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We're always working to come up with new story ideas here at Timberwolves On SI, and we may have peaked with our organically grown "Wolves in 5" rhymes. Here are 20 to get you hyped for the Western Conference Finals between the Wolves and Oklahoma City Thunder.
1. Chet Holmgren, Dolph Lundgren, Channing Tatum, Wolves in 5
2. SGA, NSA, PDA, Wolves in 5
3. Tornado warning, Paul Hornung, Shai's hair corning, Wolves in 5
4. SGA MVP, Ant from three, Chet's skinny knees, Wolves in 5
5. Gilgeous, Jesus, believe this, Wolves in 5
6. Hard knocks, boondocks, Chet's high socks, Wolves in 5
7. Chet Holmgren, Mike Holmgren, Paul Holmgren, Wolves in 5
8. Lu Dort, short shorts, contagious warts, Wolves in 5
9. Chet’s too skinny, JDub’s a ninny, Ant’s in Minny, Wolves in 5
10. Shai’s a flopper, Jaden’s a stopper, Julius is NO LONGER a playoff dropper, Wolves in 5
11. Shai traveling, Thunder unraveling, Ant's packing, Wolves in 5
12. Showtime, Busta Rhymes, Vanilla Ice, Wolves in 5
13. Aaron Wiggins, Andrew Wiggins, Candice Wiggins, Wolves in 5
14. Alex Caruso, Glenn Caruso, David Caruso, Robinson Crusoe, Wolves in 5
15. Rudy Gobert, Caruso no hair, Ant's flair, Wolves in 5
16. Einstein, Hartenstein, Marc Stein, Wolves in 5
17. Daigneault, dag nabbit, goddammit, Wolves in 5
18. Thunder, over-under, what's the number, Wolves in 5
19. Minnehaha Academy, Minneapolis hospitality, OKC tragedy, Wolves in 5
20. Wolves surgin', world observin', free-throw merchant, Wolves in 5
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The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz
Kyle Lowry checked in for the end of the Philadelphia 76ers 129-105 victory over the Brooklyn Nets and he joined an elite group once he stepped on the hardwood. The Villanova product and former 24th-overall pick in the 2006 NBA draft became the 12th player in NBA history to play in 20 NBA seasons. It was Lowry’s first game action of the season for the 5-1 Sixers, and the Philadelphia-native made his lone field goal attempt in garbage time. “Who would have thought it for Kyle Lowry 20 years ago, right?” said head coach Nick Nurse after the win. While Lowry doesn’t have much of a role on the floor for Philadelphia at this stage of his career, Nurse said he’s still a valuable asset to the team. “He’s done a great job being part of our leadership group,” Nurse said of Lowry. “When the players are pulling for him out there, you can tell he’s well-liked and well-respected.” Which brings us to today’s quiz. How many of the 12 NBA players to play in at least 20 seasons can you name in five minutes? Good luck! Did you like this quiz? Are there any quizzes you’d like to see us make in the future? Let us know your thoughts at quizzes@yardbarker.com, and make sure to subscribe to our Quiz of the Day Newsletter for daily quizzes sent right to your email!
Matt LaFleur spills the beans on what the Packers really plan to do ahead of the NFL trade deadline
The Green Bay Packers don't tend to be the most active team ahead of trade deadlines. Since general manager Brian Gutekunst took over in 2018, he's never acquired a player in the week leading up to the deadline — on the other hand, he's sold Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, Ty Montgomery, Rasul Douglas, and Preston Smith. However, Gutekunst did consider some trades — most notably, wide receiver Will Fuller back in 2020. Ultimately, the price requested by the Houston Texans wasn't right. This is mostly how the Packers will process things ahead of Tuesday's deadline. The roster is good enough The Packers already made two trades right before the season, acquiring Micah Parsons and Darian Kinnard. Asked about potential moves on Monday, head coach Matt LaFleur mentioned that the team doesn't need to add more players to be competitive, but the front office is making sure to evaluate opportunities. "I don't think so, not necessarily," LaFleur said about the need to add pieces. "I know Gutey and the rest of the guys upstairs are doing a great job of looking for things that could potentially help us, and if the right decision is there, I’ve got full confidence he’ll make it." Gutekunst and LaFleur have a close relationship, and the big roster decisions go through both of them, even though the GM has the final call. "We're in constant communication about everything," LaFleur added. While cornerback and defensive tackle were arguably the biggest needs on the roster, the tight end room also became thin with Tucker Kraft's season-ending knee injury. Right now, the only two TEs on the roster are Luke Musgrave and John FitzPatrick — Josh Whyle is on the practice squad and could be promoted or elevated. The trade deadline is at 3 p.m. (CT) on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Don't expect big moves from the Packers, but something might happen — and as always, only if the price is right. This article was originally published on A to Z Sports Green Bay, as "Matt LaFleur spills the beans on what the Packers really plan to do ahead of the NFL trade deadline."
Dolphins' Mike McDaniel Reveals Tua Tagovailoa Decision Before Bills Game
Through nine weeks of the NFL season, the Miami Dolphins have been one of the worst teams in the league. Following the team's 28-6 Week 9 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night, the Dolphins have fallen to 2-7 on the year, and have seemingly already laid the groundwork for a total rebuild. One day after the loss, the Dolphins announced that they had fired general manager Chris Grier. A change in power at the GM role indicates that no one on the roster is safe moving forward, as whoever is brought in will have ties or allegiances with the current regime. One person who many believed could be at risk of losing his job is quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. The Pro Bowl quarterback has been a shell of his former self this season, throwing for 1,779 yards with 15 touchdowns and 11 picks through nine games. For reference, Tagovailoa's previous career high in interceptions came in 2023, when he threw 14 in 17 games. Head coach Mike McDaniel benched Tagovailoa in the team's Oct. 19 loss to the Cleveland Browns after he threw three interceptions and lost a fumble, turning to rookie quarterback Quinn Ewers. While calls have been growing again for Tagovailoa to be sent to the bench once and for all, McDaniel confirmed that he's not entertaining that idea at this time. When speaking to the media on Monday ahead of the team's Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills (6-2), McDaniels confirmed he is not anywhere close to making that decision at this time. "I am far from even going down that direction of would've, could've possible things," McDaniel said. "We have a football game against the Buffalo Bills that we are certain that Tua gives us the best chance to win and we have to approach our jobs with diligence. We have to execute and Tua knows that heavy is crown that of being a franchise quarterback." According to ESPN BET, the Bills have opened as 8.5-point favorites. While Miami looks to stay afloat on the season, the Bills are coming off of a monster win over Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, as they look to make a Super Bowl run this season. As for the Dolphins, they haven't beaten the Bills since 2022, and are 1-9 against them in their last 10. Tagovailoa has been far from spectacular this season, but is clearly being given some grace by McDaniel. With that being said, the Dolphins have a bye in a couple of weeks, and it does cause one to wonder if that is when the Dolphins would end up benching the former Alabama star if things don't turn around.
Dallas Cowboys vs. Arizona Cardinals: Inactives for Week 9 matchup
The Dallas Cowboys (3-4-1) have released their inactives for the Week 9 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals (2-5). Dallas will be missing a few key players and shared the final update on a key offensive lineman. Ahead of the Monday night contest, the Cowboys activated center Cooper Beebe off the reserve/injured-designated to return list. Beebe was listed as questionable for the game and has not played since suffering an ankle injury in Week 2 against the New York Giants. Another injury move the Cowboys made on Monday was placing linebacker Jack Sanborn on injured reserve. He suffered a concussion in Week 5 against the New York Jets and had a groin injury in the game against the Denver Broncos last week. With Sanborn being placed on injured reserve, the Cowboys elevated running back Malik Davis from the practice squad to the active roster. Additionally, Dallas elevated DB Zion Childress and TE Princeton Fant from the practice squad for Monday night’s game against the Cardinals. The Cowboys might be dealing with injuries, but they are in need of wins since they are on the outside looking in when it comes the playoffs. Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb believes the Cowboys can turn things around with a win against the Cardinals. “As for us, as a team, I know we all have the same mind. We’re all very understanding of what’s going on, and the situation that we’re in. We’re putting ourselves in it,” Lamb said, per Mickey Spagnola of Dallas Cowboys.com. “So urgency, nah, it’s always been there to win a couple of games back-to-back and continue on that road. … But I feel we haven’t done that yet. I feel if we start here this weekend on Monday night with a win, bye week, then come off the bye week ready to roll.” Dallas Cowboys Week 9 inactives S Alijah Clark RB Jaydon Blue DT Mazi Smith S Donovan Wilson OL Ajani Cornelius WR Jonathan Mingo OL Hakeem Adeniji Arizona Cardinals Week 9 inactives QB Kyler Murray CB Elijah Jones LB Xavier Thomas OL Demontrey Jacobs OL Josh Fryar DL Bilal Nichols
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