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Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards.

Edwards' confidence still soaring even on star-studded Team USA

After the second team practice in Las Vegas, Anthony Edwards said he can be the team's No. 1 option, but the Wolves star is also OK even if he doesn't play with a group that features several Hall of Famers.

McLaughlin leaving Timberwolves, agrees to one-year deal with Kings

July 7
Guard Jordan McLaughlin (6), who spent the past five seasons with the Wolves, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings.
Guard Jordan McLaughlin, who became a fan favorite with his selfless play and quick pace handling the ball, averaged 4.4 points per game during his five-year Wolves tenure.

Antetokounmpo, Greece head to Olympics. Brazil, Spain, Puerto Rico join them in Paris Games field

July 7
Greece's Giannis Antetokounmpo, reacts after his team qualified for the Paris Olympics, eliminating Croatia, in a FIBA qualifying basketball final Sun
Giannis Antetokounmpo is now an Olympian.
Sports
July 6
Chris Engler was diagnosed with ALS in May 2021.

Reusse: Former Gopher, NBA player Engler persisting in battle with ALS

Chris Engler and his wife, Cara, are hopeful for ongoing treatments to slow ALS and perhaps — 80-plus years after the death of Lou Gehrig — that researchers will find the big answer.
Wolves
July 6
Several young Timberwolves will be vying for playing time next season, including (clockwise from upper left): Leonard Miller, Rob Dillingham, Josh Min

What will Timberwolves' depth look like next season?

After relying on veterans for a run to the Western Conference finals, the Wolves realize it's time to fully assess their more inexperienced talent.
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Randball
July 5
Utah Jazz's Joe Ingles shoots the ball in the first half against the Timberwolves

Timberwolves in a strong NBA position as dust settles in Western Conference

With limited resources going into the offseason, the Timberwolves have managed to improve their roster. Other major moves from their competitors have helped give definition to their place in the Western Conference.
Wolves
July 4
Minnesota Timbwerwloves General Manger Tim Connelly (center) posed with draft picks Leonard Miller left and Jaylen Clark Monday June 26,2023 in Minnea

Clark one of many young Wolves awaiting their shot to contribute

Jaylen Clark, a 2023 second-round pick, didn't play much as a rookie but he believes the end of the bench is full of potential.
Wolves
July 3
Former USC guard Bronny James takes questions from the media as he's introduced as a Los Angeles Lakers draft pick at a news conference in El Segundo,

Reusse: Minnesota basketball fans, envy the Lakers no longer

The Lakers have had plenty of success in L.A. since leaving Minneapolis but after this year's draft, the Timberwolves have the upper hand.
Karl-Anthiny Towns, D’Angelo Russell and Jaden McDaniels model the new City Edition uniforms.
Minnesota Timberwolves uniforms Minnesota Timberwolves unveil newest 'City Edition' uniforms. What do you think?
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Take a look and share your thoughts about the latest uniform in the MN Timberwolves collection.
Wolves
July 3
New Timberwolves guards Terrence Shannon Jr., left, and Rob Dillingham chat after a news conference Wednesday at Target Center.

Timberwolves draft choices arrive in Minneapolis

Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr. are eager to join a title-contending team in the NBA.
Wolves
July 3
Jazz forward Joe Ingles drives to the basket during the first half

Wolves sign NBA veteran Ingles

Joe Ingles, a 6-9 native of Australia, played eight of his 10 seasons with the Utah Jazz. The Wolves also added guard PJ Dozier on a one-year deal.
Wolves
July 2
Monte Morris joined the Timberwolves at the trade deadline last season.

Former Wolves guard Monte Morris headed for Phoenix

Morris came to Minnesota at last year's trade deadline.
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Minnesota Timberwolves profile Minnesota Timberwolves' Edwards enters pivotal third season in NBA
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There's more in store for budding star Anthony Edwards, who added bulk to his frame in the offseason to help him attack the basket more for the MN Timberwolves.
Wolves
July 2
Kyle Anderson was a key player for the Timberwolves the past two seasons.

Kyle Anderson departs Wolves for Golden State

The veteran forward was a key player in Minnesota the past two seasons.
Sports
July 1
All eyes were on Suni Lee during her beam routine Friday at Target Center.

Souhan: As sporting host, Twin Cities has had its own little run

From Olympic gymnastics to NBA conference finals and more, Minnesota has had a hot streak as host.
Wolves
July 1
Wolves center Luka Garza dunks against Toronto on April 3 at Target Center.

Wolves bringing back center Garza on a two-year deal

Luka Garza, a reserve center from Iowa, was promoted to a full-time roster spot late last season.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards smiles during warm ups prior to an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets, Saturday, Nov. 5, 202
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Olympics
July 1
Suni Lee of St. Paul celebrates with teammates after being introduced as a member of the U.S. Olympic team in women's gymnastics at Target Center on J

These Minnesotans are headed to the Paris Olympics

Swimmer Regan Smith of Lakeville, gymnast Suni Lee and a pair of pro basketball stars lead the contingent of athletes with Minnesota ties representing Team USA at the Summer Games.
Wolves
June 30
Wolves forward Kyle Anderson, left, is reportedly seeking close to the midlevel exception in NBA free agency.

Wolves might be preparing for life without Kyle Anderson

Wolves reserve forward Kyle Anderson is reportedly seeking a contract richer than the team might be willing to pay.
Wolves
June 29
The same motivation Tim Connelly and the Wolves had in making the deal to snag Rob Dillingham is the same one that will prevent them from signing any

Menacing 'second apron' looms over Wolves as free agency opens

Wolves Insider: As the team heads into the luxury tax, a wrinkle of the collective bargaining agreement limits Tim Connelly's ability to maneuver in free agency.
Sports
June 28
Lynx assistant coach Ed Prohofsky poses with players, from left, Chandi Jones, Eshaya Murphy, Navond Moore, Tamika Raymond (moving Prohofsky's arms fr

Ed Prohofsky, state basketball coach for five decades from high schools to Timberwolves and Lynx, dead at 90

Ed Prohofsky's legacy includes helping Minnesota begin sanctioning adapted high school sports.
Gophers Basketball
June 27
Cam Christie played one season for the Gophers before entering the NBA draft.

Gophers guard Cam Christie drafted by Los Angeles Clippers

Christie was the 46th overall pick in the NBA draft after one season of college basketball.
Wolves
June 27
Matt Lloyd, the Timberwolves' senior vice president of basketball operations, was full of praise for General Manager Tim Connelly's Wednesday draft de

Timberwolves' second-day draft deals don't add players but save cash

The team's moves Thursday night during the draft's first day to obtain guards Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr. addressed a need for ballhandlers who can break down defenses and score.
Wolves
June 27
Tim Connelly, left, spoke with Timberwolves owner Glen and Becky Taylor before Game 4 of the Western Conference finals in May. With his latest trade a

Souhan: Wheeler-dealer Connelly has made Wolves not just successful but fascinating

Picking up Rob Dillingham without losing a roster player was just another draft for Minnesota's boldest sports boss.
Wolves
June 27
Terrence Shannon Jr. testified during his trial on June 12 in Lawrence, Kan.

Timberwolves have no qualms about drafting Shannon

Former Illinois standout Terrence Shannon Jr. played last season under cloud of pending trial.
Wolves
June 27
Wendell Moore Jr. played only briefly for the Timberwolves, and was traded to Detroit in a cost-cutting measure Thursday.

Timberwolves trade Wendell Moore to Detroit

The move opens up a roster spot for the team, which didn't make a second round pick.