The San Antonio Spurs defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 121‑111 on Oct. 31, 2026, at the Frost Bank Center. Victor Wembanyama leads the way with a career‑highlight 43 points, while De’Aaron Fox adds 22 points and eight rebounds to keep the Spurs organized. Minnesota stays competitive thanks to Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert (who later exits with a sore back), and a strong fourth‑quarter effort from a rested LaMelo Ball before he fouls out. Bench contributors Asayo Dosunmo and Jaden Daniels spark the Wolves, and the Spurs’ secondary players—Carter Bryant and others—provide crucial scoring as the lead ebbs and flows before the Spurs pull away in the second half.
Victor Wembanyama wowed the Frost Bank Center on Nov. 1, 2026, pulling off an off‑the‑glass slam dunk against the Minnesota Timberwolves after a crafty fake jumper. Dressed as Geralt of Rivia, he finished the first half with 21 points, four rebounds and two assists, helping the Spurs close the quarter trailing 61‑57. Minnesota’s Ayo Dosunmu led with 14 points as the Timberwolves held a one‑point halftime edge. The play highlights Wembanyama’s growing dominance early in the season as the Spurs aim to rebound from a 2‑0 start.
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s injury crisis may hand a West‑coast opening to the Golden State Warriors. After the Oct. 25 loss to the Clippers, the Thunder have lost starter Jalen Williams (fractured fibula, dislocated ankle), Cason Wallace (torn labrum) and Chet Holmgren (patellar‑tendon tear), sidelining them for 8–10 weeks each, leaving only Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander and Moses Hartenstein healthy. The spate of injuries parallels past playoff upsets, and with other Western teams like the Timberwolves and Grizzlies also missing stars, the Warriors could capitalize as Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody return in 2027. The article examines how the Thunder’s depleted roster could reshape the conference race this season.
Victor Wembanyama turned heads at the Spurs‑Timberwolves game on Nov. 1, 2026, arriving in a Geralt of Rivia costume—silver wig, black cloak, sword—paying homage to his favorite series, The Witcher. The 7‑ft‑4 French star’s Halloween outfit follows his 2023 Slender Man and 2024 No‑Face looks, while teammates Taris Reed Jr., De’Aaron Fox and Carter Bryant also dressed up. The Spurs, riding a three‑game win streak to improve to 3‑2 on the season, hope the hype translates to a victory over Minnesota.
The Spurs host the Timberwolves on Oct. 31, 2026 in a Western Conference semifinals preview. Minnesota will be without Anthony Edwards after knee surgery, but rely on LaMelo Ball and Jaden McDaniels after a 127‑101 win over the Clippers. San Antonio, still early in the season at 3‑2, looks to lock in its three‑guard rotation and await Tobias Harris’s debut. The game streams exclusively on DAZN at 7:00 PM CT.
Victor Wembanyama showcased his latest Halloween costume prior to a matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.
Rudy Gobert's performance against the Clippers was encouraging, but his struggles remain a concern. The Timberwolves need that improvement to last.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jaylen Clark has impressed in the two games without Anthony Edwards.
The Timberwolves face the Spurs on Saturday night with Anthony Edwards out after knee surgery and Rudy Gobert listed as questionable due to low back spasms. Gobert, 34, is averaging 7.0 points and 12.3 rebounds and remains a key defensive presence. Minnesota sits 4-2, while San Antonio is 3-2, setting up a potential Western Conference showdown. The Spurs also lose Tobias Harris (calf) and rookie Jayden Quaintance (knee). Gobert's availability remains uncertain, making the injury report the headline of tonight's matchup.
The Minnesota Timberwolves (4-2) head to the Target Center for a Conference Semi‑Final rematch against the San Antonio Spurs (3-2) on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 7 PM CT. Fresh off a fifth game in seven nights and missing Anthony Edwards after arthroscopic surgery, the Wolves must lean on a collective effort against a rested Spurs squad led by All‑Star guard LaMelo Ball and defensive anchor Victor Wembanyama. Both teams boast top‑ten defenses; the Spurs sit tied for 18th in true shooting (56.2%). Key matchups include Ball versus the physical trio of Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper and Devin Vassell, and the rim battle among Rudy Gobert, Joan Beringer and Wembanyama. The preview highlights how the Spurs’ post‑season defensive scheme could test the Wolves’ perimeter play and whether Minnesota can sustain its recent win streak without Edwards.
There were some reasonable questions about the Timberwolves' bench, especially after Anthony Edwards' injury. Thankfully, they are answering these questions.
With Anthony Edwards sidelined, Bones Hyland is playing some amazing basketball. If he keeps it up, he'll stay in the Timberwolves' rotation when Ant returns.
Through six games, Joan Beringer hasn't been fouling at near the rate he did as a rookie, and that's a promising sign for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Jaden McDaniels has improved as a self-creator, but what can't be lost is that the Minnesota Timberwolves forward is also reaching new heights as a playmaker.
The Minnesota Timberwolves sit at 3‑2 after five games, flashing a potent new‑look roster anchored by LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards. Edwards drops 45 points in a 131‑106 win over the Miami Heat, while Ball contributes 21 points and six assists. The Wolves dominate the Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors, then fall in overtime to Cleveland and lose to Golden State as Stephen Curry erupts for 44. They rank fourth in offense (120.4 ppg, 114.8 offensive rating) and second in defense (102.5 rating), boasting a +12.4 net rating. Key contributors include TJ Shannon Jr., Jonathan Kuminga and Rudy Gobert, despite injuries to Kawhi Leonard and Anthony Edwards.
The Spurs (3-2) visit the injury‑hit Timberwolves (4-2) on Oct. 31, with Victor Wembanyama leading San Antonio’s recent three‑game winning streak. Minnesota is without Anthony Edwards (knee surgery) and Dante DiVincenzo, while the Spurs lack Tobias Harris (calf). Wembanyama has been dunking at a career‑high, averaging 19.8 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks in the previous playoff series against Minnesota, but will face former DPOY Rudy Gobert in the paint. LaMelo Ball steps in as the Wolves’ new playmaker, but his impact remains uncertain. The line favors the Spurs by 11.5 points, and the preview examines how the Spurs can capitalize on Minnesota’s depleted roster.
The Minnesota Timberwolves dominate the Los Angeles Clippers 127-101 on Oct. 30, 2026, snapping a recent slump after a loss to Golden State. Without Anthony Edwards, Bones Hyland leads with 20 points and eight assists, while Jaden McDaniels adds a efficient 23 points on 11‑of‑15 shooting, six rebounds and seven assists. LaMelo Ball contributes 9‑of‑20 shooting, including 6‑of‑15 from three, and Rudy Gobert records nine points, 13 rebounds and four assists. The win showcases the Wolves’ depth and resilience, highlighting a balanced offensive effort and strong rebounding as key to the 26‑point victory. Fans get a morale boost as the team proves it can thrive amid roster changes.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch lauds Rudy Gobert after the big man rebounds from a 0‑13 shooting slump to help Minnesota thrash the Clippers 127‑101 on Oct. 31, 2026. Gobert posts 9 points on 4‑7 shooting, 13 rebounds, a season‑high four assists and a +18 plus/minus in 30 minutes, making all the right plays, especially kick‑outs to open shooters. Jaden McDaniels adds 23 points and 7 assists. Finch says Gobert is trusting the process and adjusting his play, while the Wolves prepare for a matchup with Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs the next day.
The Clippers head to Minnesota on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, for an 8 PM ET Western Conference clash at the Target Center. Tune in via CBS, ClipperVision, NBC or stream on Fubo (free trial). Minnesota is without Anthony Edwards, who is sidelined after a knee injury despite averaging 33.3 points in the first four games. The Wolves will rely on LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga and Jaden McDaniels, while Kawhi Leonard leads the Clippers, hoping his scoring and defense give them an edge against Rudy Gobert’s defense. The game promises high stakes despite the injury setback.
On the Gil's Arena podcast, former All-Star DeMarcus Cousins pitches a one-for-one blockbuster: sending Anthony Davis to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Rudy Gobert. Cousins argues the Wizards could avoid a hefty AD extension while giving rookie AJ Dybansta more touches, and the Timberwolves would gain a scoring center to compensate for Anthony Edwards' 30-game knee layoff. He notes Gobert’s recent slump (23.1% at the rim, 0‑for‑13 in two games) and highlights the cap and health concerns surrounding Davis, who has missed most games over the past two seasons. The proposal sparks debate over its feasibility for both franchises.
The Warriors kick off a six‑game homestand Friday night, hosting the Lakers in the first NBA Cup matchup of the season. Tip‑off is at 7:00 PM PT at the Chase Center and streams on Prime Video. After a 119‑114 win over Minnesota, Stephen Curry leads with a season‑high 44 points, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, who dropped 26 points against the Timberwolves, looks to settle a verbal spat with Luka Dončić in their rematch. Projected starters feature Curry, Podziemski, Lendeborg, Niang, Green for Golden State and Dončić, Reaves, Grimes, Thybulle, Kessler for LA.
The Minnesota Timberwolves had a contract decision to make on two young players this week, and they did not wait for the deadline.
On Friday, the Timberwolves declined Cody Williams' fourth-year option, and when you peel back the layers, it's easy to see why.
The Minnesota Timberwolves exercise rookie‑scale options for Terrence Shannon Jr. and Joan Beringer but decline forward Cody Williams' $7.67 million option for 2027/28, making him an unrestricted free agent next summer. Shannon (14.2 pts, 44% 3‑pt) and Beringer (6.8 pts, 68% FG) are set to earn $5.05 M and $4.62 M respectively next season, while the 21‑year‑old Williams, a 2024 10th‑overall pick, has logged just 11 minutes and no points in three games. Cap concerns drive the decision, leaving Williams free to sign elsewhere at potentially higher terms.
Ja Morant suffers a Grade 2 left hamstring strain in his third game for Portland, sidelining him for at least four weeks and possibly longer, while the Blazers lean on Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson amid Shaedon Sharpe’s meniscus tear. In Minnesota, the Timberwolves exercise 2027‑28 options on Terrence Shannon Jr. and Joël Beringer but decline Cody Williams’ $7.67 million option, setting him up for free agency next summer. Boston secures its 2027‑28 options on Baylor Scheierman (now a $4.95 M guarantee) and Hugo Gonzalez ($3.06 M), keeping depth at forward positions.