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Meet the NBA's next generation of stars

The next generation of NBA superstars are no longer on the rise. They have arrived. Of course, Kevin Durant, LeBron James and Stephen Curry still grab the spotlight and headlines, but they are well into their 30s. It’s safe to say all three are approaching the descent of their Hall

Jun 09

2020-21 NBA Rookie of the Year cases for all three finalists

When the NBA finally held its postponed 2020 draft Nov. 18, the group of prospects wasn’t looked at fondly. It was described as weaker than most of the recent draft classes with a lack of top-tier talent behind LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards and James Wiseman. Like most years claiming to

Jun 07

2020-21 Minnesota Timberwolves season awards

There’s no way around it -- the Minnesota Timberwolves had a very, very strange 2020-21 season. Injuries, suspensions, COVID-19 outbreaks, a coaching change -- it all added up to a 23-49 record, the sixth-worst mark the NBA. That being said, Minnesota finished the campaign by going 9-7 in its final

May 27

Responding to lawsuit, Taylor insists Wolves will remain in Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS — Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor expressed confidence Thursday that the NBA franchise will remain in Minnesota after it is sold, responding to a federal lawsuit against him by one of his investors alleging breach of contract. Taylor, who also owns the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, recently finalized an agreement to

May 27

Wolves guard Edwards named finalist for 2020-21 NBA Rookie of the Year

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was named a finalist for the 2020-21 Rookie of the Year award, the NBA announced Thursday night. Edwards, who was the top pick of the 2020 draft, will go up against Charlotte guard LaMelo Ball (No. 3 pick) and Sacramento guard Tyrese Haliburton (No. 12)

May 21

Twins’ Cruz now tied for 50th place in MLB home run record book

Nelson Cruz, Twins designated hitter (⬆️ UP) In another uninspiring performance by Minnesota’s offense Wednesday, Cruz provided the team’s only two hits in a 2-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Cruz’s solo shot in the third inning was the 40-year-old’s 10th of the season and 427th of his career,

May 19

Wolves' Edwards earns third straight rookie of the month award

For the third time this season, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was named the Western Conference’s Rookie of the Month, receiving the award for his efforts in May. Edwards wrapped up his stellar rookie campaign with another dominate month, averaging 27.0 points on 52.8% shooting, including 40.6% from three, 5.5

May 18

Strong finish has Timberwolves looking forward to 2021-22

MINNEAPOLIS — More than a year after acquiring D'Angelo Russell as the pick-and-roll initiator for pal Karl-Anthony Towns, the Minnesota Timberwolves finally closed this season with a full month of games that both halves of their star pairing were available to play in. Their biggest takeaway from the longest stretch

May 17

Rookie Edwards makes himself room in top trio for T-wolves

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — More than a year after acquiring D'Angelo Russell as the pick-and-roll initiator for pal Karl-Anthony Towns, the Minnesota Timberwolves finally closed this season with a full month of games that both halves of their star pairing were available to play in. Their biggest takeaway from the longest

May 17

Timberwolves beat playoffs-bound Mavs in season finale

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 30 points in his final audition for the NBA Rookie of the Year award, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 136-121 victory over the postseason-bound Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night. Luka Doncic had 18 points, six rebounds and six assists in 21 minutes for the

May 17

Edwards, T-wolves beat playoffs-bound Mavs 136-121

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 30 points in his final audition for NBA Rookie of the Year, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 136-121 victory over the postseason-bound Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night. Luka Doncic had 18 points, six rebounds and six assists in 21 minutes for the Mavericks,

May 17

Kevin Garnett enters Hall of Fame, says 'I look forward to rebuilding Minneapolis'

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Vanessa Bryant took Michael Jordan's hand and walked down from the stage, a familiar chant breaking out throughout the arena as she made her way back to her seat. "Kobe! Kobe! Kobe!" the crowd shouted. With that, he was — officially, finally — a member of the

May 16

Shooting woes plague Timberwolves in loss to Celtics

MINNEAPOLIS — Jayson Tatum had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the short-handed Boston Celtics cruised to a 124-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. Evan Fournier added 18 points and was 5 of 8 from 3-point range. Six Celtics scored in double-figures as Boston snapped its four-game losing

May 15

Tatum, Celtics cruise to 124-108 win over Timberwolves

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jayson Tatum had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the short-handed Boston Celtics cruised to a 124-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. Evan Fournier added 18 points and was 5 of 8 from 3-point range. Six Celtics scored in double-figures as Boston snapped its four-game

May 15

Former Timberwolves superstar Kevin Garnett to enter Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Vanessa Bryant got a private tour to see some of the newly remodeled Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Friday, viewing the exhibit that will honor the life and legacy of her late husband before the rest of the world gets their first look. By the

May 14