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The 0-3 Knicks visit the 1-1 Toronto Raptors tonight at Scotiabank Arena for the fourth of five preseason contests. Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges and Josh Hart are all supposed to sit for rest after playing in last night’s loss to the T’Wolves. Meanwhile, Kawhi Leonard is penciled in for his first […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Timberwolves fans and fans across the country. Everyone who’s watched Coach Carter most likely remembers this moment. Early on in the story, Coach Ken Carter pulls Timo Cruz before he subs in the […]
Jonathan Kuminga will need to hit his 3-pointers for the Timberwolves to reach their offensive ceiling, and LaMelo Ball could help him with that.
The Timberwolves, Nuggets, and Lakers are all in the second tier of Western Conference teams. However, the Wolves' two-way balance gives them a clear edge.
Preseason is showing that Jaylen Clark is unlikely to be part of the Timberwolves' rotation, and Minnesota might miss his POA defense.
The Timberwolves have enough offensive talent that LaMelo Ball doesn't always have to take the second-most shots.
Chris Finch didn't hold back on what got in the Minnesota Timberwolves' way last year. It was "moodiness" - since fixed by swapping Julius Randle for LaMelo Ball.
Kyle Anderson doesn’t want to ruffle any feathers. At least, that’s what Slo Mo, the 13 year NBA veteran, said during last Wednesday’s practice. “I don’t want to be like, ‘oh, I’m the old head. You gotta do it my way,’” said Anderson. The former Timberwolf understands that he’s from a different era of NBA […]
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards took a shot at the King, but it appears he missed.
While the Timberwolves have one of the league's best duos, Jaden McDaniels is a fantastic third option, which gives the team more upside.
Entering his 24th season, LeBron James has heard it all. He has outlived all the jokes and memes. There will probably be new ones in his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers. Not that he will be bothered by any of them. Last month, Anthony Edwards poked fun at James in his latest commercial for […] The post 76ers’ LeBron James claps back at Anthony Edwards’ Adidas commercial roast appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Philadelphia 76ers superstar LeBron James has fired back at Anthony Edwards after the Minnesota Timberwolves leader poked fun at his age and free-agency decision in a viral Adidas commercial. During a new episode of the Mind the Game podcast , Steve Nash asked James about Edwards' sneaker spot, which promoted the new Anthony Edwards 3 signature shoe. "First of all, I did not watch the spot," LeBron said. "Because I don't watch anything from the stripes. Nothing. Love Ant to death, but I don't ...
LaMelo Ball’s arrival in Minnesota appears to be changing more than the Timberwolves’ offense. Head coach Chris Finch believes the guard’s cheerful personality has lifted the mood around Anthony Edwards and the rest of the roster. That marks a shift from the frustration of recent seasons, which Naz Reid once summed up in one word: […] The post “Moodiness for Giddiness”: Timberwolves HC Takes Subtle Shot at Julius Randle, Naz Reid in Comments Over LaMelo Ball Trade appeared first on Essential...
Chris Finch’s “moodiness for giddiness” quote says plenty about the Timberwolves’ offseason and why Minnesota needed a fresh start.
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown emphasized defensive execution, offensive decision-making and the importance of the learning process after his team suffered a 122-104 preseason loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday, October 12, at Madison Square Garden. The defeat dropped the defending NBA champions to 0-3 in preseason, while Minnesota improved to 3-1. […] The post Mike Brown calls Andre Drummond’s defensive communication ‘unbelievable’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch has praised the Miami Heat and their new star Giannis Antetokounmpo, describing the team as a dangerous opponent with the ability to compete at the highest level. Finch believes Miami has assembled a strong roster around the Greek superstar, combining shooting, speed and players capable of creating difficult matchups […] The post Chris Finch explains why Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Heat look dangerous appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch believes the addition of LaMelo Ball will give his team another reliable offensive option alongside Anthony Edwards, particularly during the closing minutes of games. The Timberwolves acquired Ball from the Charlotte Hornets during the offseason in a major trade that sent Naz Reid, a 2033 first-round pick, three second-round […] The post Chris Finch expects LaMelo Ball to improve Timberwolves’ late-game offense appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch says LaMelo Ball has helped improve the team’s atmosphere since arriving from the Charlotte Hornets during the offseason. Speaking Monday at Madison Square Garden before Minnesota’s preseason game against the New York Knicks, Finch praised Ball’s personality and his relationship with Anthony Edwards. “He’s always in a great mood,” […] The post Chris Finch says LaMelo Ball has improved Timberwolves’ team chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LaMelo Ball’s fit with the Timberwolves will ultimately be judged by what happens on the court. Chris Finch already likes what he’s doing to the room. Ball joined Minnesota over the summer, and Finch said his personality has meshed quickly with Anthony Edwards and changed the feel around the team. “He’s always in a great […] The post Chris Finch: Timberwolves have traded ‘moodiness for giddiness’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Anthony Edwards scored 26 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the New York Knicks 122-104 at Madison Square Garden on Monday, October 12, extending their preseason record to 3-1 and leaving the defending NBA champions winless through three games. Edwards shot 8-of-16 from the field, including five three-pointers on eight attempts, and went 5-of-7 at […] The post Anthony Edwards powers Timberwolves past Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Knicks preseason woes continue after suffering a 122-104 loss at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Chris Finch has noticed a significant change in the Timberwolves since LaMelo Ball's arrival.
Captain Clutch, King of New York, and even the Greatest Knick of All Time. Jalen Brunson has earned plenty of nicknames after ending the franchise’s 53-year championship drought. Yet, despite winning Finals MVP during the Knicks’ historic 2026 title run, one less flattering label continues to follow him: “flopper.” And on Monday night against the […] The post Cameras Catch Jalen Brunson’s NSFW Outburst During Knicks-Timberwolves After Collision With Rudy Gobert appeared first on EssentiallyS...
Before tonight’s scrimmage, there was talk of coach Chris Finch resting his starters. Fat chance. Only Jonathan Kuminga sat tonight for the Minnesota Timberwolves (3-1), since everyone wants to play at Madison Square Garden, the grandest basketball stage in the world. Indeed, the visitors looked determined to announce themselves while the defending champs (0-3) still […]
The Minnesota Timberwolves were back in action against the reigning champion New York Knicks tonight in Madison Square Garden, where the Wolves tried to show they could keep up with the team that some are even picking to repeat. Minnesota was without two assumed rotation players for this game. Jonathan Kuminga and TJ Shannon were […]