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Anthony Edwards is the face of the Minnesota Timberwolves and he has been having a stellar offseason representing Team USA at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. An explosive scorer who became a first-time All-Star this past year, Edwards has cemented himself as one of the better offensive talents in the league at just 22 years […]

Analytics have never been more popular in sports and the NBA is one of the many leagues around the world whose teams are utilizing the data to gain a competitive advantage against the opponent. The Minnesota Timberwolves are one of those teams and head coach Chris Finch, appearing on The Old Man & The Three […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is raising eyebrows for his performance with Team USA during the FIBA World Cup tournament. Edwards has put on several virtuoso performances for Team USA, and his play has caused one NBA insider to make a bold declaration that will have Timberwolves fans beaming with pride. Recently, NBA player-turned-analyst Kendrick […]

Let’s not beat around the bush – Minnesota is not exactly the easiest place to sell to NBA players who have the option to play in Miami, New York or Los Angeles. The fact that the Timberwolves have been perennially unsuccessful during their three decades or so in the league doesn’t help either, and with […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is currently overseas with Team USA at the FIBA World Cup. On Sunday, Team USA shockingly lost to Lithuania, and afterwards, Edwards was the victim of some internet trolling after an old quote was dug up predicting the opposite outcome. Earlier in the tournament, Anthony Edwards was asked about his […]

Whenever the FIBA World Cup rolls around, there’s always a debate between the differences between their play and the play in the NBA. While they still play the same sport, there are many rule differences that make a major difference. In particular, there’s a big difference between defense in both leagues. It’s subtle, but it’s […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are circling the wagons in preparation for what could be a 2023 campaign for the ages. With Rudy Gobert holding down the fort inside the paint and beyond, the former Defensive Player of the Year is feeling confident heading into 2023. The Timberwolves and their fans are currently watching the evolution of […]

Team USA maintained its undefeated record in the 2023 FIBA World Cup with a win over Montenegro by a score of 85-73, but it wasn’t pretty. Anthony Edwards led the way for the Americans with 17 points but wasn’t pulling his weight to start out. Montenegro led at halftime and was down by just one […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards may be putting his franchise on the map, but that isn’t stopping fellow NBA players from encouraging him to get out. Recently, Philadelphia 76ers guard Patrick Beverley revealed his opinion on Edwards’ rising profile and how it relates to his future in Minnesota. Beverley stopped by the Gils Arena Show podcast […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are considered to be a team on the rise. At some point, Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and company will need to translate that potential to playoff victories. Edwards’s play in the FIBA World Cup has drawn the attention of superstars like Paul George. The movie star and star guard Edwards made a […]

Karl-Anthony Towns has proved that he is one of the most elite big men in the NBA. He is a three-time All-Star, a two-time All-NBA Third Team player, an All-Rookie First Team player, and also a former NBA Rookie of the Year. Given Towns’ accomplishments under the bright lights of the NBA, have you ever […]

Minnesota Timberwolves star shooting guard Anthony Edwards has turned heads with his performance in his third year in the NBA. Even his peers are taking notice of his game’s elevation to a higher level during the 2022-23 campaign, and among them is Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George, who had nothing but great things to […]

Team USA is experiencing all sights and sounds in Manila, as they continue their campaign to reclaim basketball glory in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Speaking of which, Anthony Edwards had a hilarious exchange with a shrieking fan in the middle of a game against Greece on Monday. While Anthony Edwards was trying to make […]

The 2023 FIBA World Cup is well underway now, and two of the biggest stars representing their respective countries at the tournament are Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Edwards has emerged as the leader of a talented USA squad, while Gilgeous-Alexander is clearly leading the way for Canada amid their hot start to the action. […]

Latvia beat France 88-86 on Sunday in group play at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, sending Les Bleus to a stunning elimination from podium contention just two games into a competition they were considered favorites to medal. Making matters even worse for the French? The Latvians defeated them without team leader and Boston Celtics star […]

Anthony Edwards is one hell of a guy. The Minnesota Timberwolves star is never afraid to say what’s on his mind at all times. Sometimes, though, these comments get him in some hot water. Recently, Anthony Edwards’ comments about coming off the bench for Team USA went viral. Here’s the quote: “I mean, of course […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards continues to receive praise from those involved with Team USA at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Miami Heat coach and Team USA assistant Erik Spoelstra is the latest person to give Anthony Edwards an eye-opening compliment. Spoelstra did so by comparing the Timberwolves star to Dwyane Wade. Spoelstra was an […]

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is ascending rapidly in his career, especially if his latest performances for Team USA are any indication. But one aspect of Edwards’ game that has always been top-notch is his humor. More and more of Edwards’ peers in the NBA are discovering this firsthand, with Indiana Pacers floor general Tyrese […]

Minnesota Timberwolves fans haven’t had much to be excited about since their team entered the NBA in 1989. The team has only made the playoffs 11 times in 35 seasons and has only won two playoff series, both of which came in 2004 when they made the Western Conference Finals. Nonetheless, Timberwolves fans have something […]

Disgruntled Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden was just hit with a $100,000 fine after calling Daryl Morey a “liar” over his contract and trade situation. Harden is upset with Morey and the Sixers because he thought they were going to take care of him with a max contract in the 2023 offseason after he took […]

The 2023 FIBA World Cup beckons, as one of the most prestigious international tournaments in basketball tips off on Friday, August 25, at 4 AM ET. During this tournament, 32 of the best basketball countries all over the globe compete for the crown — with Team USA standing out as the favorite, as per usual, […]

Team USA may have taken home a 99-91 victory over Germany in their final showcase game before heading to Manila, Philippines for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, but it wasn’t an easy win — not by any means. They fell down by as many as 16 points before mounting a strong comeback, with Minnesota Timberwolves […]

Damian Lillard wants to be traded to the Miami Heat. Talks are progressing slowly, however. Lillard is currently still with the Portland Trail Blazers. Bill Simmons believes the Minnesota Timberwolves are a team that Lillard should consider amid the Heat-Blazers talks uncertainty. Simmons recently explained his reasoning during an episode of his podcast, per The […]

Team USA basketball just wrapped up their five-game exhibition series ahead of the FIBA World Cup with a comeback victory over Germany. Anthony Edwards shined for the United States squad with a 34-point performance, and put the stamp on it with a massive poster dunk over Daniel Theis. Edwards described the dunk on the Minnesota […]

It was only an exhibition game for Team USA, one that has no impact on their record or status for the 2023 FIBA World Cup. But what Anthony Edwards was able to accomplish on Sunday against Germany further proves that he is ready to become one of the best overall players in the NBA, as […]

The Team USA men’s basketball team played its final FIBA World Cup exhibition game against Germany on Sunday. Team USA won the game by a final score of 99-91, thanks largely to the play of Minnesota Timberwolves star guard Anthony Edwards. Edwards finished with a team-high 34 points for the game, with 14 of his […]

Minnesota Timberwolves fans have to be hyped about Anthony Edwards dominating for Team USA in preparation for the FIBA World Cup. Stephen A Smith is hopping aboard the hype train, claiming that Anthony Edwards is on the trajectory of becoming a face of the NBA, reports ESPN’s First Take. "If he develops a consistent jump […]

Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards is breaking out for Team USA ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup. In his most recent display of dominance on the floor, Edwards led the United States to a come-from-behind 99-91 win over Germany on Sunday in Abu Dhabi. Down by 16 in the second half, the Americans […]

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is enjoying his time off this summer. Like many other stars, he opted not to join Team USA in the FIBA World Cup. However, that doesn’t mean he hasn’t been watching the young American squad play. After Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards dropped 34 points en route to a 99-91 […]

Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards has always been known for his comedy chops in addition to his on-court talents. Following Edwards’ virtuoso performance in Team USA’s win over Germany on Sunday, the Timberwolves star trolled FIBA teammate and Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton on the bus ride home. “I hope y’all listening. If he […]

Team USA continued their impressive stretch of winning in their tune-ups for the 2023 FIBA World Cup with a 99-91 victory over Germany on Sunday afternoon. The Americans went on an 18-0 run during a six-minute stretch in the fourth quarter after having trailed by as many as 16 points earlier in the second half, […]

Team USA was in trouble in their final 2023 FIBA World Cup showcase game against Germany on Sunday in Abu Dhabi, but Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards helped save the day with a monster performance, including multiple clutch baskets down the stretch. Edwards’ dominance caught the eye of LeBron James and many others on social […]

During an interview, Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards confirmed why Kevin Durant is his favorite player of all time, whom he placed on his top-five players ever over LeBron James. “[Durant] just loves the game,” Edwards said while adding that he shares the same attitude that KD has towards the game of basketball.  “He just […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards revealed his top-5 list of NBA players of all time, but he snubbed a popular candidate for the greatest player of all time in Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Edwards shared his five choices, via Heir. Anthony Edwards' top 5 NBA players of all-time: Michael JordanKobe BryantShaquille O'NealAllen IversonKevin […]

One of the most heated subplots thus far of the 2023 NBA offseason is James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers’ continued standoff on the trade front. Harden appears to have reached the end of his rope, as he remains with the team after the Sixers front office decided to pull the plug on talks between […]

Karl-Anthony Towns may be at a crossroads when it comes to his career trajectory with the Minnesota Timberwolves, but his international career with the Dominican Republic seems to be taking off. After much thought, Towns decided to rejoin his national team for the first time since 2013, giving them a much better chance of reaching […]

Anthony Edwards is making the most of his Team USA team. The young Minnesota Timberwolves star is having an impressive stint with the national team. In fact, his efforts against Spain in their most recent game led to a win. Edwards was active on both ends, showing growth in areas that he previously struggled in. […]

Despite losing in their opening play-in game against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Minnesota Timberwolves ended up grabbing the eighth and final playoff spot in the Western Conference and gave the eventual champion Denver Nuggets arguably the toughest series they faced all playoffs. With a budding superstar in Anthony Edwards and an established star in […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving doesn’t hesitate to give anyone their flowers, and that includes his fellow NBA fraternity members. While there are those from present and past generations that may snipe at one another, attempting to downplay the others greatness, Uncle Drew embodies the type of respect that only helps bridge relationships between his […]