reid News / Athlon Sports / November 18
Naz Reid Excels While Embracing New Role With Timberwolves

Naz Reid Excels While Embracing New Role With Timberwolves

Naz Reid reached a seasonal milestone The Timberwolves beat Dallas Reid shared insight on recent conversations The Minnesota Timberwolves performed admirably on offense and defense Tuesday, defeating Jason Kidd's Dallas Mavericks by a score of 120-95.

Naz Reid News / Field Level Media / November 17
Naz Reid comes off bench to lead Timberwolves past Mavericks

Naz Reid comes off bench to lead Timberwolves past Mavericks

Naz Reid registered a double-double off the bench with 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 120-96 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night in Minneapolis.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 14
Russell Westbrook joins rare two-player club with career milestone

Kings' Russell Westbrook joins rare two-player club with major career milestone

Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook made some NBA history on Friday night when he recorded the 10,000th assist of his career, making him just the eighth player to ever reach that milestone.

Kings make significant change involving Westbrook, Dennis Schroder
Timberwolves dominate late, beat Kings for fourth straight win
Steph Curry's remarkable start to the season has reached a historic level 
Jalen Johnson's career-best play is exactly what the Hawks need
Scottie Barnes fuels Raptors resurgence as Toronto looks like a playoff team again

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