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Anthony Edwards Says Timberwolves Are Not Ready To Win Title, But Believes They Can Beat Spurs, Thunder

Anthony Edwards has firmly established himself as the face of the Minnesota Timberwolves. As one of the best young players in the NBA today, Edwards is expected to transform the Timberwolves into a title-contending franchise.

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NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Mavericks, offseason, Grizzlies

Anthony Edwards isn’t talking championship just yet. First, he wants to see what the new-look Timberwolves actually look like together. Minnesota made one of the summer’s biggest changes by acquiring LaMelo Ball in the four-team trade that sent Naz Reid to Charlotte and Julius Randle to Brooklyn.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Bring Me The Sports / August 16

After team trip to Paris, Timberwolves' offseason vibes are sky high

There are still two months until the Timberwolves' regular season begins and we get to see the Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball backcourt in action. But as things stand right now in mid-August, it's hard to remember an offseason with better vibes than this one.

Anthony Edwards News / Viral Sports News / August 16

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards Puts Thunder, Spurs on Notice

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards expressed strong confidence that his reconfigured team can overcome the Western Conference’s top contenders next season.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 16

Anthony Edwards drops ‘we don’t f**k with Nike’ bar in freestyle diss track

Anthony Edwards is enjoying his time in the Philippines, and one moment went viral when the NBA star took a shot at Nike. “Dope boy 95 AE’s on, we don’t f**k with Nike you can send a n***a home,” Edwards is heard rapping in the clip.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 16

Continuity vs. Change: Why the Timberwolves' Roster Transformation Will Pay Off

One year ago, the story for the Timberwolves was continuity. After a season that saw the Wolves make their second straight Western Conference Finals, Minnesota brought back its entire starting five with the hope of building on two strong playoff runs.

Anthony Edwards News / HITC / August 16

Anthony Edwards definitively names one thing he’s better than Michael Jordan at

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards showcased his humility and declared himself better than Michael Jordan while discussing a specific NBA skill.

Anthony Edwards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards reveals 1 thing he’s better than Michael Jordan at

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards believes he has one advantage over Michael Jordan — his dunking ability. During Edwards’ appearance at Adidas’ Believe That, the Timberwolves guard participated in a game in which he was asked to compare his dunking ability to some of the greatest high-flyers in NBA history.

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 / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 15

Rudy Gobert Is a First-Ballot Hall of Famer: The Clear Case for Timberwolves' Stifle Tower

Rare is a first-ballot Hall of Famer as polarizing to the masses as Rudy Gobert. The online discourse surrounding Gobert has always been befuddling, and even players believe he's overrated.

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The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / August 15

2026-2027 Minnesota Timberwolves Schedule Guide

As the Minnesota Timberwolves were seen gathering in Paris, France for a Rudy Gobert sponsored team-building vacation, the NBA schedule-makers were hard at work determining who goes to play where and when after the fallout from LeBron James’ Philadelphia 76ers decision.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 15

The Importance Behind Anthony Edwards and Chris Finch' Unique Relationship

Anthony Edwards dribbled 20 times, stepped to his left, and attempted a three-pointer in the face of two defenders as the Minnesota Timberwolves were clinging to a one-point lead in the final seconds of a February 26 game against the Los Angeles Clippers on the road.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15

Timberwolves 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release

The Minnesota Timberwolves have consistently been one of the best teams in the NBA over the past three seasons. In fact, they made it to two consecutive Western Conference Finals (2024 and 2025), and they made it out of the first round yet again last year, only to fall to the eventual West champion San Antonio Spurs.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14

Kendrick Perkins gets 100% real on Kevin Garnett’s Timberwolves jersey retirement: ‘About d*** time’

The Minnesota Timberwolves announced on Friday that they will retire Kevin Garnett’s jersey at some point during the 2026-27 season. It’s a move that puts one of the organization’s franchise legends in the history books.

Kevin Garnett News / Hoops Rumors / August 14

Wolves To Retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 Jersey On Feb. 28

The Timberwolves will retire Kevin Garnett‘s No. 21 jersey on February 28, 2027, after Minnesota hosts Boston, the team announced in a press release. The Hall of Famer, whose No.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 14

10 Must-See Timberwolves Home Games in 2026-27

Behind LaMelo Ball and a fresh rebrand, the Timberwolves will have a much different vibe at Target Center this season. Their games will be marked by flashy plays, high lob passes, forceful dunks, and a playstyle that should consistently ignite loud moments from a local crowd that reaches those octaves so well.

Jaden McDaniels News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 14

It’s Time for the Timberwolves to Solve the Jaden McDaniels Mystery

Jaden McDaniels has been a mystery on offense for most of his career. His consistent improvement season after season leads to the conversation every fall speculating about what he could be.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14

Timberwolves announce ultimate honor for Kevin Garnett

The Minnesota Timberwolves have announced that they will be honoring one of the greatest players in franchise history later this season.

NBA dark horses? Timberwolves, Pistons, Celtics and Pacers can make case

Max Shulga Signs With Real Madrid

New leaked emails add new layer to Kawhi Leonard-Clippers scandal

The 'Oldest 4 3-pointer playoff games' quiz

Kevin Garnett News / Athlon Sports / August 13

Kevin Garnett's Jersey Retirement Date Revealed After Timberwolves Schedule Release: Report

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ 2026-27 NBA schedule was released Thursday, giving fans their first full look at the upcoming season, which features many key matchups.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Bring Me The Sports / August 11

Key takeaways from Timberwolves’ NBA 2K27 ratings

NBA 2K27 began releasing ratings for this year's game on Monday night, and we have some information about how the Timberwolves will be rated. They will have five top-100 players at release date, and here's what you need to know.

Steph Curry News / Lindy's Sports / August 11

Timberwolves Should Pivot to Stephen Curry

The Minnesota Timberwolves haven't even seen newly acquired point guard LaMelo Ball play with their team yet, but before he steps on the court with Timberwolves gear on, the team should trade him to the Golden State Warriors in a package for Stephen Curry.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / The Lead / August 10

Timberwolves' Power Forward Question Is Still Left Unanswered

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been active this offseason, making several significant roster moves that have reshaped the team’s outlook entering the 2026-27 season. Minnesota traded Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for the No.

LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10

LaMelo Ball picks the wildest trio he wants to see wear his shoes

LaMelo Ball kept it real about who he wants to see wear his shoes. When asked that question recently, the Minnesota Timberwolves guard pulled names straight out of an encyclopedia.