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Chris Finch ejected after losing it on officials early in Wolves-Thunder battle

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch was ejected less than halfway through the first quarter of Friday night's Western Conference battle with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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'Find Different Ways to Score': Anthony Edwards Says Thunder’s Playoff Defense Forced Him to Add a Post Game

Since being drafted No. 1 overall in 2020, Anthony Edwards has developed into an All-Star level player in the NBA. However, with five seasons now behind him, the criticisms coming his way are a natural part of that progression.

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The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA's youngest 35-point scorers' quiz

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Julius Randle News / Total Apex Sports / December 19

Minnesota Timberwolves Star Worries About the Team’s State

Minnesota Timberwolves star Julius Randle reportedly worries about the state of the team. Here’s why, courtesy of The Escapist. Randle’s worrying about the Timberwolves, and for a good reason.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / December 19

Timberwolves Coach Chris Finch Excited for Return of Kevin Garnett

The Minnesota Timberwolves franchise began in 1989 and rose to prominence with the drafting of high school basketball superstar Kevin Garnett in 1995, which made him the first player to leap from that level of basketball to the big time in over two decades.

Anthony Edwards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 19

Anthony Edwards uncertain for Timberwolves-Thunder clash with foot injury

Minnesota Timberwolves star guard Anthony Edwards is questionable for Friday night’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to right foot injury maintenance.

Chris Finch News / Hoops Wire / December 19

NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Chris Finch, Celtics, Spurs, Elfrid Payton

The Timberwolves keep flirting with the idea of being an elite West team, but the consistency has not been there. Not yet, anyway. Wednesday’s home loss to Memphis was another reminder.

Kevin Garnett News / Hoops Wire / December 18

Timberwolves hire Kevin Garnett, set to retire jersey after sides patch up past

Kevin Garnett is officially coming home. The Timberwolves announced that Garnett has been hired as a team ambassador and that his iconic No. 21 jersey will be retired at a later date.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / December 18

Insider floats 3 point guards in conversation about Timberwolves trades

After an ugly home loss to the Grizzlies and point guard troubles lingering, how much longer can the Minnesota Timberwolves wait to make a trade? The NBA trade deadline doesn't arrive until 2 p.m.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 18

Timberwolves will finally retire Kevin Garnett’s jersey

Kevin Garnett is nothing short of a Minnesota Timberwolves legend. He leads the franchise all-time in points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocks. Now, the Timberwolves will finally retire Garnett’s jersey over the next two seasons as the legendary big man is reuniting with the franchise in an off-court role, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Anthony Edwards News / Sneakers on SI / December 18

Adidas Just Dropped Anthony Edwards Christmas Shoes

Basketball fans and sneakerheads are eagerly anticipating the NBA on Christmas Day. The NBA's players regularly debut their best kicks in front of a national audience flush with gift cards.

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The 'Active NFL 5-passing-TD games' quiz

Chris Finch News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18

Timberwolves’ Chris Finch screams at ref that ‘you (expletive) know you blew 2 calls’

On Wednesday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves dropped to 17-10 on the 2025-26 NBA season with a frustrating loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Anthony Edwards missed his third straight game with a foot injury, with Ja Morant also sitting out for Memphis, and ultimately, Minnesota was unable to overcome an ice-cold second half shooting performance.

Kevin Garnett News / Field Level Media / December 18

Report: Kevin Garnett rekindling role with Wolves

Hall of Famer and franchise legend Kevin Garnett appears to be reuniting with the Minnesota Timberwolves. ESPN reported on Thursday that Garnett will rejoin

Kevin Garnett News / Hoops Rumors / December 18

Kevin Garnett Taking Role With Wolves, Will Have Jersey Retired

Kevin Garnett is returning to the Timberwolves in an “all-encompassing” role, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports that the former star forward will be involved with the team’s business, community, and fan engagement efforts, as well as content development.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / December 18

Chris Finch Explodes At Official During The Timberwolves-Grizzlies Game

Chris Finch‘s Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a tough 116-110 defeat at the hands of the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night. While many reasons contributed to the Wolves’ loss, Finch seemed convinced that the officiating played a role.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 16

Timberwolves Named Among Favorites to Acquire Cavaliers' $197 Million Guard Ahead of Trade Deadline: Report

The Minnesota Timberwolves have gotten off to a strong start to the 2025-26 NBA season as they currently sit sixth in the Western Conference standings with a 17-9 record.

Naz Reid News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Mock Trade Lands Timberwolves $197 Million Guard from Grizzlies for Trade Package Headline by Naz Reid

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a strong start to the season as they currently sit sixth in the Western Conference standings with a 17-9 record. Of

Julius Randle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 15

Timberwolves’ Julius Randle reveals key to avoiding awful letdowns on title path

Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Julius Randle has led an NBA career filled with peaks and valleys. His perspective could be a major factor as the Timberwolves look to get over the hump and reach the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 14

Short-handed Timberwolves stay hot, beat Kings

Julius Randle collected 24 points and 10 rebounds and Naz Reid added 20 and 11, respectively, fueling the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 117-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday in Minneapolis.

Rudy Gobert News / EssentiallySports / December 15

What Happened to Rudy Gobert? Timberwolves Star Exits Kings Game With Non-Injury Issue

Everything was clicking for the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Sacramento Kings—until it suddenly wasn’t. In the middle of a dominant performance, Rudy Gobert unexpectedly left the game, creating immediate concern despite no apparent injury.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 13

Rudy Gobert takes revenge on Steph Curry, Warriors

Gobert was on the wrong end of a Curry flurry during the 2024 Olympics. Friday, the "Stifle Tower" ruined Curry's return and the Warriors' comeback with rebounds, putbacks and dunks down the stretch.

Wolves put Warriors away in Stephen Curry's 39-point return

Timberwolves' ball-handler issues are derailing epic Anthony Edwards season

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / December 11

Minnesota Timberwolves have ‘inquired about’ trade for star who wants to become ‘All-Star calibre player’

The Minnesota Timberwolves are trying to make a run again this season. The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently the 6th seed with a 15-9 record. That’s the seed they were last season when they made it to the Western Conference Finals.

Chris Paul News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12

Chris Paul linked to two playoff teams in trade rumors

Chris Paul may be getting a life vest thrown his way from a interesting Western Conference team (or two).

Chris Paul shares his reaction to being cut by Clippers

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Julius Randle News / Sneakers on SI / December 11

Julius Randle Talks Dymatize and His Dream Sneaker Collaboration

Last month, shoppers at the Sam's Club in Shakopee, Minnesota, were in for a surprise. Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle appeared for a 90-minute event on behalf of Dymatize.