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Timberwolves Stay Active at Trade Deadline, Pivot After Giannis Buzz

The Minnesota Timberwolves were among the most active teams during this season’s NBA trade deadline, positioning themselves at the center of leaguewide chatter — most notably surrounding a potential pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Giannis, LaMelo Ball Are Two Names to Watch for the Wolves This Summer

The NBA trade deadline has passed, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beefed up the roster by trading Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller, and four second-round picks to the Chicago Bulls for guard Ayo Dosunmu and small forward Julian Phillips.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / February 6

Adidas Unveils Anthony Edwards Football Cleats for Super Bowl LX

Adidas has made a habit of stealing Super Bowl week with massive activations, fan experiences, and new product launches. With Super Bowl LX just days away, adidas has enlisted one of its signature athletes to help make a big splash in the Bay Area.

Mike Conley News / Yardbarker / February 6

Why Timberwolves should bring back Mike Conley

After another trade and a contract buyout, Conley could go right back to his old team.

Timberwolves prep for Pelicans by adding Ayo Dosunmu

Timberwolves pivot off disastrous trade for lottery pick

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How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

Minnesota Timberwolves Quietly Explored Blockbuster Path to LaMelo Ball Before Deadline

Weeks before Thursday’s trade deadline, the Minnesota Timberwolves were reportedly all-in in their pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. An Edwards-Antetokounmpo would definitely boost this franchise to immediate contention.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 6

Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly 'never requested a trade'

Although they entertained trade offers for the superstar forward, the Bucks ultimately decided to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo past Thursday’s deadline, pushing a decision on his future into the offseason.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 5

Timberwolves rumors: Minnesota kicked tires on LaMelo Ball trade with Trae Young angle

The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently lurking in the thick of the Western Conference playoff hunt, but that hasn’t stopped the front office from dreaming big.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / February 5

Here’s the new-look Timberwolves roster after the 2026 NBA trade deadline

The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and for Timberwolves fans, there was plenty of smoke in the days leading up to the deadline. We heard whispers of franchise-altering swings, the kind of rumors that send fans deep into Photoshop mockups and cap-sheet rabbit holes.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 6

Timberwolves pivot off disastrous trade for lottery pick

Dillingham was an expensive mistake they'll be paying for into the next decade.

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Knicks dealt injury blow to key guard right after Jose Alvarado trade with Pels

Bucks pull off trade with Suns right after ending Giannis Antetokounmpo talks

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 5

Timberwolves Have Reportedly 'Moved On' From Giannis Trade Talks

Anthony Edwards and Giannis Antetokounmpo teaming up as a modern-day Kobe and Shaq isn't happening, at least not before the NBA trade deadline passes at 2 p.m.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / The SportsRush / February 5

'Key Piece': Anthony Edwards Praises Jaden McDaniels Amid Giannis Trade Rumors

The Milwaukee Bucks’ failure to surround Giannis Antetokounmpo with players who could potentially win another championship with him has opened a window of opportunity for, among many teams, the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Ayo Dosunmu News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 5

Timberwolves Land Ayo Dosunmu From Bulls in Deadline Day Trade

Tim Connelly and the Timberwolves have made a big addition on NBA trade deadline day, according to multiple reports. It's not Giannis Antetokounmpo, but they've acquired Chicago Bulls guard/wing Ayo Dosunmu, who will provide much-needed shooting and defense off of their bench.

Anthony Edwards News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Anthony Edwards’ Worrying Announcement Raises Concern Amid Giannis Rumor

Anthony Edwards ‘ fourth-quarter exploits inspired the Minnesota Timberwolves to a comeback win. This could once again keep up Giannis Antetokounmpo’s apparent interest in joining the Wolves after the rumored Milwaukee Bucks exit. However, the talking point was not Ant-Man’s performance but his post-game answer about his injury.

Anthony Edwards News / Total Apex Sports / February 5

Edwards, Timberwolves Exorcise Demons in Toronto with Stunning 18-Point Comeback

To understand the weight of what happened Wednesday night at Scotiabank Arena, you have to rewind the clock. The last time the Minnesota Timberwolves won a basketball game in Toronto, “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” was the No.

Mike Conley News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 4

Timberwolves Players React to Mike Conley Trade: 'It's Always Tough'

On Tuesday, the Timberwolves traded veteran point guard Mike Conley to the Chicago Bulls in a three-team deal with the Pistons. The Wolves attached a 2026 protected pick swap to get off of Conley's $10.7 million contract and create over $20 million in luxury tax savings, dropping them below the first apron.