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2 Key Factors Driving the Wolves’ Incredible Playoff Defense

The Timberwolves held the Suns under 100 points twice, forced 34 turnovers, and limited Phoenix’s Big 3 through the first two games. How are they doing it?

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Timberwolves Forward Naz Reid Named NBA Sixth Man of the Year

The fan favorite averaged a career-high 13.5 points per game and shot 41.4% from 3 while showcasing much improved defense across 81 invaluable appearances for the Wolves.

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Wolves 105, Suns 93: They Got KD, But We Got Jaden McDaniels

Jaden McDaniels led all scorers with 25 points to give the Timberwolves a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Suns, who got 20 points from Devin Booker and 18 from Kevin Durant.

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Playoff Game Preview #2: Wolves vs. Suns

Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves will take their home floor in Game 2 looking to seize commanding 2-0 series lead with a win over Kevin Durant and the Suns.

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Reacts: What Do Wolves Need to Continue to Do to Win Playoff Series vs. Suns?

The Timberwolves struck first with a resounding 120-95 win over the Suns in Game 1. In this week’s survey, we’re asking fans what they need to see continue in order for the Wolves to win a series for the first time since 2004.

What Fueled the Wolves’ Dominant Game 1 Win Over the Suns?

The Minnesota Timberwolves earned a resounding 25-point victory over the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 of their Western Conference Quarterfinals matchup. How did the Wolves turn it around after being swept in the regular season?

Wolves 120, Suns 95: Underdogs? Hell NAW

Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with a game-high 33 points, while Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 18 off the bench to secure a Game 1 win over the Suns, who got 31 from Kevin Durant.

Playoff Game Preview #1: Wolves vs. Suns

No national media outlets have picked the Timberwolves to defeat the Suns in the first round of the postseason. Do the perennial underdogs stand a chance? Absolutely.

Minnesota Timberwolves 2023-24 Regular Season Superlatives

Before the Wolves kick off their playoff series against the Suns on Saturday, let’s enjoy all the best moments of a historic 2023-24 season from Anthony Edwards, Naz Reid and Co.

Minnesota Timberwolves Bench: 2023-24 Regular Season Report Card

Led by Sixth Man of the Year frontrunner Naz Reid and defensive stopper Nickeil Alexander-Walker, how did Timberwolves’ bench fare in their final report card of the regular season?

Canis Pulsus - Vol. 33: Final Grades & Postseason Predictions

How did Timberwolves fans grade players for the 2023-24 regular season? Are they confident about the first-round playoff series against the Phoenix Suns? Find out!

Series Preview Guide: #3 Timberwolves vs. #6 Suns

Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, Rudy Gobert and the Wolves will look to advance out of the first round as they face Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal and a Suns team they are 0-3 against this season.

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Looking Through the Prism of Timberwolves Past Reveals How the 2023-24 Team Came to Be

Who are the 2023-24 Timberwolves? If you look deeper at each player from different angles, you’ll some names and faces that made it all possible.

Minnesota Timberwolves Starters: 2023-24 Regular Season Report Card

Before the playoffs begin, it’s time to look back on the regular season report card for Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, Rudy Gobert and the rest of the Timberwolves starters.

An Opposing Fan’s Perspective on the Timberwolves/Suns Playoff Series

John Voita of SB Nation’s Bright Side of the Sun offers his view of Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and the Wolves/Suns first round series in the Western Conference Playoffs.

Report: Anthony Edwards to Represent United States at 2024 Paris Olympics

Wolves star Anthony Edwards has been selected to make the final 12-man roster to represent the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.

How Might the Lynx Fill Out Their 2024 Opening Night Roster?

The Lynx have nine players on full-time contracts heading into training camp. With up to three more spots left on the rotation, we dive into who the contenders may be.

‘Everywhere I Went, I Left a Mark’: Lynx Legend Seimone Augustus Reflects on Career, Upcoming Hall of Fame Induction

The Minnesota Lynx great sat down with Mitchell Hansen on the Hitting the Hardwood podcast to talk about her 2024 Hall of Fame induction and her basketball career.

Minnesota Lynx Land Alissa Pili, Kiki Jefferson in 2024 WNBA Draft

After a trade on the eve of the 2024 WNBA Draft, the Lynx ended up selecting two players to add to the roster, one in the first round and one in the third.

Minnesota Lynx Select Alissa Pili With No. 8 Pick in 2024 WNBA Draft

The 6-foot-2 wing starred at the University of Utah, where she was a two-time AP All-American selection and one of the most impressive and efficient scorers in college basketball.

Canis Pulsus - Vol. 33: Final Grades & Postseason Predictions

Get your regular season grades and playoff predictions in so we have your receipts!

Lynx Offseason Update Vol. 29: McBride Earns MVP For EuroLeague Champion Fenerbahçe

Each week, we will provide an update on the Minnesota Lynx players overseas and how they are performing as part of our Lynx Offseason Update series.

Minnesota Lynx Announce Federated Insurance as Jersey Patch Partner

The Lynx are partnering with Federated Insurance, a Minnesota company based out of Owatonna, to be the organization’s Jersey Patch Partner with a focus on local ties and elevating women’s sports in local communities.

Suns 125, Wolves 106: Suns Big 3 is Too Much for the Timberwolves Again

Bradley Beal, Devin Booker, and Kevin Durant combine for 74 points as they blow out the Timberwolves for the third-straight game

Game Preview #82: Wolves vs. Suns

Karl-Anthony Towns and the Timberwolves will look to take down Kevin Durant and the Suns in the regular season finale in order to stay alive in the race for the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference Playoffs.

Lynx Acquire Sika Koné, Three Picks From Sky For Nikolina Milić, No. 7 Pick

Minnesota will also acquire the No. 8 pick in the Monday’s WNBA Draft, a 2025 second-round pick and rights to swap 2026 first-round picks with Chicago.

Potential Timberwolves Playoff Scenarios Entering the Regular Season Finale

With a win and a loss by either the Thunder or Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves can retake the top spot in the Western Conference

The Back-to-Back Pack: How the Wolves Have Developed Culture With Tired Legs

The Minnesota Timberwolves will finish the 2024 season with an 8-5 record on the second night of back-to-backs, a sign of their tremendous grit.

Wolves 109, Hawks 106: Gobert’s 25 Points, 19 Rebounds Secure Crucial Win

Rudy Gobert dominated with 25 points, 19 rebounds and five blocks to help defeat Atlanta in his fellow big man Karl-Anthony Towns’ return to the floor from a torn left meniscus.

Game Preview #81: Wolves vs. Hawks

Fresh off a brutal loss in Denver, the Timberwolves are back home for the final two games of the regular season, with Karl-Anthony Towns set to return Friday against Trae Young and Atlanta.

How Can Karl-Anthony Towns Optimize His Game in His Return From Injury?

After missing the last 18 games with a left meniscus tear, Timberwolves star Towns is set to play on Friday night against the Hawks. So how can he optimize his return to the floor?

Nuggets 116, Wolves 107: A Second Half Collapse Sinks Minnesota’s Chances For No. 1 Seed

Despite 25 points from Anthony Edwards, the Timberwolves didn’t have enough to stop a near-40-point triple-double from Nikola Jokić, and lost control of the No. 1 seed in the West.

Game Preview #80: Wolves at Nuggets

Anthony Edwards leads the Timberwolves into Denver, where they’ll look to defeat two-time MVP Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets and gain inside positioning in the race for the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference Playoffs.

Lynx Offseason Update Vol. 28: McBride and Collier Near a Title in Turkey, Juhász Has Balanced Outing

Each week, we will provide an update on the Minnesota Lynx players overseas and how they are performing as part of our Lynx Offseason Update series.

Wolves 130, Wizards 121: Ant Scores a Career-High 51 Points to Lead 21-Point Comeback

Anthony Edwards scored a career-high 51 points with 50 Cent sitting courtside as the Timberwolves overcame a Naz Reid ejection and a 21-point deficit to down Corey Kispert and the Wizards.