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D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after missing a shot in the second quarter of the game against the Utah Jazz at Target Center on October 21, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Naz Reid #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates his dunk against the Memphis Grizzlies in the second quarter of the game at Target Center on January 27, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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The Timberwolves Have Been Thriving In 2023

The 2022/23 Minnesota Timberwolves were one of the biggest disappointments of the first half of the season. They were supposed to be one of the league's powerhouses after trading a plethora of assets to land Rudy Gobert. But Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns were an odd fit together,

Ernesto Cova • 5 days ago

Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in action against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on January 08, 2023 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Anthony Edwards Has Been Stepping It Up

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been a disappointment so far this season, as they have a 24-24 record and are in sixth place in the Western Conference. While more and more people feel last summer's big trade for All-Star center Rudy Gobert was a big mistake, guard Anthony Edwards is

Robert Marvi • 2 weeks ago

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

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Charles Barkley Continues To Roast The Rudy Gobert Trade

When the Minnesota Timberwolves traded for three-time All-Star center Rudy Gobert last summer, some fans thought the team would become the Western Conference's newest true championship contender. They imagined a frontcourt of Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns regularly locking down oppo

Robert Marvi • 2 weeks ago

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D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the net against Jalen Green #4 of the Houston Rockets during the second half at Toyota Center on January 08, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Brandon Marcus • 3 weeks ago The Minnesota Timberwolves have been seen as something of a disappointment this season, following a wonderful previous year and a blockbuster summer that resulted in them getting Rudy Gobert from the Utah Jazz. Right now, the Timberwolves are 9th in the West and struggling to get ab

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to a foul being called against the Timberwolves during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on December 23, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Timberwolves Star Addresses Trade Rumors

Brandon Marcus • 3 weeks ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves walks backcourt prior to a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on December 30, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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D'Angelo Russell Showed His Commitment To The Timberwolves

Brandon Marcus • 4 weeks ago

DeAngelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves takes a three point shot during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on December 30, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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What's Going On With D'Angelo Russell And The Timberwolves?

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Timberwolves Star Raises Eyebrows With Latest Move

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Austin Rivers #25 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to a call on the floor in the second quarter of the game against the Golden State Warriors at Target Center on November 27, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Austin Rivers Has A Message For Timberwolves Fans

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Austin Rivers Has A Message For Timberwolves Fans

Austin Rivers #25 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to a call on the floor in the second quarter of the game against the Golden State Warriors at Target Center on November 27, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago To say that the Minnesota Timberwolves season has been a disappointment would be a massive understatement. At 17-21 and way outside of the playoff picture, this is not where this team wanted to be by January. The Timberwolves gave up a lot to pair Karl-Anthony Towns with Rudy Gob

Naz Reid #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves brings the ball up the court against the Memphis Grizzlies during the championship game of the 2019 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 15, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Grizzlies defeated the Timberwolves 95-92. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Naz Reid Implies That He Knows Why The Timberwolves Are Struggling

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves puts up a shot against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on November 28, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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D'Angelo Russell Makes Bold Statement About His Skills

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Drew Eubanks #24 of the Portland Trail Blazers in action during the fourth quarter at the Moda Center on December 10, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. The Portland Trail Blazers won 124-118.

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2 Things Going Wrong For The Timberwolves This Season

Robert Marvi • 2 months ago

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

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Rudy Gobert Showed His Value On Wednesday

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

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Rudy Gobert Showed His Value On Wednesday

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago The Minnesota Timberwolves returned to an even .500 on Wednesday night when they beat the Indiana Pacers, 121-115. However, for one brief moment, it looked like it might not go that way. In the final seconds of the game, Buddy Hield made his way to the basket, ready to score an e

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The Timberwolves Signed A Inspiring Fan Favorite

Matt Ryan #37 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on October 20, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago Just a few weeks ago, Matt Ryan was turning a lot of heads during his games with the Los Angeles Lakers. He was averaging just 3.9 points and 1.2 rebounds during his 12 games but he was showing a lot of fight and enthusiasm. Plus, he came in clutch, especially during one crucial

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after missing a shot in the second quarter of the game against the Utah Jazz at Target Center on October 21, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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The Timberwolves Have A Reliable Power Duo

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates with Jaylen Nowell #4 against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half at the Wells Fargo Center on November 19, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Timberwolves defeated the 76ers 112-109.

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Timberwolves Guard Is Improving His Defensive Game

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots a free throw against the Washington Wizards in the first half at Capital One Arena on November 28, 2022 in Washington, DC.

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The Timberwolves Get Some Bad News

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after being injured in the third quarter against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on November 28, 2022 in Washington, DC.

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Karl-Anthony Towns Experienced A Scary Moment

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after missing a shot in the second quarter of the game against the Utah Jazz at Target Center on October 21, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Timberwolves Star Reaches A Massive Milestone

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

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Timberwolves Star Reaches A Massive Milestone

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after missing a shot in the second quarter of the game against the Utah Jazz at Target Center on October 21, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago When D'Angelo Russell was first drafted, he was seen as a future superstar guard - and the Minnesota Timberwolves still value him as such. He has yet to again hit the heights that he did during his first year with the T-Wolves but he is still a vital part of the team's lineup and…

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to a call on the court in the fourth quarter of the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Target Center on October 28, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 111-102.

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Rudy Gobert Takes A Shot At Timberwolves Fans

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after being fouled in the third quarter of the game against the New York Knicks at Target Center on November 7, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Anthony Edwards Keeps Stepping Up For His Team

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after missing a shot in the second quarter of the game against the Utah Jazz at Target Center on October 21, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Timberwolves Star Earned A Solid Double Double

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves walks off the court after the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

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The Timberwolves Suffered An Embarrassing Moment On Wednesday

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago

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The Timberwolves Suffered An Embarrassing Moment On Wednesday

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves walks off the court after the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago The Minnesota Timberwolves' season hasn't been living up to expectations. When Rudy Gobert was traded to the team in the summer, there were numerous fans who thought the T-Wolves were on the verge of their best season yet. So far, things stand at 5-7, leaving them as the 10th tea

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Timberwolves Star Was Lacking Enthusiasm On The Floor

Grayson Allen #12 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball while Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends in the third quarter of the game at Target Center on November 4, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Bucks defeated the Timberwolves 115-102.

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago The Minnesota Timberwolves aren't as good as people expected them to be, at least not at this point in the season. There is still a lot of time for them to get it together and start performing as planned but right now the team sits with a 5-5 record and is not working cohesively.

Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves brings the ball up the court against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of their preseason game at T-Mobile Arena on October 06, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 114-99.

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Anthony Edwards Addressed His Current Struggles

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago

Rudy Gobert #27 talks to Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

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The Timberwolves' New Lineup Hasn't Delivered

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago

Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves brings the ball up the court against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of their preseason game at T-Mobile Arena on October 06, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 114-99.

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3 Reasons To Watch The Timberwolves This Season

Robert Marvi • 3 months ago

Rudy Gobert #27 and D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves talk on the bench in the first quarter of their preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers at T-Mobile Arena on October 06, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 114-99.

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The Timberwolves Are Feeling Confident Before The Season

Brandon Marcus • 4 months ago

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies in the first quarter of the game during Game Six of the Western Conference First Round at Target Center on April 29, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Grizzlies defeated the Timberwolves 114-106 to advance to the Western Conference Semifinals.

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D’Angelo Russell Had An Incredible Assist On Wednesday

Brandon Marcus • 4 months ago

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D’Angelo Russell Had An Incredible Assist On Wednesday

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies in the first quarter of the game during Game Six of the Western Conference First Round at Target Center on April 29, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Grizzlies defeated the Timberwolves 114-106 to advance to the Western Conference Semifinals.

Brandon Marcus • 4 months ago The Minnesota Timberwolves might be one of the biggest teams in the Western Conference this season and there has been a lot of talk about the team over the last few months. This has mostly been because of the trade that landed them Rudy Gobert from the Utah Jazz. But there are ot

D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates as time expires against the Los Angeles Clippers in the fourth quarter during a Play-In Tournament game at Target Center on April 12, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves won 109-104 to advance to the NBA Playoffs.

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NBA Writer Has A Bold Timberwolves Take

Brandon Marcus • 5 months ago

Rudy Gobert of France shoots the ball during the FIBA EuroBasket 2022 semi-final match between Poland and France at EuroBasket Arena Berlin on September 16, 2022 in Berlin, Germany.

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Rudy Gobert Is Showing Off A Hidden Talent

Brandon Marcus • 5 months ago

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the NBA Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates after scoring during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 28, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 127-122.

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The Timberwolves Will Look Bright This Season

Brandon Marcus • 5 months ago

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the NBA Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to Malik Beasley #5 during a time-out against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second quarter at Target Center on March 16, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Karl-Anthony Towns Really Believes In Himself

Brandon Marcus • 5 months ago

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Karl-Anthony Towns Really Believes In Himself

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the NBA Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to Malik Beasley #5 during a time-out against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second quarter at Target Center on March 16, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Brandon Marcus • 5 months ago The upcoming NBA season will be a very important one for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fans of the squad remember that the team had a pretty great season last year but ended up fizzling out in the playoffs. That was their first appearance in the postseason in a few years but it pro