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Kevin Durant’s Phoenix saga looks destined for its next act. After a disappointing 36–46 season that saw the Suns miss the playoffs, the organization stands at a crossroads. With franchises lining up to acquire the 36-year-old superstar, Phoenix is in prime position to steer a transformative rebuild. That’s assuming they can strike the right deal. […]

The NBA offseason will bring both expected and surprising changes, but Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch expects both Julius Randle and Naz Reid to remain with the team. “Absolutely, yes,” Finch told KFAN’s Paul Allen, via Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. “I think both players want to be there. That’s first and foremost the […]

The Kevin Durant sweepstakes are heating up as the NBA draft approaches. With the Phoenix Suns determined to find a trade for the 15-time All-Star, the Houston Rockets and Miami Heat have emerged as the frontrunners, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. “At this point in these conversations, you’re looking at a piece [or] two away […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ stance on a potential Kevin Durant trade has been revealed. The Timberwolves are coming off another successful season that saw them make a second straight Western Conference Finals. Anthony Edwards is improving each passing year and has consistently elevated his play when his team needed it most. As the 23-year-old continues to […]

Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns have been in rumors all offseason, as all signs point toward the organization trading him at some point. However, it’s unknown which team will pull the trigger to acquire the 36-year-old forward. On Monday, ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed that, amongst the teams potentially in the mix, Durant does not […]

Prior to his arrival as the NBA’s next rising superstar, Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards also had dreams of making highlight-reel plays on the gridiron. Being a standout football player from a young age, it comes as no surprise that Anthony Edwards could manage becoming a dual-sport athlete, but given his massive success in The Association, he’ll […]

When the Phoenix Suns acquired Kevin Durant in a 2023 trade, Anthony Edwards virally declared that the Minnesota Timberwolves would be fine since they had Jaden McDaniels. Two years later, the Timberwolves’ front office clearly feels the same way about McDaniels as Edwards does and is not willing to include him in trade discussions. Despite […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves may face major obstacles in any pursuit of Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant, according to NBA insider Kevin O’Connor. Speaking on the latest episode of The Kevin O’Connor Show, the analyst broke down the salary cap challenges that make a Durant trade unlikely for Minnesota — at least in the immediate future. […]

Although the NBA Finals continue to move forward, trade rumors are also beginning to heat up around the league. Recent reports suggest that Kevin Durant could be traded soon. Teams such as the Houston Rockets, Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves have been mentioned as possible suitors for the Phoenix Suns star. Which potential landing destination […]

Having been founded in 1989, the Minnesota Timberwolves are one of the youngest teams in the NBA. Even so, they’ve had more NBA Draft day mistakes than almost any other team in the league, which is largely why they have the worst all-time franchise record for NBA teams. Anthony Edwards has been a star since […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves crashed out of the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive time at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Therefore, the defeat to the Thunder highlighted some of the key issues with the current Timberwolves roster that can be resolved this offseason in the 2025 NBA Draft. The Timberwolves currently have […]

It seems like just a matter of time until Kevin Durant is traded from the Phoenix Suns. A deal has been inevitable ever since the Suns shopped the all-time great small forward ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline, and a move will likely occur quickly into the offseason now that the Suns are working […]

After a devastating defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, the Timberwolves have entered the offseason with a lot of unanswered questions on their plate. With the 2025 NBA Draft just three weeks away, the Timberwolves need to turn their attention to the No. 17 first-round pick in the draft. Minnesota […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to re-sign their free agency targets after a disappointing loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Therefore, the Timberwolves’ 2025 offseason has officially begun. The Timberwolves were eliminated in the Western Conference finals in back-to-back seasons. pic.twitter.com/IesBMTvFER — NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) May […]

For the second consecutive season, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ season came to a screeching halt in the Western Conference Finals. In 2025, however, they seemed farther away than ever from finally breaking through and making it to the NBA Finals. After at least being competitive against the Dallas Mavericks last year (keeping games close before faltering […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are going into the offseason knowing that there needs to be work done to improve their roster. They were able to get as far as the Western Conference Finals, but the Oklahoma City Thunder were just too much for them at the end. Now, the Timberwolves have some decisions to make, and […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are still recovering from a brutal loss in the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive year, but they did get some good news about their future on Monday. General manager Tim Connelly seemed to confirm that he would be in Minnesota for the long haul amid rumors that he could be […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on the cusp of greatness. After back-to-back Western Conference Finals appearances, the franchise has established itself as a perennial contender in the West, led by the electrifying Anthony Edwards. Yet, as the 2025 playoffs showed, the Wolves still lack the offensive firepower and playmaking depth needed to break through and capture […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves made their first NBA Western Conference Final appearance last year, a milestone the franchise had not achieved in its 34 years of existence. This time around, they managed to defeat a couple big-name teams in the West and were playing their second consecutive conference finals, but failed to cross the final hurdle […]

With the scenario of Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle becoming a free agent this offseason, it seems as if the team will have to make a key decision in getting back a player who was one of the sparkplugs of a deep playoff run. As the Timberwolves are surrounded by rumors after losing in the […]

The Detroit Pistons’ turnaround this season was stunning, with the team that lost an NBA record 28 games in a row in 2023-24 more than tripling their win total and making the playoffs in 2024-25. But, as is the case with almost every team, one question remains: what’s next? While the Pistons won 44 games […]

For a couple of years now, the Orlando Magic have been one of the young, up-and-coming teams in the Eastern Conference. However, after a surprising breakout season in 2023-24 the Magic stagnated a bit last year, resulting in a No. 7 seed in the East and a first-round exit at the hands of the Boston […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves once again were eliminated in the Western Conference Finals for the second straight season, and it’s hard to see what they will do to get over the hump. The easy answer is hoping that the team improves internally, and players such as Anthony Edwards continue to evolve their game. The other answer […]

It is well known that the Los Angeles Lakers are desperate for a starting center. The question is just how desperate are they? Now that the Minnesota Timberwolves have been eliminated from the Western Conference Finals for the second straight season, some have wondered if Rudy Gobert will be put on the trade block. The […]

There are now less than four weeks until the 2025 NBA Draft. Between now and then, there is going to be a lot of talk about which teams around the NBA will explore the possibility of making trades up and down the draft board. Multiple rumors also will include various trade scenarios involving All-Star-level talents […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are left licking their wounds after getting crushed by the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of their Western Conference Finals series on Wednesday night. For the second consecutive season, the Wolves made a run to the conference finals, but weren’t able to make it a long series when they got there. […]

There’s a certain energy that fills the room when players truly believe in what they are building, and that energy was everywhere Thursday morning as the Minnesota Timberwolves talked about their future. The season was over, but the optimism was just beginning. This team faced doubt all season—and showed it can overcome the obstacles. “Nobody’s […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves crashed out of the second consecutive Western Conference Finals in a humiliating fashion at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, this time, they had a slimmer chance of progressing against the Thunder than they did against the Mavericks last year. At the end of the day, the Timberwolves were simply […]

After Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves’ season ended in the Western Conference Finals for the second year in a row, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst is suggesting a trade for Phoenix Suns All-Star Kevin Durant. The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Timberwolves 4-1, eliminating Minnesota in a 124-94 loss in Game 5. After winning 68 regular-season […]

For the second consecutive season, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ campaign came to an end in the Western Conference Finals. This time around, however, they stood less of a chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder than they did against the Dallas Mavericks last year. OKC, boasting the best defense in the league, swallowed Minnesota whole — as […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — After winning Game 5 124-94 to win the Western Conference Finals 4-1, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren revealed a receipt for Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards. With his eyes on an NBA title, Holmgren isn’t satisfied with just reaching the Finals; he wants to win the whole thing. However, he didn’t […]

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards received high praise — and a pointed critique — from ESPN analyst Tim Legler following the team’s Western Conference Finals exit. The Timberwolves were eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in a 124-94 Game 5 loss, marking the second straight season they have fallen short in the conference finals. Edwards, […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been so close yet so far away two years in a row now. The team lost in the Western Conference Finals for the second straight season. After their loss last season, big changes were made in the offseason. The team traded Karl-Anthony Towns for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. Even more drastic […]

Anthony Edwards watched his NBA title pursuit end Wednesday. He and the Minnesota Timberwolves fell 124-94 to the Oklahoma City Thunder, sealing their NBA playoffs fate. Edwards drew eyes and ears with some startling comments after the game, though — prompting Lou Williams to send a warning. He told reporters he wasn’t “hurt” from losing in […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves will do their best to return all of Julius Randle, Naz Reid, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker this offseason, but one or more of those potential free agents seem likely to walk in free agency. Alexander-Walker is an unrestricted free agent, whereas Randle and Reid have player options on their contracts. Reid will likely […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley revealed an emotional message from his wife following the team’s season-ending loss in the Western Conference Finals. After the Timberwolves fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-94 in Game 5, Conley shared that his wife, Mary, sent him a three-word text: “I’m so sorry.” “Her three words were, ‘I’m so […]

On Wednesday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ season came to an end with a blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. The loss brought to an end what had been an unexpectedly successful playoff run for Minnesota, who lost in Game 5 of the conference finals for the […]

Rudy Gobert’s performance in the Western Conference Final has received criticism from the majority of Minnesota Timberwolves fans. As a result, some of the fans are suggesting finding a suitable trade destination for the tall Frenchman. There is no doubt that the 32-year-old shotblocker still has some gas left in the tank, and the final […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves were just eliminated from the Western Conference Finals by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Unfortunately for Timberwolves fans, this may have been the team’s best shot at winning the championship. Minnesota had arguably the best eight-man rotation in the NBA. Their starting five consisted of Anthony Edwards, Mike Conley, Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle, […]