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Ex-Wolves Billups, Booth among 4 candidates for team's basketball boss
A source said the interview process is expected to last seven to 10 days, with the candidates all coming to Minnesota over that time frame.
Wolves feel salary-cap pinch as they enter offseason
The new president of basketball operations will have to figure out how the Wolves are going to navigate their finances while filling out the roster and remaining competitive.
After rocky start, Towns shows Wolves future still centers on him
Karl-Anthony Towns' statistics improved significantly after the Jimmy Butler drama ended with his trade to the 76ers, and showed how important Towns is to the Wolves' future.
Enigma Wiggins says he had 'OK season,' even if fans may disagree
The Wolves are in the process of searching for a new president of basketball operations, someone who will have a major influence over the roster and Andrew Wiggins' future.
A grueling Wolves season is over at last. So what's ahead?
Some players said it was among the most difficult seasons they have encountered, from Jimmy Butler's situation to Tom Thibodeau's firing to injuries that hampered the team.
One last loss: Wolves blow late double-digit lead to end season
The Wolves led by 11 with four minutes to play, only to have Denver make a 12-0 run to take the lead with 31.5 seconds remaining.
Wolves are launching search for new president of basketball operations
Wolves plan to hire a president of basketball operations to play a key role in the process.
After losing a star and their coach, Wolves look to establish stability
Jimmy Butler's trade and coach Tom Thibodeau's firing made for a tumultuous season. The Wolves' offseason will include a search for a new president of basketball operations and determining if coach Ryan Saunders and GM Scott Layden will be retained.
Wolves' mix-and-match lineup loses home finale to Raptors
With Karl-Anthony Towns out, Wolves coach Ryan Saunders pieced together some odd combinations on the floor.
Saunders will try to keep Wolves focused in final two games
The Wolves have two games remaining, starting with Tuesday's home finale against Toronto, but they are like the final exams seniors take already accepted to college. They count, but not really.
Culver struggles in perhaps his final game with Texas Tech
Jarrett Culver finished with 15 points on 5-for-22 shooting in Monday's title game, including 0-for-6 from three-point range.
Red-eyed Tiger players offer no excuses after controversial finish
Controversial call goes against Auburn but assistant coach says, 'It didn't come down to one play'
Wolves players have Final Four tales to tell of heartbreak and happiness
Tyus Jones is one of multiple Timberwolves who have reached the Final Four. His trip ended with a national championship. Others weren't as fortunate.
New faces, and a better finish, for Wolves this time in Dallas
Karl-Anthony Towns snapped out of his recent slump by scoring 28 points on 12-of-15 shooting as the Wolves returned to Dallas for the first time since the first week of the season.
Wolves center Dieng's work provides jobs, reasons to dream in Senegal
The Gorgui Dieng Foundation raises money for medical supplies, food and basketball camp equipment for his home country.
Wolves' Saric struggles vs. 76ers but enjoys 'new family'
Dario Saric has endured an up-and-down season on the court for the Wolves since being traded here in the Jimmy Butler deal.
Wolves fans boo Butler in Philadelphia's 118-109 victory
Every time Jimmy Butler touched the ball in Philadelphia's 118-109 win over the Wolves, fans let him know their displeasure with the way he forced his way out of town.
Jimmy Butler preparing for the hate when he returns to town Saturday
Saturday will be a big moment for Wolves fans who will get a chance to voice their full-throated displeasure with the way Butler orchestrated his exit to Philadelphia.
Warriors have learned to embrace the midrange jumper
The defending NBA champions, who visit the Wolves again on Friday, take long two-pointers with greater frequency and success than most foes.
Wolves are using Towns more and better under Saunders
NBA Insider: One reason for Karl-Anthony Towns' blossoming statistics could be Ryan Saunders' nuanced and analytical take on getting him the ball in productive spots on the floor.
Out, not down: Wolves open final stretch with win in Memphis
Officially eliminated from the playoffs, the Timberwolves conducted business as usual and beat the Grizzlies.
Wolves turn to Wiggins as point guard injuries add up
The Wolves have only two healthy point guards for their remaining 10 games — Tyus Jones and Jerryd Bayless. So the time has come to get create.
Finish strong, keep growing: Wolves' Okogie busts through rookie wall
Over the past three games, Josh Okogie has found renewed energy. He's averaging 16.7 points per game on 56 percent shooting while playing 33 minutes per game.
Top dogs come to Timberwolves door
Character tests arrive -- in the forms of Golden State and several other NBA playoffs-bound teams -- after another winless road trip for the Wolves.
Reynolds looking like he belongs in Wolves rotation
With new contract in hand, the newest Wolves player got to play in his hometown Sunday night.
Another bad memory from Houston as Rockets batter Wolves 117-102
The look on Wolves coach Ryan Saunders' face said it all. Mouth open. Head shaking side to side as he stared out at the court when his team made another defensive flub.
Step back and appreciate James Harden, Wolves fans
Only Michael Jordan (once, in 1986-87) and Wilt Chamberlain (five times) have had higher scoring averages than James Harden, who leads the Rockets vs. the Wolves on Sunday night.
'Effort' plays cost Wolves as downward spiral continues
The Timberwolves on Thursday kept the game close for long stretches, but the Jazz never let up and sent Minnesota to its 11th road loss in 12 games.
Social media, 'keyboard warriors' weighing on Wolves, NBA
The NBA has grown in popularity in part because of social media chatter. But it comes with a cost, and Commissioner Adam Silver said it's a human cost eating at the mental health of players.
Towns plays vs. Denver; five other Wolves still out with injuries
Karl-Anthony Towns said he was "blessed" to be playing so quickly after a knee injury on Saturday. But Andrew Wiggins, Derrick Rose, Jeff Teague, Robert Covington and Luol Deng remained out.
Injuries give 'cerebral' Bates-Diop a chance to show his skills
The Wolves have had multiple wing players injured — Robert Covington, Luol Deng and Andrew Wiggins. That's opened the way for Keita Bates-Diop to get some extended playing time.
No Towns? No Wiggins? No problem for Wolves against lowly Knicks
For the first time since Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns suited up together in 2015, the Timberwolves played a game without both of them on the floor.
Source: Wolves' Towns avoids serious injury
The Wolves star center left Saturday night's victory because of a knee injury and will not play in tonight's game against the Knicks.
Wolves nip Wizards in overtime; Towns injured
Towns left the game late in the fourth quarter because of a right knee injury, but his teammates pulled together in OT.
When Wolves' Saric find his shot, it's tricky to get him to shoot it
Interim coach Ryan Saunders said if Saric has one flaw, it's that he might care too much about how he's playing, and that can affect his play overall.
Gibson ejected, Towns fouls out, Wolves wheels come off in loss to Detroit
After Minnesota took a 90-88 lead, the Pistons scored the first nine points of the fourth quarter. After Gibson's ejection, they put the Wolves away with a 14-3 run.
Rest time hard to find for Wolves since All-Star break
Wednesday night in Detroit was the Timberwolves' third set of back-to-back games since returning from the All-Star break Feb. 22.
Timberwolves again struggle on road, fall to Wizards
Team grasps for answers after latest road runaway.
Timberwolves players visit African American history museum
The Timberwolves made the most of their time in the nation's capital this weekend with a team outing to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Saunders returns to where it all began for his coaching career
Wolves interim coach Ryan Saunders began his NBA career as a Washington assistant. Minnesota plays at the Wizards on Sunday.
Dieng loses spot in Wolves rotation; Saunders explains why
The backup center has not played in any of the past three games, including Thursday night's 122-115 loss to the Indiana Pacers, even though he was healthy.
Wolves show their season's worth of ills in loss to Indiana
Anyone who was watching the Wolves for the first time this season, saw them put together a lowlight reel of the various ways they have lost close games this season.
Timberwolves melt away in overtime loss at Atlanta
A winnable game on the road slipped away from the Timberwolves, latgely because of slacking defense toward the end. Minnesota led by nine entering the fourth quarter, but fizzled.
Wolves assign Robert Covington to G-League as he eyes return from injury
"I think people could definitely assume that's a step in the right direction," coach Ryan Saunders said. "We want to see how his body reacts."
Towns involved in car accident, placed in concussion protocol
Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns was involved in a car accident Thursday in the Twin Cities as he was traveling to the airport.
Wolves, minus Towns, get full team effort to beat Knicks in New York
The bench players rose to the occasion to help the Wolves make up for Karl-Anthony Towns' rare absence from the lineup, and win their third in a row.
'I'm a good player.' Donato welcomes fresh opportunity with Wild
Wild General Manager Paul Fenton said the trade of Charlie Coyle to Boston for Ryan Donato put players "on notice."
Guarded life: Towns says 'no one really gets to know what's going on'
This season has tested Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns personally and professionally. But his selection to Sunday's NBA All-Star Game was a bright spot.
Teague steps up his game with Andrew Wiggins out again
Jeff Teague picked a good time to have perhaps his best game of the year on Thursday
Harden scores 42? Wolves say no big deal after 121-111 win over Rockets
James Harden scored 42 points to extend his streak of games with 30 or more points to 31. But rookie Josh Okogie brought some defensive fire to make the superstar's night difficult.
Wolves' playoff hopes fading, but say there's reason for optimism
Timberwolves players say that the team's inactivity at trade deadline is OK, because reinforcements are coming.
Saric looking to find comfort zone with the Wolves
Interim coach Ryan Saunders said he's made some adjustments in how Dario Saric operates within the Wolves offense.
'Fatigued and banged up' Wolves let one get away at New Orleans
Anthony Davis sat out the final 15 minutes, 14 seconds Friday, but the Wolves couldn't capitalize despite leading the Pelicans by as many as 18 points.
Canaan goes from 10-day contract to starting for Wolves
On Friday, the Wolves needed Isaiah Canaan to start against the Pelicans as Jerryd Bayless was out because of a right big toe injury
No deal: Wolves stand pat as NBA trade deadline passes
With their inaction, the Wolves are sending the signal that they are going to try and make a push for the playoffs.
Wolves know poor start, not foul with 0.1 to play, cost them two-point loss
"The game wasn't won or lost on the last play," Ryan Saunders said. "Got to get the rebound," Karl-Anthony Towns said. "Who fouled who, I don't know," added Josh Okogie, who was called for the foul.
Saunders, Bickerstaff compare interim tag notes, love of Gophers program
One of the most important pieces of advice Memphis coach J.B. Bickerstaff gave fellow former Gophers basketball player Ryan Saunders was to "stay true to yourself."
True to his school: Wolves guard Bayless soon to have college diploma
Jerryd Bayless, an NBA veteran of 11 years, is taking his final steps toward a goal that began when he enrolled at the University of Arizona in 2007.
3 ... 2 ... 1 ... 0.1: Towns' basket at the buzzer gives Wolves overtime victory
Karl-Anthony Towns rebounded from his scoreless, foul-plagued first half to score from the baseline on a rebound jump shot, keeping Wednesday's game against Memphis from going to a second overtime.
After gruesome injury, guard Canaan gets shot with Wolves
Interim coach Ryan Saunders said Isaiah Canaan would play tonight against the Grizzlies. He played in 19 games before Phoenix waived him in November and is coming back from a broken ankle suffered last season.
No longer buried on the bench, Wolves reserves showing their worth
Jerryd Bayless, Luol Deng and Anthony Tolliver are filling the team's injury void by playing extended minutes after rarely seeing the floor under former coach Tom Thibodeau.
Jazz pick apart Wolves again by exploiting a big weakness
Utah scored whenever it wanted during the second half on Sunday as the toll of having so many injured players caught up with the Wolves.
Timberwolves on lengthy injured list making progress
On Sunday against the Jazz, the Wolves were down four players who would normally contribute if they were healthy — Robert Covington (right knee bone bruise), Tyus Jones (sprained left ankle), Jeff Teague (left foot injury) and Derrick Rose (right ankle injury).
Are the Wolves poised to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline?
With the Feb. 7 trade deadline less than two weeks away, the Wolves find themselves in a precarious position relative to the rest of the league.
Wolves' G-League call-up Terrell contributes when needed
Mop-up duty wasn't why Terrell was on the floor Thursday night in the Wolves' 120-105 victory over the Lakers.
Who are those guys? Injuries force Wolves deep into bench, beat Lakers by 15
Fill-in starter Josh Okogie played 40 minutes and fourth-string point Jerryd Bayless played 30. Luol Deng played a key role in the second half and undrafted rookie Jared Terrell added 10 points.
Despite being second in fan voting, Wolves' Rose won't get All-Star start
Voting by players and media boosted Houston's James Harden past Derrick Rose for a starting spot on the Western Conference team.
Wolves bring the heat to Phoenix, beat Suns by 27
The game featured an unusual and entertaining third-quarter altercation between Gorgui Dieng and Devin Booker, resulting in ejections for both.
Wolves guard Teague heads back to sidelines with ankle/foot soreness
The point guard said it is related to the left ankle soreness that caused him to miss nine games in December and early January.
Feeling foul: Towns exits early, Wolves fall short at home to Spurs
Derrick Rose scored 23 points but airballed a three at the buzzer that could have tied the game and the Wolves lost a second consecutive game. Karl-Antony Towns played just 21 minutes before fouling out.
Wolves rookie Okogie adjusting his game to being a starter
Josh Okogie has been getting a crash course in defending some of the top scorers in the NBA since Robert Covington has missed the past seven games because of a right knee bone bruise.
General soreness: Wolves demolished by Butler, 76ers in 149-107 smackdown
The Wolves allowed 83 points in the first half as the 76ers rolled to victory. As guard Jeff Teague put it: "That was a game we all had marked and they dogged us."
Three ex-76ers now with Wolves make emotional return to Philly
Tuesday was still a homecoming for Robert Covington, Dario Saric and Jerryd Bayless
Lowly Flyers unleash goal barrage; Dubnyk replaced in 7-4 Wild loss
Goalie Devan Dubnyk gave up five goals on 20 shots and there were plenty of other mistakes by a Wild team that lost another game to one of the NHL's weakest teams.
Sixers getting crash course in life with Jimmy Butler
The trade with Minnesota brought the Sixers someone who plays at an All-Star level, as well as a player who brings drama to your locker room thanks to his competitive nature.
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