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Kevin Garnett's Emotional Connection with the Only Other Retired Timberwolves Number

Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey will finally be retired for the Minnesota Timberwolves next season. A day after the NBA released the entire 2026-27 schedule, the Timberwolves announced that on February 28th, 2027, against the Boston Celtics, the franchise legend will finally see his jersey lifted into the rafters of Target Center.

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Timberwolves GM’s First Impression Of LaMelo Ball : 'The Guy Has No Bad Days'

This offseason has been rather eventful for the Minnesota Timberwolves. After failing to make it past the second round of the playoffs, the Wolves’ front office triggered a retooling by offloading several veterans.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 17

The Timberwolves' Road-Heavy January Will Be Their Biggest Test of 2026-27 Season

The NBA released its full 82-game schedule for all 30 teams last week, and inevitably, fans and media began poring through this list of games for each team to try and find the best games, possible road trips, and the best and worst stretches for their favorite team.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / August 17

Which Number Should Be Retired Next?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Timberwolves fans and fans across the country.

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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?

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Ayo Dosunmu News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / August 17

Why Starting Ayo Dosunmu Could Make or Break the Wolves

In the 2025-26 regular season, the Wolves' main starting five played 13:08 together on average per game. Just 27.3% of the total 48 minutes in a game.

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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.

Anthony Edwards News / Fadeaway World / August 16

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.

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 16

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards puts target on back with Spurs, Thunder guarantee

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had quite the busy offseason, headlined by the salary dump of Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets, as well as their blockbuster trade for Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball.

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.

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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 / 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.

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Anthony Edwards News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Anthony Edwards takes a shot at Nike

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is escalating his growing rivalry with Nike. Video emerged Saturday showing Edwards freestyling in the Philippines, and he went out of his way to get a shot in at Nike during his raps.

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.

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 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.