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Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert wants to ‘continue to dominate offensively,’ but in his own way

The Minnesota Timberwolves are heavily reliant on Rudy Gobert’s physicality. He is one of the league’s most dominant players and isn’t changing his approach one bit.

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1 stat shows LaMelo Ball trade to Timberwolves has been biggest game-changer in NBA so far this season

The LaMelo Ball Phantasmagorical Experience is off to a good start, to say the least. As expected, Ball, despite his devil-may-care style and loose-cannon tendencies, has been the ideal addition to the Minnesota Timberwolves, helping the team to a 3-0 start.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 26

Grading Every Timberwolves Player After Dominant Win Over Raptors

The Minnesota Timberwolves gave their home crowd plenty to enjoy last night, taking care of the Toronto Raptors 117-94 to improve to 3-0 on the season.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / October 26

LaMelo Ball Had A Hilarious Way Of Teaching Timberwolves Teammates To Catch His Passes

Some concerns were raised when the Minnesota Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball in the offseason, but they are quickly disappearing. The Timberwolves improved to 3-0 in 2026-27 with a 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors at Target Center on Sunday.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

Timberwolves star LaMelo Ball reacts to reception in his first home game with Minnesota

LaMelo Ball has only been with the Minnesota Timberwolves for a few months, but he already feels right at home. After making his regular-season home debut in Sunday’s 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors at Target Center, Ball was asked what the support from Timberwolves fans has meant to him since his arrival.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26

Timberwolves’ Chris Finch sounds off on defense after shutting down Scottie Barnes

MINNEAPOLIS — In their 23-point win over the Toronto Raptors, the Minnesota Timberwolves held Scottie Barnes out of the scoring column, as he went 0-for-12 from the field and was a minus 27 overall. “I mean, great, you know, obviously, great defense by all those guys that took the matchup,” said Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 26

4 Reasons Why Timberwolves Secured An Overwhelming Win Against Raptors

The Minnesota Timberwolves ended their home opener on a high note after securing an overwhelming 117-94 victory against the Toronto Raptors. With the Wolves logging their third consecutive win already, Minnesota continues to assert why they should be a team to look out for this season.

WNBA News

Valkyries regain home-court advantage in WNBA Finals Game 4 battle

WNBA Finals takeaways: Valkyries regain home-court advantage in defensive Game 4 battle

Angel Reese and Atlanta Dream help WNBA Finals make history

Fever undergo another major leadership change by parting ways with GM Amber Cox

Enes Kanter Freedom denied entry after refusing WNBA Finals suite

NBA News / Canis Hoopus / October 25

Timberwolves 117, Raptors 94: The Sky is the Limit

The vibes are pretty, pretty good in Minnesota right now. The Minnesota Timberwolves just finished yet another fairly complete victory to begin the season 3-0, with the Kawhi Leonard-less Toronto Raptors serving as the team’s latest victim.

Anthony Edwards News / Field Level Media / October 25

Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves cruise past Raptors

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points on 10-for-18 shooting, and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday evening in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 25

One Clear Positive and Negative From Timberwolves’ Win vs. Raptors

There was a palpable energy inside Target Center Friday night as the Minnesota Timberwolves made their long-awaited return to their home court. After two straight wins on the road to begin the season, Timberwolves fans were excited to see their new-look roster in person for the first time.

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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.

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The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series managers' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 25

What Timberwolves' First 2 Games Have Revealed About Their Rotation So Far

It's pretty easy to walk around a little taller after the Minnesota Timberwolves' first two games of the season. Blowouts alike, production has come from up and down the rotation in their Tour de Florida, resulting in eviscerations of the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 24

Timberwolves, Raptors clash after dominant 2-0 starts

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Toronto Raptors are off to near-perfect starts. Only one of those teams can stay unbeaten when the Timberwolves tip off against the Raptors on Sunday evening in Minneapolis.

LaMelo Ball News / Canis Hoopus / October 24

Did LaMelo Ball Travel? Kash Patel Investigates

On Wednesday Oct 14, the Minnesota Timberwolves kicked off their 2026-27 season against the Miami Heat in Biscayenne Bay. In the first quarter, new Wolves point guard LaMelo Ball gathered his dribble and performed an innovative ballet before splashing a three.

Anthony Edwards News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 24

Anthony Edwards’ Rough Game Actually Was a Good Thing for Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards had one of the worst offensive games of his young Minnesota Timberwolves career Tuesday night against the Orlando Magic. He missed 18 of his 23 shots from the field and struggled to find any sort of offensive rhythm from anywhere on the floor.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

Timberwolves proves size isn’t everything with historic rebounding surge

The Minnesota Timberwolves may have sacrificed size this offseason, but their first two games suggest they gained something even more valuable: relentless physicality.

NBA News / HITC / October 24

Minnesota Timberwolves duo ‘a match made in heaven’, says former NFL star Robert Griffin III

The Minnesota Timberwolves continued their unbeaten start to the season on Friday when they saw off the Orlando Magic. Fresh off the back of beating the Miami Heat, the Timberwolves secured a 115-93 win over the Magic in their second game of the campaign.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 24

3 Things We Learned About Timberwolves After Second Game of Season

For the first time since 2021, the Timberwolves have begun a new season with a 2-0 record. After they dismantled the Heat 131-106 in their season opener Wednesday, the Timberwolves did the same to the Magic on Friday, winning 115-93.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 23

Timberwolves cruise past Magic to sweep Florida road trip

Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels scored 15 points apiece, and the Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 115-93 win over the host Orlando Magic on Friday night.

Jaden McDaniels News / Fadeaway World / October 22

Jaden McDaniels Admits He Didn’t Want To Be Drafted By Timberwolves: 'They Was Just Bad'

The Minnesota Timberwolves appear to be one of the most exciting teams in the NBA this season. With the backcourt duo of Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball leading the team, the Wolves can even be considered contenders.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / October 22

Jonathan Kuminga thriving in new role

Jonathan Kuminga chose the Minnesota Timberwolves for a chance at a featured role. One game into the season, it’s looking like a great choice.

Which NBA stars are close to breaking records, passing milestones this season?

Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball shine in win over Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Heat

The 'Youngest 30-point playoff scorers' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Bring Me The Sports / October 21

Timberwolves' new-look roster looks terrifying in season-opening blowout

Depth and strong guard play are essential in the NBA, and the Timberwolves showed they have plenty of both in a 131-106 rout of the Miami Heat on Wednesday night to open the season.

Antonio Reeves News / Hoops Rumors / October 21

Antonio Reeves Signs With Partizan Belgrade

Former NBA second-round pick Antonio Reeves will continue his playing career overseas, having signed a contract with KK Partizan, the Serbian team announced today (via Twitter).

Jaden McDaniels News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Timberwolves sign key player to surprising new deal

The Minnesota Timberwolves are covering their bases when it comes to Jaden McDaniels. McDaniels was set to enter the season with three more years on his current contract and over $84 million in guaranteed money.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / October 18

Timberwolves waive Drew Timme, Enrique Freeman, three others

The Timberwolves have waived Enrique Freeman, Antonio Reeves, KJ Martin, Norchad Omier and Drew Timme, the team announced. Freeman’s release opens a two-way roster spot that Minnesota intends to leave available while evaluating players cut elsewhere, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.