Thursday, May 16 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:00:33 GMT
The Minnesota Timberwolves are hoping All-Star forward Kevin Love can bring them luck at this year's NBA Draft Lottery. The Wolves have a 1.7 percent chance of getting the first overall draft pick.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are hoping All-Star forward Kevin Love can bring them luck at this year's NBA Draft Lottery. The Wolves have a 1.7 percent chance of getting the first overall draft pick and are currently slotted No. 9 overall.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 8:48 AM EDT2013-04-30 12:48:58 GMT
On Monday, former Timberwolves player Jason Collins made a historic announcement by coming out as gay -- and another former team member, Chris Carr, is commending him for it.
On Monday, former Timberwolves player Jason Collins made a historic announcement by coming out as gay -- and another former team member, Chris Carr, is commending him for it.
Friday, April 26 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-04-26 15:55:06 GMT
David Kahn will be fired and Flip Saunders will be hired as the Minnesota Timberwolves' next president of basketball operations, NBA.com's Steve Aschburner reported Friday.
David Kahn will be fired and Flip Saunders will be hired as the Minnesota Timberwolves' next president of basketball operations, NBA.com's Steve Aschburner reported Friday.
Thursday, April 18 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-04-18 17:21:22 GMT
So the Timberwolves finished their season with a 31-51 record. Back in September I wrote a piece titled "5 questions for 2012". Let's see how my five big questions played out.
So the Timberwolves finished their season with a 31-51 record. Back in September I wrote a piece titled "5 questions for 2012". Let's see how my five big questions played out.
Tuesday, April 9 2013 10:10 AM EDT2013-04-09 14:10:29 GMT
The Timberwolves announced Monday that forward Kevin Love will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on his left knee this week and will miss the remainder of the season.
The Timberwolves announced Monday that forward Kevin Love will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on his left knee this week and will miss the remainder of the season.
Monday, April 1 2013 11:13 PM EDT2013-04-02 03:13:49 GMT
"I thought it was a really good win. It's a tough game. They had a lot of guys out," said head coach Rick Adelman. "They really didn't have an answer for Pek. "
"I thought it was a really good win. It's a tough game. They had a lot of guys out," said head coach Rick Adelman. "They really didn't have an answer for Pek. "
Thursday, March 28 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-03-28 16:16:25 GMT
The last time the Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, "This is Why I'm Hot" by Mims was at the top of the Billboard charts and "300" was the number one movie in the country.
The last time the Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, "This is Why I'm Hot" by Mims was at the top of the Billboard charts and "300" was the number one movie in the country.
Wolves president Chris Wright meets with Tom on the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about this injury-ridden season and what's next for the team and the franchise.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 9:22 AM EST2013-03-05 14:22:08 GMT
It didn't happen until the fourth quarter, but the Miami Heat pulled away with a victory at the Target Center that built to a 15-win streak and set a franchise record.
It didn't happen until the fourth quarter, but the Miami Heat pulled away with a victory at the Target Center that built to a 15-win streak and set a franchise record.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 9:07 AM EST2013-03-05 14:07:56 GMT
13-year-old Tess Mountain had the chance to meet her idol, Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade, before Monday night's Timberwolves game.
13-year-old Tess Mountain had the chance to meet her idol, Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade, before Monday night's Timberwolves game. Mountain suffers from a rare genetic condition called CFC syndrome that affects the heart, facial features and skin. But her passion for the Miami Heat never falters.
Wednesday, February 20 2013 2:12 PM EST2013-02-20 19:12:13 GMT
Timberwolves fans should start arriving to games a few minutes earlier than usual, with new, league-wide security procedures taking effect Wednesday night.
Timberwolves fans should start arriving to games a few minutes earlier than usual, with new, league-wide security procedures taking effect Wednesday night. Target Center security will be screening fans with handheld metal detectors for the remainder of the season.
Thursday, February 7 2013 5:31 PM EST2013-02-07 22:31:15 GMT
Ricky Rubio set a world record last year with his consecutive shots made from behind the basket. Dawn Mitchell has her secret weapon "backwards arching shot". Who wins when trick shot greatness gets together?
Ricky Rubio set a world record last year with his consecutive shots made from behind the basket. Dawn Mitchell has her secret weapon "backwards arching shot". Who wins when trick shot greatness gets together?
Thursday, February 7 2013 12:51 PM EST2013-02-07 17:51:54 GMT
It is typical of the Wolves game right now. Miss a shot in close and look for an official to bail you out with a foul call. When it doesn't come, cry, whine and bitch about the fact that they didn't get the call.
It is typical of the Wolves game right now. Miss a shot in close and look for an official to bail you out with a foul call. When it doesn't come, cry, whine and bitch about the fact that they didn't get the call.
Thursday, February 7 2013 12:22 AM EST2013-02-07 05:22:36 GMT
The Wolves fell a season low 10 games under .500 after their 104-94 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center on Wednesday night. The loss was the teams 13th in 15 games.
The Wolves fell a season low 10 games under .500 after their 104-94 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center on Wednesday night. The loss was the teams 13th in 15 games.
Wednesday, February 6 2013 6:23 PM EST2013-02-06 23:23:20 GMT
NBA Commissioner David Stern was in town Wednesday night for the Wolves and San Antonio game, and will take part in a meeting tomorrow with city leaders to talk about updating the Target Center.
NBA Commissioner David Stern was in town Wednesday night for the Wolves and San Antonio game, and will take part in a meeting tomorrow with city leaders to talk about updating the Target Center.
Monday, February 4 2013 11:24 PM EST2013-02-05 04:24:17 GMT
The Wolves fell to Portland 100-98 Monday night at Target Center. After falling behind by 19 in the fourth quarter, the Wolves closed the gap
The Wolves fell to Portland 100-98 Monday night at Target Center. After falling behind by 19 in the fourth quarter, the Wolves closed the gap and twice had the ball in the closing seconds with a chance to tie.
Wednesday, January 23 2013 11:51 PM EST2013-01-24 04:51:52 GMT
The shorthanded Timberwolves are climbing an uphill battle the way it is. They don't need additional hurdles to clear. That is exactly what they got Wednesday night in their 91-83 loss to Brooklyn.
The shorthanded Timberwolves are climbing an uphill battle the way it is. They don't need additional hurdles to clear. That is exactly what they got Wednesday night in their 91-83 loss to Brooklyn.
Wednesday, January 23 2013 7:35 PM EST2013-01-24 00:35:38 GMT
Brooklyn head coach P.J. Carlesimo and Wolves coach Terry Porter give their thought on the Wolves vs. Nets tilt.
PJ Carlesimo "I don't think that's a problem. They understand these guys beat us and they just beat Houston the other day. It's more about us. If we come and play the way we're capable of, we'll be okay.
Monday, January 14 2013 4:14 PM EST2013-01-14 21:14:08 GMT
Minnesota Timberwolves star forward Kevin Love has re-fractured his third metacarpal in his right hand. Love received an MRI Saturday afternoon that confirmed the injury, which took place during the third
Minnesota Timberwolves star forward Kevin Love has re-fractured his third metacarpal in his right hand. Love received an MRI Saturday afternoon that confirmed the injury, which took place during the third
Thursday, January 10 2013 9:05 AM EST2013-01-10 14:05:33 GMT
First the team learned late Wednesday afternoon that all-star forward Kevin Love will require surgery on his injured right hand that will keep him out for 8-10 weeks.
The news has gone from bad to worse for the Timberwolves in the past 24 hours. First the team learned late Wednesday afternoon that all-star forward Kevin Love will require surgery on his injured right hand that will keep him out for 8-10 weeks.
Friday, January 4 2013 10:31 AM EST2013-01-04 15:31:15 GMT
If the Timberwolves are going to be a playoff team, they are going to need road wins against teams like Denver. They did so on the back end of a two game road trip Thursday night 101-97.
If the Timberwolves are going to be a playoff team, they are going to need road wins against teams like Denver. They did so on the back end of a two game road trip Thursday night 101-97.
Wednesday, December 26 2012 11:14 PM EST2012-12-27 04:14:23 GMT
The Houston Rockets entered the game against the Wolves having scored 120 points in each of their last three games. They didn't get there, but did use a 17 point 4th quarter performance from James Harden in the win.
The Houston Rockets entered the Wednesday night affair against the Wolves having scored 120 points in each of their last three games. They didn't quite get there, but did use a 17 point 4th quarter performance from James Harden to pace a 87-84 win.
Friday, December 21 2012 2:18 PM EST2012-12-21 19:18:32 GMT
Mike Stephenson died Tuesday after the latest in a series of bouts with pneumonia. Stephenson had cerebral palsy, and he was a fixture at Timberwolves games thanks to a motorized wheelchair.
Mike Stephenson died Tuesday after the latest in a series of bouts with pneumonia. Stephenson had cerebral palsy, and he was a fixture at Timberwolves games thanks to a motorized wheelchair and a computerized board that helped him communicate.
Friday, December 21 2012 8:02 AM EST2012-12-21 13:02:20 GMT
The Timberwolves used a strong first quarter to set the tone, then battled the Oklahoma City Thunder til the buzzer picking up a 99-93 win over the best team in the Western Conference
The Timberwolves used a strong first quarter to set the tone, then battled the Oklahoma City Thunder til the buzzer picking up a 99-93 win over the best team in the Western Conference
Thursday, December 20 2012 11:08 PM EST2012-12-21 04:08:30 GMT
Call them the dynamic duo, call them the Russian assassians, rookie Alexey Shved and veteran forward Andrei Kirilenko have quickly become forces on opposite ends of the floor.
Call them the dynamic duo, call them the Russian assassians, rookie Alexey Shved and veteran forward Andrei Kirilenko have quickly become forces on opposite ends of the floor.
Thursday, December 20 2012 6:24 PM EST2012-12-20 23:24:11 GMT
The Timberwolves announced today that the team has released forward Josh Howard after an MRI revealed he has a torn ACL in his right knee. The injury will sideline him for the remainder of the season.
The Timberwolves announced today that the team has released forward Josh Howard after an MRI revealed he has a torn ACL in his right knee. The injury will sideline him for the remainder of the season.
Thursday, December 20 2012 4:28 PM EST2012-12-20 21:28:15 GMT
The Timberwolves and Thunder get together tonight for an early season collision. It will be the nation's first look at the Wolves as they play on TNT and will start an hour earlier than usual at 6PM.
The Timberwolves and Thunder get together tonight for an early season collision. It will be the nation's first look at the Wolves as they play on TNT and will start an hour earlier than usual at 6PM.
Wednesday, December 19 2012 10:16 AM EST2012-12-19 15:16:36 GMT
The Timberwolves dropped back-to-back games in Florida as they fell to the Heat 103-92 a day after watching Orlando come back from a double digit deficit to beat the Wolves 102-93.
The Timberwolves dropped back-to-back games in Florida as they fell to the Heat 103-92 a day after watching Orlando come back from a double digit deficit to beat the Wolves 102-93.
Saturday, December 15 2012 11:05 PM EST2012-12-16 04:05:35 GMT
Ricky Rubio returned to the Timberwolves lineup for the first time since an ACL injury ended his season nine months ago. The return sparked the Wolves 113-106 win over Dallas in overtime.
Ricky Rubio returned to the Timberwolves lineup for the first time since an ACL injury ended his season nine months ago. The return sparked the Wolves 113-106 win over Dallas in overtime.
Thursday, December 13 2012 12:01 AM EST2012-12-13 05:01:44 GMT
The Nuggets defeated the Wolves earlier in the season in Kevin Love's return 101-94. Despite a poor shooting night from Love, the Wolves extracted some revenge with a 108-105 win.
The Nuggets defeated the Wolves earlier in the season in Kevin Love's return 101-94. Despite a poor shooting night from Love, the Wolves extracted some revenge with a 108-105 win.
Wednesday, December 12 2012 1:18 PM EST2012-12-12 18:18:38 GMT
Kevin Love regrets that his comments to Yahoo Sports, which criticized Timberwolves management, became public. Love says it's a thing of the past, and he would love to end his career in Minnesota.
Kevin Love regrets that his comments to Yahoo Sports, which criticized Timberwolves management, became public. Love says it's a thing of the past, and he would love to end his career in Minnesota.
Tuesday, December 11 2012 4:45 PM EST2012-12-11 21:45:05 GMT
While it hasn't been confirmed by anyone inside the Timberwolves organization, those who speculate for a living believe Ricky Rubio will return to the Timberwolves lineup this week.
While it hasn't been confirmed by anyone inside the Timberwolves organization, those who speculate for a living believe Ricky Rubio will return to the Timberwolves lineup this week.
Wednesday, December 5 2012 11:36 AM EST2012-12-05 16:36:33 GMT
The Timberwolves jumped out to a 34-21 lead after the first quarter then extended it to 18 at the half, cruising to a 105-88 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Timberwolves jumped out to a 34-21 lead after the first quarter then extended it to 18 at the half, cruising to a 105-88 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Wednesday, November 28 2012 6:24 PM EST2012-11-28 23:24:06 GMT
Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio has been cleared to participate in full-contact practices with no limitations after consultation with Dr. Richard Steadman in Vail, Colorado.
Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio has been cleared to participate in full-contact practices with no limitations after consultation with Dr. Richard Steadman in Vail, Colorado.
Tuesday, November 27 2012 1:42 PM EST2012-11-27 18:42:00 GMT
The Minnesota Timberwolves are holding auditions for The Pups, the team's junior hip hop squad.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are holding auditions for The Pups, the team's junior hip hop squad. The Wolves are looking for kids ages 7 to 13 with dancer experience and the courage to perform in front of a Target Center crowd.
Monday, November 26 2012 4:29 PM EST2012-11-26 21:29:02 GMT
Evidently we've got our temperatures mixed up as we gauge the Timberwolves. In our promo that is running for Friday night's game against Milwaukee, the voice over guy says "the Wolves look to stay hot". Say what?
Evidently we've got our temperatures mixed up as we gauge the Timberwolves. In our promo that is running for Friday night's game against Milwaukee, the voice over guy says "the Wolves look to stay hot". Say what?
Thursday, November 15 2012 4:11 PM EST2012-11-15 21:11:26 GMT
We catch up with Timberwolves.com guru Mark Remme for the latest edition of "Runnin' with Remme. Mark talks about the loss to the Bobcats and the injuries including his guess when we might see Kevin Love and Ricky Rubio.
We catch up with Timberwolves.com guru Mark Remme for the latest edition of "Runnin' with Remme. Mark talks about the loss to the Bobcats and the injuries including his guess when we might see Kevin Love and Ricky Rubio.
Tuesday, November 13 2012 1:47 PM EST2012-11-13 18:47:04 GMT
At 5-2, the Minnesota Timberwolves have matched their second-best record through seven games in franchise history.
At 5-2, the Minnesota Timberwolves have matched their second-best record through seven games in franchise history; off to their best start since going 6-1 in the 2001-02 season.
Monday, November 12 2012 4:22 PM EST2012-11-12 21:22:31 GMT
If you think the average Timberwolves fan can't wait until Wolves point guard Ricky Rubio returns try being Ricky.
If you think the average Timberwolves fan can't wait until Wolves point guard Ricky Rubio returns try being Ricky. He has gone through rehab every day since his surgery to repair his ACL that he tore March 9th against Los Angeles.
Monday, November 12 2012 1:15 PM EST2012-11-12 18:15:01 GMT
The Timberwolves loss on Saturday night to the Chicago Bulls should not put a damper on their good start to the season. The fact that guys continue to drop like flies due to injury is beginning to cloud
The Timberwolves loss on Saturday night to the Chicago Bulls should not put a damper on their good start to the season.
Saturday, November 10 2012 12:24 AM EST2012-11-10 05:24:23 GMT
Chase Budinger's path to the basket in the final seconds Friday night were unmarked. He took a pass from Andrei Kirilenko and layed it into the basket with 0.8 seconds remaining.
Chase Budinger's path to the basket in the final seconds Friday night were unmarked. The forward, playing much of the second half for Brandon Roy, who reinjured his right knee took a pass from Andrei Kirilenko and layed it into the basket with 0.8 seconds remaining
Thursday, November 8 2012 10:28 AM EST2012-11-08 15:28:03 GMT
The Wolves are off to their best start (3-1) since the 2001-2002 season after their complete dismantling of the Orlando Magic 90-75 Wednesday night.
The Wolves are off to their best start (3-1) since the 2001-2002 season after their complete dismantling of the Orlando Magic 90-75 Wednesday night. Without Love and Rubio the team can't play below 500 and expect to be in playoff position.
Thursday, November 8 2012 8:37 AM EST2012-11-08 13:37:25 GMT
Luke Ridnour had 19 points and five rebounds, and Greg Stiemsma got the rout started with six straight points to end the third quarter in a 90-75 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
Luke Ridnour had 19 points and five rebounds, and Greg Stiemsma got the rout started with six straight points to end the third quarter in a 90-75 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
Wednesday, November 7 2012 1:39 PM EST2012-11-07 18:39:50 GMT
The Wolves return to Target Center tonight as they host the Orlando Magic. As they come off a 1-1 road trip that saw them storm back from down 22 points against Brooklyn.
The Wolves return to Target Center tonight as they host the Orlando Magic. As they come off a 1-1 road trip that saw them storm back from down 22 points against Brooklyn.
Tuesday, November 6 2012 12:15 PM EST2012-11-06 17:15:12 GMT
The NBA issued flopping warnings to Minnesota's JJ Barea and Cleveland's Donald Sloan on Monday, the first two under a new policy designed to end the act.
The NBA issued flopping warnings to Minnesota's JJ Barea and Cleveland's Donald Sloan on Monday, the first two under a new policy designed to end the act.
Kevin Love sat down with Jim Rich on Timberwolves Tonight to discuss his hand injury, starting the season without he and Ricky Rubio, the Wolves' playoff aspirations and the team's new faces.
Kevin Love sat down with Jim Rich on Timberwolves Tonight to discuss his hand injury, starting the season without he and Ricky Rubio, the Wolves' playoff aspirations and the team's new faces.
Saturday, November 3 2012 12:39 AM EDT2012-11-03 04:39:23 GMT
The Timberwolves were the last team in the Western Conference to play their first game as they opened for the 12th consecutive season at home and put together a masterpiece 92-80 win over Sacramento.
The Timberwolves were the last team in the Western Conference to play their first game as they opened for the 12th consecutive season at home and put together a masterpiece 92-80 win over Sacramento.
Friday, November 2 2012 4:21 PM EDT2012-11-02 20:21:39 GMT
After watching every other team in the Western Conference play (including San Antonio and the Lakers twice, the Wolves open their season against the Sacramento Kings at Target Center.
After watching every other team in the Western Conference play (including San Antonio and the Lakers twice, the Wolves open their season against the Sacramento Kings at Target Center.
Friday, November 2 2012 8:57 AM EDT2012-11-02 12:57:34 GMT
Before getting his buzz cut for breast cancer awareness, Timberwolves star forward Kevin Love took on a whole 'nother look -- one that's unrecognizable..
Before getting his buzz cut for breast cancer awareness, Timberwolves star forward Kevin Love took on a whole 'nother look -- one that's unrecognizable..
Friday, November 2 2012 8:57 AM EDT2012-11-02 12:57:12 GMT
The Wolves enter the 2012-13 campaign with a lot of new faces on the team, many of which will get extra playing time due to injuries that have already knocked out Kevin Love and Ricky Rubio.
The Wolves enter the 2012-13 campaign with a lot of new faces on the team, many of which will get extra playing time due to injuries that have already knocked out Kevin Love and Ricky Rubio.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will have a franchise-record 78 regular-season games on local TVin 2012-13, including 50 on FOX Sports North and 25 on My29.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will have a franchise-record 78 regular-season games on local TVin 2012-13, including 50 on FOX Sports North and 25 on the Wolves' exclusive over-the-air broadcast home, WFTC My29.
Wednesday, October 17 2012 4:10 PM EDT2012-10-17 20:10:40 GMT
Kevin Love suffered a fracture in his hand while working out Wednesday morning, which the Minnesota Timberwolves say will keep the All-Star forward out six to eight weeks.
Kevin Love suffered a fracture in his hand while working out Wednesday morning, which the Minnesota Timberwolves say will keep the All-Star forward out six to eight weeks.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-07 22:54:45 GMT
NBA sources told FOX 26 Sports the Detroit Pistons contacted the Houston Rockets to request permission to interview assistant coach J.B. Bickerstaff.In his second year with the Rockets, Bickerstaff came
NBA sources told FOX 26 Sports the Detroit Pistons contacted the Houston Rockets to request permission to interview assistant coach J.B. Bickerstaff.In his second year with the Rockets, Bickerstaff came
Friday, April 20 2012 3:43 PM EDT2012-04-20 19:43:14 GMT
Detroit Pistons' Will Bynum (12) takes a shot against the defense of Minnesota Timberwolves' Nikola Pekovic, right. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Detroit Pistons 91-80 Thursday night to win their first April game in three years. The Wolves' last April win came April 8, 2009, at Golden State.
The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Detroit Pistons 91-80 Thursday night to win their first April game in three years. The Wolves' last April win came April 8, 2009, at Golden State.
