Minnesota Timberwolves

Complete coverage of the Minnesota Timberwolves and the NBA featuring players Karl Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, Rudy Gobert and Mike Conley. Latest MN Wolves scores, player stats, schedule, standings, game highlights and sports commentary from the Star Tribune.

Wolves
March 26, 2021
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch talks with players during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans i

No deal: Wolves decline offers for young talent, keep roster together

Gersson Rosas said there were high-profile trades he could have made if he'd been willing to part with some of the Timberwolves' promising young players.
Wolves
March 25, 2021

Timberwolves-Houston game preview

Since returning home from a three-game road trip, the Wolves have looked like they have taken a step back after a strong start out of the All-Star break.
Wolves
March 25, 2021
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) tries to slap the ball away from Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis during the first h

McDaniels gets unexpected assignment: stopping Mavs' star

Rookie Jaden McDaniels did a commendable job limiting one of the NBA's best offensive players after a last-minute change of plans.
Wolves
March 25, 2021
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Juancho Hernangomez (41) attacked the rim but missed as he was fouled by Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell (7) in t

Wolves lose by 20, wonder if they'll be together after today's trade deadline

To hear Karl-Anthony Towns talk about it, there was a sense of unease in the locker room Juancho Hernangomez was blunt: 'We know we are the worst team in the NBA.'
Sports
March 25, 2021
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Get your tickets now (if you're lucky) as Minnesota sports reopen to fans

With state-mandated capacity limits for entertainment venues rising on April 1, tickets are going on sale. Here's a look at what will be available.
Photography
March 24, 2021

Wolves lose to Dallas at home

The Timberwolves lost 128-108 to the Dallas Mavericks at Target Center on Wednesday.
Wolves
March 24, 2021

Wolves-Dallas game recap

Kristaps Porzinga, Dallas' 7-4 center, did what he wanted to do offensively in scoring 29 points on 11-for-23 shooting to go with nine rebounds and two blocks.
Sports
March 24, 2021

Timberwolves thumped by Mavericks 128-108; will roster be changing at today's trade deadline?

To hear Karl-Anthony Towns talk about it, there was a sense of unease in the locker room Juancho Hernangomez was blunt: 'We know we are the worst team in the NBA.'
Wolves
March 24, 2021
Jaden McDaniels is a young player the Timberwolves would like to keep.

NBA trade deadline looms as Wolves ponder deals

Magic's Gordon, Hawks' Collins are players who have attracted some interest.
Randball
March 24, 2021
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch.

Edwards has 'high ceiling' but needs to 'learn some habits,' says Finch

In a wide-ranging interview, new Timberwolves coach Chris Finch talked about his new job, the team's recent improvement and No. 1 overall pick Anthony Edwards.
Sports
March 24, 2021
Podcast: New coaches Johnson and Finch on what they've gotten into

Podcast: New coaches Johnson and Finch on what they've gotten into

As head coaches of the Gophers and the Wolves, Ben Johnson and Chris Finch are being tasked with major turnarounds. They talk about the biggest challenges in their new jobs.
Wolves
March 23, 2021
Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, right, hits a shot over Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony during the second half of an NBA basketball

Timberwolves-Dallas game preview

The Wolves are coming off a sloppy 112-103 loss to the Thunder at Target Center in which Karl-Anthony Towns scored 33 points on 10-for-28 shooting.
Sports
March 23, 2021
Elgin Baylor drove to the basket in 1962.

Elgin Baylor, who brought playing above the rim to Minneapolis Lakers, dies

When Baylor arrived in Minneapolis in 1958, the pros usually scored on one-handed set shots or running hooks. Baylor added a new dimension to the NBA.
Wolves
March 23, 2021
Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns bends over in pain after being fouled in the first quarter of Monday’s game.

Towns scores 33 despite hard fall that aggravated sore wrist

It's a sight that has become all too familiar but is still equally jarring for Timberwolves fans — Karl-Anthony Towns hitting the floor hard and coming up holding his wrist.
Wolves
March 23, 2021
Shai Gilgeous Alexander (2) of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Jarred Vanderbilt (8) of the Minnesota Timberwolves fought for the ball in the first quar

Ragged Wolves lose to Thunder as reserve-fueled rally falls short

Rookie Anthony Edwards wasn't happy about being on the bench for the final minutes of a game that wasn't as sharp as some of the team's recent efforts.
Wolves
March 23, 2021

Wolves-Oklahoma City game recap

It didn't matter who the Wolves threw at the Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who did what he wanted in scoring 31.
March 22, 2021

Wolves' development takes a step back in ragged loss to Thunder

Rookie Anthony Edwards wasn't happy about being on the bench for the final minutes of a game that wasn't as sharp as some of the team's recent efforts.
Randball
March 22, 2021
Three things to watch: Wolves trade, Wild response, Vikings extensions

Three things to watch: Wolves trade, Wild response, Vikings extensions

There are two times of great convergence on the sports calendar: late March and early October. It's going to be an eventful week in Minnesota sports even for teams that aren't playing.
Twins
March 22, 2021
The Twins will have a maximum of 10,000 fans attending games through May 6.

Twins tickets for first weeks on sale to public Thursday; Wolves tickets next week

Because of current seating limitations at Target Field, only games from April 8 — the home opener vs. Seattle — through May 6 will be available for now. Both teams have announced COVID-related policies, too.
Sports
March 21, 2021
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort (5) drives up a shot between Houston Rockets center Christian Wood, left, and guard Victor Oladipo, right,

Gameday preview: Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City

A four-game homestand begins with the Wolves' final game vs. OKC this season.