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Timberwolves coach Chris Finch already putting Anthony Edwards on spot with MVP challenge

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch is already challenging Anthony Edwards to take another step as the 2026-27 NBA season approaches, making it clear that an MVP-caliber campaign will require more from the star guard defensively.

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Timberwolves' Big Summer Also Comes With Daunting Reality

When Rudy Gobert was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves during the summer of 2022, it was a trial run of expectations for a blockbuster move. For a franchise that never seemed to make those kind of regular big swings, Gobert entering the fold was a vault into an echelon of competition that the team nor fans were immediately ready to digest.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / September 10

The Many Point Guards of Anthony Edwards

Editor’s Note: We’re excited to see our very own Matt Harren, better known as harebear in the comments section, taking the brave dive onto the Canis front page.

Trey Kaufman-Renn News / Bring Me The Sports / September 9

Wolves draft pick Trey Kaufman-Renn granted TRO for sixth year of NCAA eligibility

Former Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn was drafted in the second round by the Timberwolves this year and played in NBA Summer League for Minnesota, but he’s planning on heading back to the NCAA level for the upcoming basketball season.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Kevin Love News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 9

What the Timberwolves Would Be Getting in Signing Kevin Love

Timberwolves fans booed Kevin Love in his first game back at Target Center on Jan. 31, 2015, five months after the Wolves traded their homegrown All-Star to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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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 / Bring Me The Sports / September 9

Anthony Edwards seems fired up about the Wolves' Jonathan Kuminga addition

Jonathan Kuminga, the newest member of the Timberwolves, arrived in Minnesota for the first time on Tuesday, a couple weeks after spurning the Lakers and other teams to become the starting power forward the Wolves spent much of this offseason seeking.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 9

Pros and Cons of the Timberwolves' Kuminga-Gobert Frontcourt

At the beginning of the offseason, the Timberwolves completely reoriented their roster. They traded Julius Randle to the Nets and sent Naz Reid to the Hornets for LaMelo Ball.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / September 9

‘Over this year’ – Anthony Edwards gets honest about Jonathan Kuminga joining Minnesota Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards seems elated that the Minnesota Timberwolves have added Jonathan Kuminga to the roster. In the last three seasons, the Minnesota Timberwolves have reached the Western Conference Finals twice, but have failed to cross the final hurdle.

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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 / Hoops Rumors / September 8

Timberwolves checked in on Sasha Vezenkov

Before they reached an agreement to sign free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, the Timberwolves explored the possibility of trying to recruit forward Sasha Vezenkov back stateside, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link).

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 8

Jonathan Kuminga's Arrival Clarifies Joan Beringer’s Role With Timberwolves

The signing of Jonathan Kuminga all but finalized the Timberwolves' starting rotation. He also brings clarity to Minnesota's bench rotation. Ayo Dosunmu will be the sixth man; Bones Hyland will be the first guard off the bench.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / September 8

Timberwolves Player Previews: The Guards

Editor’s Note: It brings me great joy to introduce Will Woodford, one of our newest members to the Canis Hoopus team! You’ll be seeing more from Will this season and can follow him on social media @woodford_will.

LaMelo Ball News / HITC / September 8

LaMelo Ball makes wild geography admission after streamer Ray called him out on China-Taiwan mix-up

LaMelo Ball was recently on a stream with popular streamer Ray, where he got called out by the streamer for getting his background wrong. LaMelo Ball is as entertaining off the court as he is on it.

Anthony Edwards News / Fadeaway World / September 8

Anthony Edwards Discusses Love For Trash Talk And Favorite Opposing Arenas With Kimi Antonelli

Anthony Edwards recently linked up with renowned F1 driver Andrea ‘Kimi’ Antonelli of Mercedes to shoot for a commercial. The Timberwolves’ superstar later released a behind-the-scenes compilation in which he talked to the young Formula One prodigy about his love for trash talk and which opposing arenas he loves to play in the most.

Jonathan Kuminga News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 7

Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga sends first message after Minnesota arrival

Jonathan Kuminga is raring to have a fresh start with the Minnesota Timberwolves after signing a two-year contract worth $12.4 million in free agency. The change of scenery should serve Kuminga well, who could be the final piece in the Timberwolves’ quest to make it to the NBA Finals for the first time.

Anthony Edwards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 7

Anthony Edwards reveals ‘crazy’ way he backs up teammates

There’s no question that Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is a confident player on the court, letting opposing players know via trash talking.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 7

How Jonathan Kuminga Could Turn Into a Long-Term Wolves Piece

The Minnesota Timberwolves shifted their sights on free agent Jonathan Kuminga immediately after trading for LaMelo Ball. Initially, the Wolves didn’t think they had a great shot at luring Kuminga to the upper Midwest.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / September 6

‘Too high of a price to pay’ – Insider reveals that Timberwolves discussed trade for a Finals MVP this offseason

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into the offseason looking to revamp their roster after several years of playoff basketball without a trip to the NBA Finals.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 6

What Makes Cody Williams's Potential Exciting for Timberwolves

When the Timberwolves traded Josh Green to the Utah Jazz last week, the largest benefit of the trade for Minnesota was reducing salary. The Wolves received $2 million less than they gave up, which gave them the necessary space below the second apron to sign Jonathan Kuminga.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / September 5

NBA Notes: Timberwolves, LaMelo Ball, Cody Williams, Knicks, Drew Eubanks

The Timberwolves didn’t acquire Cody Williams merely because they needed to move some money around. General manager Matt Lloyd indicated Minnesota had genuine interest in Williams, the former No.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / September 4

Kevin Love reportedly open to Timberwolves return, interest is mutual

Kevin Love could be going back to where it all started. Love is open to returning to the Timberwolves, and Minnesota has some interest in bringing him back, The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski said on The Jon Krawczynski Show.