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It’s been quite a while since a preseason storyline completely hijacked the fanbase quite like the Timberwolves’ backup point guard conundrum. Our SBNation Reacts question this week was supposed to be a simple poll.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Timberwolves Make Lineup Decision Before First Game of the Season

On Wednesday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves will get their 2025-26 season underway with a road game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The Timberwolves are hoping for an MVP-caliber season out of Anthony Edwards, who led the team with 27.6 points per game during the 2024-25 season.

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The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA 40-point, 15-rebound game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA debut scoring leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'Three Point Era 30-point game leaders' quiz

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / October 22

Wolves to start DiVincenzo, move Conley to bench

Donte DiVincenzo will open the 2025/26 season as the Timberwolves‘ starting point guard, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). The move means that veteran point guard Mike Conley will shift to a bench role, though he’ll remain a “vital piece” for the team, according to Haynes.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / October 16

Mike Conley wants Timberwolves players to do what he did not take ‘time to grasp’ with Grizzlies

Mike Conley and the Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off back-to-back appearances in the Western Conference Finals. The Minnesota Timberwolves had another long, incredible postseason run but they unfortunately fell short to the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / HITC / October 7

Mike Conley says whole Timberwolves camp buzzing over ‘refreshing’ new teammate

There is plenty of reason for the Timberwolves to be positive, especially after the addition of exciting rookie Joan Beringer in the draft. The Timberwolves have made it to the Western Conference Finals two years running, but now they need to figure out how to take that next step.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / October 5

Mike Conley says ‘everybody in the building’ is excited about Minnesota Timberwolves player, who is ‘very refreshing’

The Minnesota Timberwolves are aiming for a big 2025-26 season, and they have a real X-factor on their roster. After reaching the Western Conference Finals two successive years, the Minnesota Timberwolves have to try and build to reach the next level.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / October 1

Takeaways from Timberwolves Media Day Part 2: Defense and the Young Pups

The vibes at 2025 Media Day for the Minnesota Timberwolves were in a good spot. It was a relaxing offseason that saw little roster drama while most players spent much of their summers in Minnesota For Mike Conley, the best part of his offseason was hitting his first-ever hole-in-one on the golf course.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / October 1

Mike Conley says Timberwolves players are making a specific ‘uncomfortable’ demand to Anthony Edwards

Mike Conley reveals what the Minnesota Timberwolves are asking Anthony Edwards to do on the defensive end next season. The Minnesota Timberwolves will be more reliant on Anthony Edwards than ever before heading into the 2025-26 NBA season.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / September 23

Three questions the Timberwolves must answer to take the next step

The Minnesota Timberwolves are in the middle of the most successful period in the history of their franchise. They've gone to the Western Conference Finals two years in a row, losing in five games each time.

NBA teams avoiding tax apron viewed as biggest offseason storyline

Ranking the No. 1 overall NBA Draft picks of the 21st century

The 'Most made three-pointers by NBA season' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / August 15

Timberwolves Looking To Add Veteran Guard, Several Names In Consideration

The Minnesota Timberwolves aren’t finished building out their roster just yet. With one spot still open, the team is reportedly eyeing a veteran guard to provide depth behind Mike Conley and rookie Rob Dillingham.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / July 22

Should Mike Conley Return to the Memphis Grizzlies?

With Damian Lillard returning to Portland and Chris Paul rejoining the Clippers, the NBA appears to be embracing a nostalgic trend of stars returning to where it all began.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Summer League Timberwolves Gets Honest About Mike Conley's Influence On Them

The Minnesota Timberwolves just won their first NBA Summer League game against the New Orleans Pelicans. It was an impressive performance, particularly from Joan Beringer.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Timberwolves Exploring Trade for Potential Mike Conley Replacement

The Minnesota Timberwolves are a team that has been relatively quiet regarding offseason trades. Their most significant moves included re-signing Naz Reid and Julius Randle, as well as drafting French center Joan Beringer and Australian center Rocco Zikarsky.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Mike Conley Jr. Has A Significant Impact On Rob Dillingham's Long-Term Career

Rob Dillingham is set for a massive 2025-26 season, as the Minnesota Timberwolves are trusting him to become a vital player in the system. Everyone knows

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 28

Timberwolves' inconsistent offense hurts them again in Game 5

The Minnesota Timberwolves have an All-Star in Anthony Edwards, former All-Stars Julius Randle and Mike Conley and 2024 Sixth Man of the Year Naz Reid. Still, their offense has had bad stretches in these playoffs — historically bad ones.

Watch: Cason Wallace puts exclamation point on dominant opening quarter

Charles Barkley shuts down talk of Anthony Edwards being ‘face of the NBA’

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Michael Jordan in elite company

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The '2023-24 NBA playoff points-per-game leaders' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / May 20

18-year NBA veteran seeks to play at least two mores seasons

He is aiming to play 20 NBA seasons. He’ll make $10.7M next season in the final year of his contract.

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The 'Most all-time points for each NBA franchise' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / May 8

Timberwolves React to Mike Conley Announcement Before Warriors Game 2

The No. 6 seed Minnesota Timberwolves trail the No. 7 seed Golden State Warriors 0-1 following Tuesday night's Game 1 loss at the Target Center. On Thursday evening, the Timberwolves will look to tie the series up at 1-1 before heading to the Chase Center for Game 3.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Conley Gives Honest Admission About ESPN's 10-0 Call Motivating The Timberwolves

Before the 2025 Playoffs even started, the Minnesota Timberwolves were the big underdogs in their series against the Los Angeles Lakers. This even included ESPN's 10 experts picking the Lakers to win.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Playing Conley Could Be A Problem For The Timberwolves

Mike Conley Jr. has been one of the league's most reliable point guards over the past two decades. He has always been superb with his playmaking and defense, even as he grew older.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / March 4

Wolves' Mike Conley makes up for a turnover with some magic in win over 76ers

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley appeared to have a clean path to the basket when he attempted to kick the ball out, instead resulting in a turnover during the third quarter of Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 23

Mike Conley to miss second straight game, ruled out against Celtics

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley will miss his second straight game with a left great toe sprain as the team ruled him out on Saturday ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden in Boston.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / September 12, 2024

Three questions facing Minnesota Timberwolves ahead of 2024-25 season

The Minnesota Timberwolves were knocking on the door of the NBA Finals in the spring. What will determine whether they can break on through to that final stage this coming season?

Five NBA rookies poised to make instant impacts

Biggest question facing each NBA Western Conference team

The highest-paid players for the 2023-24 NBA season

The 'NBA Defensive Player of the Year' quiz

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / June 6, 2024

Mike Conley Jr.: 'I would be surprised' if Timberwolves break up core

After falling short in the Western Conference finals, many are wondering if the Timberwolves will make any changes this offseason. Point guard Mike Conley Jr.