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On YouTubeMinnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / December 10
Chris Finch addresses why Terrence Shannon Jr.'s minutes have waned
This was expected to be a breakout second season for Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr., who looked poised to be the primary beneficiary of Nickeil Alexander-Walker's offseason departure.
NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / December 8
Wolves could be without Anthony Edwards, Terrence Shannon Jr. against Phoenix
An illness has struck Anthony Edwards and Terrence Shannon Jr. ahead of the Timberwolves' Monday night game against the Phoenix Suns. Both players were added to the team's injury report on Monday morning, with Ant-Man and TSJ now listed as questionable ahead of the 6:30 p.m.
NBA News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 29
Former Illini in NBA: Latest on Kasparas Jakucionis, Terrence Shannon Jr., Others
Illinois has produced a handful of NBA-caliber players over the past few years – two of which are already well-established rotation players in the Chicago
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 24
Timberwolves guard nearing return after three-week injury absence
Timberwolves second-year guard Terrence Shannon Jr. has been out for the last three weeks, but he's nearing a return and could be back in action as soon as Monday night's game in Sacramento.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / October 29
Off to quiet start, Wolves sophomore guard vows to be more aggressive
Terrence Shannon Jr. is off to a quiet four-game start to what many expect to be a be a breakout second season for the Timberwolves' lefty guard. He hopes to change that as soon as Wednesday night's game against the Lakers.
NBA News / Stadium Rant / October 21
3 NBA Breakout Candidates Ahead Of The 2025-2026 Season
With the 2025-2026 NBA season upon us, a summer of injuries, roster changes, and speculation will completely change how we view teams, individual players, and the landscape of the league.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / October 18
Timberwolves exercise options on former first-round picks
The Minnesota Timberwolves have picked up the third-year options for guards Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr., the team announced in a press release.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
Timberwolves player who will shock world with breakout 2025-26 season
As the Timberwolves’ 2025-26 season approaches, one player who was a virtual non-factor for much of last season suddenly looks poised to shock the NBA with a breakout campaign: Terrence Shannon Jr.
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.
Illinois Basketball's Best of the Century: No. 5 Terrence Shannon Jr.
Today marks another entry in our ongoing Illinois on SI "Best of the Century" series featuring the top 10 Illini players over the past 25 years. In our selection process, we considered individual production, career length (must have played at least two seasons since 2000), team accomplishments and intangibles.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Draft on SI / August 12
Terrence Shannon Jr. Breakout Could be Key to Timberwolves’ Success
At the 2024 NBA Draft, guard Terrence Shannon Jr. heard name after name before finally hearing his. He’d been one of the best players in the country in his fifth collegiate season, his second year with Illinois, averaging a white-hot 23.0 points per game.
Wolves' Terrence Shannon Jr. makes NBA All-Summer League first team
Timberwolves second-year guard Terrence Shannon Jr. has been named to the NBA's All-Summer League first team, the league announced on Tuesday. He's joined by the Kings' Nique Clifford, the Spurs' David Jones-Garcia, the Clippers' Jordan Miller, and MVP Kyle Filipowski of the Utah Jazz.
NBA Summer League Grades for Illinois Alums: Minnesota Timberwolves' Terrence Shannon Jr.
Illinois on SI is grading the performance of every former Illini in the 2025 NBA Summer League (minus Quincy Guerrier, who played only six minutes). In the second of five entries, we assess Terence Shannon Jr.’s performance in his initial NBA action.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Draft on SI / July 20
Why Terrence Shannon Jr. Could Tilt the Western Conference This Season
Following two consecutive seasons in which the Minnesota Timberwolves have been eliminated in the Western Conference Finals, a breakthrough season is the hope for the franchise.
Terrence Shannon Jr.'s Work Ethic Impresses Former MLB Star Alex Rodriguez
To make it to the highest level of most sports requires a certain build or a baseline level of reflexes or athleticism, or some combination of all of the above.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 18
Timberwolves dodged a bullet with rejected superstar trade
The Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly had a huge trade proposal in place for Kevin Durant. They're fortunate that Durant wasn't interested.
Terrence Shannon Jr. Leads Timberwolves to Third Straight NBA Summer League Victory
As the familiar adage goes, you learn something new every day. Today, the NBA world learned that Summer League Terrence Shannon Jr. is – contrary to popular belief – not invincible. Although the former Illini wing managed a game-high 24 points, he coughed up the rock a startling seven times.
Former Illini Terrence Shannon Jr. Shines in 2025 NBA Summer League Debut
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Nope, it’s just Terrence Shannon Jr. flying down the lane. That thunderous coast-to-coast jam you can watch above – which served as the nail in the coffin for the New Orleans Pelicans – was just two of Shannon’s 20 points.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Summer League Coach Expects Terrence Shannon Jr. To Be Timberwolves' Top Scorer
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a promising 2025 Summer League campaign ahead, which is headlined by returning sophomores Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / May 31
Terrence Shannon Jr. Reacts To The Timberwolves' Impact On Him As A Rookie
The Minnesota Timberwolves are competing at the highest level of the NBA, which means their depth is tested every game. For most of the season, they ran a primary rotation of eight players, but they always needed more players to help them. That is where Terrence Shannon Jr.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Draft on SI / May 26
Timberwolves' Terrence Shannon Jr.’s Playoff Impact Shows Value of Older Draft Picks
With the Minnesota Timberwolves’ backs against the wall, they received an unlikely spark from rookie Terrence Shannon Jr. Down 2-0 to the Western Conference one-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota built a 20-point lead in the first quarter.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Draft on SI / May 25
Terrence Shannon Jr. Right Move For Timberwolves In West Finals
The Minnesota Timberwolves are taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. This is the Timberwolves second straight trip to this big stage and they aim for their first NBA Finals bid in franchise history.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Sports Fan / July 13, 2024
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 / Hoops Rumors / July 8, 2024
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, 2024
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 Fighting Illini News / Yardbarker / June 14, 2024
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.
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