Minnesota Timberwolves

The Timberwolves four-game winning streak ends in Memphis and is trading for Giannis a good idea?

The Minnesota Timberwolves walked off the floor with frustration and bruised pride after a 137-128 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, and Chris Finch did not hide his anger. Anthony Edwards scored 39 points and Jaden McDaniels added 29, but defense collapsed under the arena lights. Chris Finch talked after the game about the Wolves' defensive […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch puts his players on blast after ugly loss to Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints .

As the NBA Trade Deadline nears for the Los Angeles Clippers, James Harden once again shakes the rumor mill. Sources cited by Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line say Harden has looked toward the Minnesota Timberwolves and Atlanta Hawks as appealing destinations, even while remaining with the Clippers. Yet interest has not […] The post NBA rumors: James Harden also interested trade to Timberwolves, Hawks. Are they interested in him? appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Minnesota Timberwolves have spent weeks circling the biggest name on the market. They are dreaming about what Giannis Antetokounmpo could mean next to Anthony Edwards. That swing makes sense, of course. Superstars do change timelines. The trade deadline, though, is ruthless. Reality rarely waits for dreams to materialize. If Giannis doesn’t land in Minnesota […] The post 1 trade Timberwolves must make at 2026 NBA trade deadline if they don’t get Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on Clu...

Of the six teams at the top of the Western Conference standings, the Minnesota Timberwolves are believed to be the one who are most aggressively looking to make a major move ahead of the trade deadline. The Wolves have been linked to various upgrades in the backcourt all season as Rob Dillingham hasn't emerged the way they envisioned when they traded for him on draft night in 2024, plus they are in serious pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Wolves were similarly highly motivated to acquire...

Anthony Edwards took accountability for the Minnesota Timberwolves suffering a 137-128 upset loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. Edwards is halfway through the sixth season of his NBA career with the Timberwolves. He continues to shine as one of the best stars in the league, having Minnesota firmly in the playoff race. However, […] The post Anthony Edwards doesn’t sugarcoat Timberwolves’ loss to Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch pointed to defensive lapses as a key factor in Monday’s 137-128 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. “We struggled with all the movement and the close out contain in the first half in particular,” Finch said. The coach also noted the impact of fouls late in the game. “We gave […] The post Chris Finch on Timberwolves’ defensive struggles after loss to Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo highlighted the team’s recovery after a six-game losing streak following Monday’s 137-128 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. “I think it’s a longer process than just last game. Past few weeks have been very physically and emotionally taxing,” Iisalo said, referencing recent travel and the European trip. Iisalo emphasized the […] The post Tuomas Iisalo praises Jerome and Jackson Jr. after win over Timberwolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Minnesota Timberwolves (31-20, fifth in the Western Conference) vs. Toronto Raptors (30-21, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Toronto; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the Toronto Raptors in non-conference play. The Raptors are 14-11 on their home court. Toronto is at the bottom of the Eastern Conference shooting 34.0% from 3-point range. The Timberwolves have gone 14-12 away from home. Minnesota ranks sixth in the Western Conference with 44.9 rebounds ...

The Memphis Grizzlies find themselves in a precarious position. Sitting three games behind the Portland Trail Blazers for the final NBA Play-In Tournament spot, the team has struggled to find consistency amid a brutal stretch that saw them drop six consecutive games following a jet-lagged return from Europe. While their recent victory over the Minnesota […] The post Why Tuomas Iisalo’s Grizzlies cannot expect Jaren Jackson Jr. to fix ‘everything’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Monday morning that the Warriors have been the most aggressive team in pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo, with ESPN’s Shams Charania later reporting that Golden State had made a “pick-heavy offer.” Writing for The Stein Line (Substack link), Jake Fischer says the Warriors were cautiously optimistic over the weekend about […]

James Harden has shown interest in the Atlanta Hawks as a potential landing spot while the Los Angeles Clippers continue to explore trade options ahead of Thursday’s NBA deadline. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported Tuesday on The Stein Line that Harden has “eyed Minnesota and Atlanta as teams that appeal to him as potential […] The post James Harden has eyed Hawks as possible destination appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Tuomas Iisalo has been searching for lineup answers amid a grueling stretch of travel, injuries, and losses. Well, thankfully, Vince Williams Jr. proved instrumental in containing Minnesota Timberwolves star Julius Randle, helping secure a hard-fought victory that breathed new life into a relatively disappointing season. The jet lagged Memphis Grizzlies snapped a six-game losing streak […] The post How Grizzlies used new ‘Swiss Army knife’ to cut down Julius Randle, Timberwolves appeared firs...

The Wolves four-game win streak comes to an end with a lifeless defensive effort as Thursday’s trade deadline looms.

The Memphis Grizzlies finally shook the jet lag and snapped a six-game losing streak in the rubber match with the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves. Jaren Jackson Jr. went off for 30 points. Cedric Coward scaled the rookie wall once again. Ty Jerome helped save the day. Everyone exhaled. For Tuomas Iisalo, the relief was rooted less […] The post Tuomas Iisalo’s Grizzlies shade Euro Trip after snapping six-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints .

On a recent episode of NBA Countdown, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania gave some insight into where things stand with Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks. Charania reported that the Milwaukee Bucks have made counteroffers to teams who made aggressive offers for Antetokounmpo. The Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors and New York Knicks have been the most serious suitors for Antetokounmpo so far. Charania also said that this may go down to deadline day on Thursday, February 5...