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Mavericks Shut Door on Timberwolves' Kyrie Irving Hunt
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Mavericks Shut Door on Timberwolves' Kyrie Irving Hunt

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ latest attempt to add a premier point guard hit a wall when Dallas made it clear that Kyrie Irving is not for sale. The Mavericks’ front office delivered a single, unambiguous message to every team that inquired: “Kyrie's not available, and the Mavericks are not actively looking to trade him. They have not put him on the trade block.” That response effectively ends any realistic pathway for Minnesota to acquire Irving this offseason.

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Wolves eye playoff push with new-look roster after LeBron pass
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Wolves eye playoff push with new-look roster after LeBron pass

LeBron James chose the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, ending a month-long free-agency battle that saw Minnesota throw every possible lever at the 41-year-old. The decision leaves the Timberwolves without the veteran championship spark they hoped to add alongside Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert. With the LeBron pursuit over, General Manager Tim Connelly turned to the roster he now controls, emphasizing that a "new-look" squad will emerge for training camp.

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Timberwolves eye Mario Hezonja as power-forward solution
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Timberwolves eye Mario Hezonja as power-forward solution

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the offseason with a clear void at power forward after moving Julius Randle and Naz Reid. The team already boasts a solid backcourt and wing core, but the departure of those frontcourt pieces left a noticeable gap in size and rebounding. Front office decision-makers are now focused on finding a player who can stretch the floor while still providing a physical presence inside.

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Timberwolves' Championship Window: Is the Edwards-Gobert Core Enough?
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Timberwolves' Championship Window: Is the Edwards-Gobert Core Enough?

The Minnesota Timberwolves are once again facing the perennial question: do they possess the necessary firepower to contend for an NBA championship next season? This query takes on added weight as the team navigates a landscape of significant financial commitments and recent roster adjustments. With the franchise having made deep playoff runs in consecutive seasons, including a Western Conference Finals appearance in 2024, the pressure to break through is palpable.

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Timberwolves Find a Quiet Gem in Rookie Trey Kaufman-Renn
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Timberwolves Find a Quiet Gem in Rookie Trey Kaufman-Renn

Trey Kaufman-Renn arrived in Minneapolis for the Timberwolves’ Summer League camp and immediately showed a preference for substance over spotlight. When asked, “Have you been able to explore the city (Minneapolis) at all?” he replied, “(The hotel) most of the time you know. I went to the public library that we have here that was really cool but I’m just chillin’ in the (hotel).” He added, “I wanted to go in, it actually clears my mind a lot, but I like looking at the philosophy section and seeing what they have... especially during the draft I’d always go to like a Barnes and Noble.” The library habit mirrors the quiet focus he brings to the hardwood.

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Timberwolves trade Towns to dodge second-apron cap
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Timberwolves trade Towns to dodge second-apron cap

In the fall of 2024, the Minnesota Timberwolves turned a historic Western Conference Finals run into a roster reset by sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks. In return the Wolves received Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick, a move driven by the NBA’s newly instituted second apron, a salary-cap line that tightens luxury-tax penalties for teams that exceed it.

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Pullin’s Summer League Surge Earns Wolves Roster Spot
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Pullin’s Summer League Surge Earns Wolves Roster Spot

Zyon Pullin secured a place on Minnesota’s roster for the upcoming season after a dominant Summer League performance that capped with a convincing victory over the Indiana Pacers. Head coach Nathan Bubes praised Pullin’s presence, noting that having him on the bench feels like a pivotal factor for a first-time head coach. The coach highlighted Pullin’s ability to run the offense and make critical decisions, suggesting that his guidance could shape the team’s identity moving forward.

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Edwards Says He Respects LeBron and Wants to Lead Wolves
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Edwards Says He Respects LeBron and Wants to Lead Wolves

Anthony Edwards opened up about his feelings toward LeBron James in a candid interview, emphasizing the deep respect he holds for the NBA legend. He explained that the admiration goes beyond the highlights that dominate highlight reels and that studying LeBron’s approach to the game has become a personal motivator. Edwards said that being able to discuss his respect openly with teammates helps him embody the leadership role he aspires to within the Minnesota organization.

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Ex-Cav Star Courts Rich Paul on LeBron's Fit with Timberwolves
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Ex-Cav Star Courts Rich Paul on LeBron's Fit with Timberwolves

Former Cleveland forward Kevin Love, a longtime teammate of LeBron James, spent a recent week on the Minnesota Timberwolves’ practice floor. The purpose was to give Rich Paul and his agency a tangible sense of how the former King would blend with the Wolves’ young core. Love ran through pick-and-roll actions with Anthony Edwards and exchanged passes with rookie Jaden Ivey, offering a live illustration of how a veteran point-forward could coexist with Minnesota’s emerging scorers.

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Tim Connelly courts LeBron James to join Edwards and Ball in Minnesota
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Tim Connelly courts LeBron James to join Edwards and Ball in Minnesota

Tim Connelly, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ President of Basketball Operations, went public with a direct invitation to LeBron James. After trading Naz Reid for LaMelo Ball, the Wolves now field a backcourt anchored by Anthony Edwards and the newly acquired Ball. Connelly framed the outreach as a personal call, positioning Minnesota as the most enticing destination among the five finalists still vying for the NBA’s most coveted free agent.

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LaMelo Ball joins Wolves, aims to unlock Gobert
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LaMelo Ball joins Wolves, aims to unlock Gobert

LaMelo Ball was formally introduced by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, July 14, after the Hornets sent the point guard and Josh Green to Minnesota in exchange for Naz Reid, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030) and three second-round selections. The trade gives Minnesota a proven playmaker while costing a promising young big and a slate of future assets.

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NFL Rankings and Moves Ignite Debate
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NFL Rankings and Moves Ignite Debate

Lamar Jackson’s recent slide on the NFL Top 100 list has sparked a heated conversation among analysts and fans alike. Observers question whether the criteria used to determine the rankings adequately reflect a player’s impact, especially when recent team performance and individual production are weighed against the expectations set by a prior MVP campaign. The discussion underscores how perception can shift quickly in a league where every game influences reputation.

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Timberwolves emerge as top free-agency destination for LeBron James
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Timberwolves emerge as top free-agency destination for LeBron James

LeBron James entered free agency with a clear decision: he will not re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers. The market quickly narrowed to a handful of teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers and Golden State Warriors. Former NBA insider David Aldridge argued that the Minnesota Timberwolves represent the most logical fit, writing that “in the absence of that, the best spot is Minnesota.”

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Warriors Lead Bidding War for Former Laker Star
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Warriors Lead Bidding War for Former Laker Star

The Golden State Warriors have positioned themselves at the center of a high-profile free-agency contest for a former Los Angeles Lakers superstar. Reports indicate that the organization is prepared to commit a substantial amount of salary space to secure the veteran, placing them in direct competition with the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers, each of which has expressed clear interest in adding the seasoned talent to their rosters.

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Timberwolves Ink Duke Star Isaiah Evans to Four-Year Deal
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Timberwolves Ink Duke Star Isaiah Evans to Four-Year Deal

The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially signed Duke product Isaiah Evans to a four-year contract. The deal locks in the 33rd overall pick from the 2026 NBA Draft. This signing was finalized this past weekend, after Evans’ draft rights were acquired by the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves may have gotten a steal with the No. 33 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft when they took Isaiah Evans out of Duke after he spent two seasons with the Blue Devils.

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Timberwolves Salary Cap

Full contracts → Draft history
Total Cap $262.0M
Cap Space -$97.0M
Est. Tax Bill $0
Dead Cap $0
#PlayerPosAgeTypeCap HitGuaranteed
1Anthony EdwardsSG25DRK-EXT$48.9M$48.9M
2Rudy GobertC34VET-EXT$36.5M$36.5M
3Julius RandlePF32FA$33.3M$33.3M
4Jaden McDanielsPF26RK-EXT$26.2M$26.2M
5Naz ReidC27FA$23.3M$23.3M
6Donte DiVincenzoSG30FA$12.5M$12.5M
7Joan BeringerC20RK-1ST$4.4M$4.4M
8Terrence Shannon Jr.SG26RK-1ST$2.8M$2.8M
9Julian PhillipsSF23RK-2ND$2.4M$2.4M

Salary data via Spotrac. Updated daily.