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Former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr. Earns First NBA Playoffs Action vs. Lakers
Terrence Shannon Jr.’s rookie campaign with the Minnesota Timberwolves has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. After he was picked 27th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft out of Illinois, Shannon joined a roster loaded chock full of experienced and talented guards.
NBA Playoffs Outlook for Former Illinois Guard Terrence Shannon Jr.
For a certain type of basketball fan – someone with Illinois allegiances but who also rocks with the NBA – it has been a bit of a tough season. Whether
NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 7
Wolves upgrade Terrence Shannon Jr.'s status; Damian Lillard remains out for Bucks
Terrence Shannon Jr. has missed the Minnesota Timberwolves' past five games with a groin injury, but Shannon could be turning a corner as his status was upgraded to questionable ahead of Tuesday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
The '2023-24 NBA playoff points-per-game leaders' quiz
Can you name every player to average at least 17.0 PPG in the 2024 NBA playoffs?
Anthony Edwards on Former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr.: 'He Be Busting My Butt'
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is a three-time NBA All-Star currently averaging 27.2 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.6 assists this season. As for Edwards' teammate and former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr.?
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Draft on SI / March 2
Timberwolves: Terrence Shannon Jr. Is Quickly Establishing Himself
As he entered the 2024 NBA Draft, Terrence Shannon Jr. was among the most NBA-ready prospects in the class. The then-23-year-old, was coming off a decorated, five-season college career for both Texas Tech and Illinois.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Draft on SI / February 28
Minnesota Timberwolves Rookie Continue to Flash Post All-Star Break
At the NBA All-Star break is in the rearview mirror, teams are continuing to jostle for NBA Playoff positioning. The Minnesota Timberwolves are in a quest to make it out of the NBA Play-in tournament, with a 32-28 record, they sit a game back of the No.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / February 28
Former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr. Rocks Huge Slam in Another Career Night
Terrence Shannon Jr.’s total NBA points through Feb. 1? Fifteen. Shannon’s point total Thursday night? Twenty-five. Until very recently, Shannon had bounced
NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / February 25
Timberwolves Rookies Come Up Big in Win Against Thunder
Heading into the fourth quarter trailing by 22 points, the Minnesota Timberwolves were able to pull off the stunning comeback victory in overtime spearheaded by their two first-round draft picks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 25
Watch: Anthony Edwards' game-saving block seals massive T-Wolves comeback
The Oklahoma City Thunder have the NBA's top defense. Monday night, last season's top defense put the clamps on the Thunder as they completed a 25-point comeback in OT.
NBA News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / February 19
Terrence Shannon Jr. Turns Upside-Down Moment Into Charitable Merch
After Illinois met No. 11 Michigan State on Saturday in Champaign, blowing a 16-point lead before getting turned on its ear in a 79-65 defeat, all anyone could talk about was another pratfall: The Illini's upside-down banner blunder.
Former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr. Pays Tribute to Michigan State's Tom Izzo
Saturday night wasn't the picture-perfect night Terrence Shannon Jr. might have envisioned for himself – and rightfully deserved. After last season leading
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 18
Terrence Shannon Jr. turns jersey retirement flub into a way to help community
Terrence Shannon Jr.'s jersey retirement at Illinois didn't go according to plan, but he's using it as a chance to do good. The Minnesota Timberwolves rookie returned to Champaign, Ill., on Saturday as the Illini retired his No.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / February 16
Illinois screws up banner for Terrence Shannon Jr.'s jersey retirement
Terrence Shannon Jr. will be forever remembered in Champaign, Ill. Shannon's jersey retirement at Illinois won't soon be forgotten either. Shannon returned to Champaign on Saturday to see his jersey lifted up into the rafters at State Farm Center.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / February 14
Former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr. Cracks Minnesota Timberwolves' Rotation
After flip-flopping between the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves and the franchise's G-League affiliate Iowa Wolves, rookie guard Terrence Shannon Jr. has finally worked his way into the Timberwolves' rotation.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Field Level Media / January 13
Wolves G Terrence Shannon Jr. (foot) out 2-4 weeks
Minnesota Timberwolves rookie guard Terrence Shannon Jr. is out 2-4 weeks with a foot injury, the team said Monday. Shannon injured his right foot during a game with NBA G League affiliate Iowa on Saturday.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / November 23
Timberwolves recall Terrence Shannon Jr. from G League
The Minnesota Timberwolves have recalled guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. from the G League, the team announced on Saturday. The rookie was assigned to the Iowa Wolves on Tuesday, playing two games with the G League affiliate.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / November 19
Timberwolves assign Terrence Shannon Jr. to G League
Minnesota Timberwolves rookie guard-forward Terrence Shannon Jr. has been assigned to the team's G League affiliate Iowa Wolves on Tuesday. Shannon, 24, hasn't seen much time on the court so far this season, appearing in four games and averaging 3.7 minutes played.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Armchair Illini / September 13
Former Illinois Basketball Star Terrence Shannon Jr. to Sue Douglas county DA/PD
Per multiple sources, former Illinois Basketball star, Terrence Shannon Jr. and his mother, Treanette Reading, will be suing the Douglas County District Attorney and Police Department.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Sports Fan / July 13
What in the GTA is Tattooed on Terrence Shannon Jr’s Forearm?
How much do you love you your favorite video game? Probably not as much as Minnesota Timberwolves rookie, Terrence Shannon Jr, who they picked No. 27 overall in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Armchair Illini / July 10
Terrence Shannon Striving to 'Win The Whole League'
Former Illinois basketball star, Terrence Shannon Jr, told the Timberwolves media that he “wants to win the whole league”. After being selected 27th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA Draft, Terrence Shannon Jr is on the grind in hopes of dominating the NBA Summer League.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / July 8
Wolves sign first-round picks to rookie contracts
At the very least, the team’s lottery pick should get a chance to earn rotation minutes and provide some scoring punch off the bench.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Yardbarker / June 14
LeBron James offers high praise for NBA prospect following rape aquittal
LeBron James posted on social media on Friday, praising and offering support for Terrence Shannon Jr.
Illinois coach tweets support for Terrence Shannon Jr. with viral photo
Illinois guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. was found not guilty of felony rape and aggravated sexual assault on Thursday, a verdict that prompted an outpouring of support from a number of friends and supporters.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / June 13
Former Illinois Basketball Players Tweet Support of Terrence Shannon Jr.
After stunning details surfaced regarding the case of Terrence Shannon Jr surfaced, a number of former Illinois Basketball players tweeted out their support of the Illinois Basketball star.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / May 10
Court Sets Trial Date for Terrence Shannon Jr
Illinois Basketball star, Terrence Shannon Jr, appeared in a court in Kansas for his preliminary hearing today on May 10th. Last week, WCIA News and IlliniGuys both reported that Shannon Jr’s lawyers claimed that there was no DNA evidence from their client.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 29, 2024
Terrence Shannon Jr., Illinois outlast Iowa State
BOSTON -- Terrence Shannon Jr. poured in 29 points and third-seeded Illinois held off a second-half rally to earn a 72-69 victory over second-seeded Iowa State on Thursday night in a battle of East Region teams in the Sweet 16.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 26, 2024
Terrence Shannon Jr., Illinois take on Iowa State's D in Sweet 16
BOSTON -- If Iowa State wants to reach the Elite Eight for the first time since 2000, it will have to find a way to get through Terrence Shannon Jr. Shannon is a perfect 6-0 against the Cyclones, and he will have a chance to improve that record on Thursday when Illinois and Iowa State meet in a battle of East Region teams in the Sweet 16.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 22, 2024
Draft stock up, down after first day of March Madness
There's not always a link between NCAA Tournament performance and draft positioning, but it's still important when a college prospect delivers during March Madness.
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