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Ric Bucher is way off base with his takes on LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga

Longtime NBA analyst Ric Bucher recently gave some thoughts on the two newest Timberwolves, LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga. What he said, almost all of it critical, makes it clear that he hasn’t watched many Wolves games this season and is still relying on prior notions of those two players.

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Jonathan Kuminga’s Start With Timberwolves Is Even Better Than It Seems

Timberwolves general manager Matt Lloyd isn’t exactly sure what the narrative around Jonathan Kuminga was before he landed in Minnesota this summer, but Lloyd isn't buying whatever it was.

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

Can you name the top 15 scorers in Chicago Bulls history?

The Chicago Bulls have produced some of the NBA's greatest scorers. How many of the top 15 points leaders in franchise history can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA 6th Man of the Year winners' quiz

The 'NBA Most Improved Players' quiz

The 'Most NBA 3-pointers all-time' quiz

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 6

How Timberwolves’ Starting Lineup Matches Up vs. Pelicans on Friday Night

The Minnesota Timberwolves have already shown they can handle some of the better teams in the Western Conference early this season. Now they get a matchup that should give them another opportunity to show the gap between themselves and a team still trying to figure things out.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

Chris Finch News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 6

Chris Finch’s Fingerprints Are All Over Timberwolves’ 6-3 Start

The beginning of the Minnesota Timberwolves' season has gone about as well as anyone could have expected. Minnesota has a record of 6-3 and is coming off their best win of the season, in which they dominated the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / November 6

‘He’s a psycho’: Ayo Dosunmu says people are actually so wrong about Jaden McDaniels

Jaden McDaniels is a very popular member of the Minnesota Timberwolves roster. The 26-year-old is in his seventh season with the Wolves, and most fans would think that they know the 6ft 9in forward very well.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / November 6

‘Bro, let me tell you’: Ayo Dosunmu shares what has shocked him about LaMelo Ball

LaMelo Ball is one of the most fun players to watch in the NBA. The Minnesota Timberwolves superstar has had an incredible start to the season, and some of the shots he has pulled off have been incredible to see.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Ayo Dosunmu News / HITC / November 6

‘He’s special’: Ayo Dosunmu says Timberwolves have a ‘trash talker’ who’s just like Muhammad Ali

Ayo Dosunmu has heaped praise on Anthony Edwards and has compared the Minnesota Timberwolves star to Muhammad Ali and three NBA greats. The 26-year-old joined the Wolves in February this year, and he has built a great relationship with all of his new teammates in Minnesota.

Kevin Garnett News / Athlon Sports / November 5

In 1997, the Minnesota Timberwolves signed Kevin Garnett to a $126 million six-year contract; it triggered an NBA lockout that cut the next season to 50 games

Kevin Garnett and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat an NBA deadline by six hours on Oct. 1, 1997. The future Hall of Famer was 21, with one season left on his rookie contract.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Field Level Media / November 5

LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga keep Wolves on track as they face Pelicans

LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga have proven to be the perfect antidote for the Minnesota Timberwolves following an injury to four-time All-Star Anthony Edwards.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / November 5

DeMarcus Cousins suggests the Minnesota Timberwolves swap Rudy Gobert for Anthony Davis

DeMarcus Cousins suggested the Washington Wizards and Minnesota Timberwolves exchange centers, as both teams face a challenging situation. Anthony Davis is currently looking for a new contract, and the Wizards are reportedly not interested in extending him on an expensive deal.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 5

5 Ways Jonathan Kuminga Is Deeply Impacting Timberwolves Already

Jonathan Kuminga has only played with the Minnesota Timberwolves for nine games, but he is already starting to show why the team made the move to bring him in.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / November 5

Gilbert Arenas shares what’s ‘surprised’ him about LaMelo Ball since coming to the NBA

Gilbert Arenas believed that the presence of LaVar Ball and his two brothers in basketball should have helped LaMelo Ball develop a much different personality.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 5

5 Most Eye-Catching Numbers from Timberwolves Win vs. Rockets

The Timberwolves are in a place no team wants to be in, but one that all too many teams are in right now. The Wolves are adjusting to a serious injury.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Field Level Media / November 4

LaMelo Ball, Ayo Dosunmu propel Timberwolves past Rockets

LaMelo Ball and Ayo Dosunmu combined for 41 points and 12 assists, while Jonathan Kuminga came alive down the stretch as the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves topped the Houston Rockets 117-107 on Wednesday.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4

Jonathan Kuminga gets a flagrant foul for elbowing Alperen Sengun in face

Jonathan Kuminga pulled a Victor Wembanyama during Wednesday’s game. Kuminga and the Minnesota Timberwolves played Wednesday against Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

LaMelo Ball loves this ‘1-of-1’ X-factor who’s filling in all the gaps for Timberwolves

MINNEAPOLIS — After logging 21 minutes in another impactful performance off the bench for the Minnesota Timberwolves, teammates and coaches alike sang the praises of forward Trey Lyles, who is back in the NBA after a year playing overseas in Madrid.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Final Injury Report for Timberwolves-Rockets: Will Terrence Shannon Jr., Clint Capela Play?

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference showdown. Minnesota enters Wednesday’s game with a 5-3 record after defeating the Milwaukee Bucks at home Monday night.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 4

How Timberwolves' Starting Lineup Matches Up vs. Rockets on Wednesday Night

The Minnesota Timberwolves have another tough test ahead of them Wednesday night when they visit the Houston Rockets. Minnesota is coming off a 112-100 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, but the challenge gets considerably tougher against a Houston team that has won seven of its first eight games.