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Donte DiVincenzo Will Miss His EuroBasket Stint With The Italian National Team

The summer of 2025 was supposed to be a big one for Donte DiVincenzo and the Italian national team. He was set to be the star player for the national team, as he would have represented the country for the first time in his career.

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What’s Next For Italy, Wolves Following Donte DiVincenzo Injury?

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo was just a month away from accomplishing his goal of playing for Italy’s national basketball team. However, he’ll have to wait a little longer to realize that dream.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / July 30

Wolves' Donte DiVincenzo to miss EuroBasket for Italy

Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo was granted Italian citizenship on a sporting basis earlier this month to participate with Italy’s national team in international events.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Viral Article Confuses Donte DiVincenzo's Athleticism With Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic has become a familiar name for Minnesota Timberwolves fans over the years. In the past two seasons, Minnesota has played against Doncic and his team in the postseason.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / July 29

Former Timberwolves executive reportedly named president of Mavericks

Ethan Casson was the Timberwolves and Lynx CEO for nine years before stepping down following the sale of both franchises this year. He has since been named the president of the Dallas Mavericks, according to a post on X from The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski on Tuesday.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 29

1 final move Minnesota Timberwolves must make to complete 2025 NBA offseason

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into the 2025 offseason not with a splashy rebuild or aggressive pivot, but a clear, measured plan: retain core talent, reinforce team chemistry, and maintain their upward trajectory.

Rudy Gobert News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert Goes Viral With Offseason Workouts With Shooting Coach

Rudy Gobert has always been known as a defensive juggernaut. It is hard to deny his prowess on that side of the floor, as he has four Defensive Player of the Year awards under his belt.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hardwood Heroics / July 29

'Get That Outside Noise Under Control' – Minnesota Timberwolves Star Has a Kryptonite According to Gilbert Arenas

There’s no doubt that Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves is one of the top young stars in the NBA. With his natural scoring prowess and outstanding athleticism, fans love watching Edwards whenever he’s on the court.

Joan Beringer News / NBA Draft on SI / July 28

Joan Beringer Offers Exciting Upside for Timberwolves

At the 2025 NBA Draft, the Minnesota Timberwolves made the surprise move to select a center, grabbing Joan Beringer of Cedevita Olimpija at No. 17. At 6-foot-11 with a 7-foot-4 wingspan, Beringer is a highly developmental center prospect, seeing a fairly raw game right now on both ends.

Rudy Gobert News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28

Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert roasted for shooting workout

The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking for ways to get past the Western Conference roadblock that has done them in each of the last two postseasons. Rudy Gobert remains one of the league’s elite defensive anchors, but a recent video circulating on social media suggested that the French star may be looking to expand his offensive game.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28

1 undrafted Timberwolves 2025 Summer League player who could make roster

The Minnesota Timberwolves went to Las Vegas this summer knowing they already had a loaded frontcourt rotation. Rudy Gobert, Naz Reid, and a pair of new draft picks have made the position one of the deepest in the league.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / July 28

The Timberwolves Front Office Believes The Young Players Will Contribute

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set for a massive 2025-26 season. Expectations are high, but they are rolling out mostly the same team from the 2024-25 campaign.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / July 28

Minnesota Timberwolves’ biggest additions for the 2025-26 season could come from within

The Minnesota Timberwolves will be looking to retain their status as a viable contender in 2025-26. After reaching the Western Conference Finals in successive years, the Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to go one better.

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Rudy Gobert News / The Spun / July 27

Shaq Admits He '(Expletive) Hates' 1 Prominent NBA Star

If you thought there was valor amongst the NBA's big men, it certainly doesn't seem to apply to Shaq and Rudy Gobert. On this week's episode of "The Big Podcast," Shaquille O'Neal went on an expletive-laced rant about the four-time Defensive Player of the Year.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / July 27

Richard Jefferson fires back at Shaq’s take on Rudy Gobert’s HOF case ‘Congratulations, you will be wearing a dress’

Shaquille O’Neal went viral with a moment on his podcast firing shots at Rudy Gobert. The three-time Finals MVP scoffed at the idea of Gobert reaching the Hall of Fame.

Rudy Gobert News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert Shown Training After Shaq Sounds Off

Shaquille O'Neal's bold comments may or may not have resonated with Minnesota Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert, who appears dedicated to self-improvement during the offseason.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / July 27

Kendrick Perkins calls out Shaquille O’Neal for his comments on Rudy Gobert’s earnings, ‘Rudy is not you bro…’

Kendrick Perkins has given his opinion on another one of Shaquille O’Neal’s rants directed at Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert. The four-time Defensive Player of the Year has been the subject of criticism from Shaquille O’Neal several times in the past.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Minnesota Timberwolves Coach Set To Stay Amidst New York Knicks Interest

The New York Knicks were sniffing around the Minnesota Timberwolves' coaching staff for the third time in the 2025 offseason in the past week. Unfortunately for the Knicks, the third time was not the charm, as Pablo Prigioni will remain as an assistant coach for the Timberwolves.

Rudy Gobert News / Ball Exclusives / July 26

Watch: Rudy Gobert Working On Footwork With ‘Lethal Shooter’

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert is one of the more polarizing players in the NBA. While he’s one of the best interior defenders of our generation, he’s often scrutinized for his limited offensive skillset.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 26

Why Timberwolves assistant spurned Knicks to remain with Minnesota

Veteran assistant coach Pablo Prigioni has decided to remain with the Timberwolves amid interest from the Knicks.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25

Shaq takes another profane shot at Rudy Gobert

Shaquille O’Neal is going back to a favorite pastime of his. The retired Basketball Hall of Famer O’Neal drew attention this week by taking another profane shot at Minnesota Timberwolves big man Rudy Gobert.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Last Word On Sports / July 20

Timberwolves Trio Needs to Parlay Summer Success to NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off back-to-back Western Conference Finals. They have one of the brightest young stars in the league, two-time All-NBA guard Anthony Edwards.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / July 18

Timberwolves’ new owners prepared to continue paying tax

After paying a franchise-record $90.4MM in luxury tax penalties last season, the Timberwolves are now under new ownership. But the transfer from Glen Taylor to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez won’t make the team any less inclined to pay a tax bill, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic.