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Wolves
February 6, 2020
The Timberwolves' Andrew Wiggins, Kelan Martin and Karl-Anthony Towns waited to be announced during team introductions a day after five teammates were

Wolves process sudden change and await what happens next

Robert Covington's Timberwolves locker was empty Wednesday, as were the lockers of Jordan Bell, Noah Vonleh, Shabazz Napier and Keita Bates-Diop, all a part of Tuesday's four-team trade.
Wolves
February 6, 2020

Wolves-Atlanta game recap

A look back at Wednesday night's game.
Twins
February 5, 2020
One wild night, two big trades: What it all means for Twins, Wolves

One wild night, two big trades: What it all means for Twins, Wolves

An upgrade and a teardown: The Twins have an open window in which they should be able to be title contenders. The Wolves, meanwhile, are looking to the future yet again.
Wolves
February 5, 2020
Robert Covington, acquired in last season's Jimmy Butler trade, is now headed to Houston.

Wolves trade Covington, four others as part of four-team, 12-player deal

The Wolves have traded several players from a roster that was lagging at 15-34. Robert Covington is on his way to Houston; Minnesota picked up two draft picks and players from Denver and Atlanta.
Wolves
February 5, 2020
Guard Malik Beasley is one of the four players coming to the Wolves.

Sorting it out: All the comings and goings in the 12-player Wolves deal

If you're needing some help sorting it out, here's a look at who is going where in the trade involving the Wolves, Rockets, Nuggets and Hawks.
Wolves
February 5, 2020

Gameday preview: Timberwolves vs. Atlanta

Minnesota has endured two separate double-digit losing streaks since the start of December, including its active 12-game skid.
Wolves
February 4, 2020
Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns

As complicated NBA trade rumors swirl, Towns won't meddle in Wolves' roster plans

In this NBA era of player empowerment, some stars have taken on the unofficial additional title of general manager. Not Karl-Anthony Towns.
Wolves
February 4, 2020
Jimmy Butler and Karl-Anthony Towns in happier times.

Reusse: Jimmy Butler must be laughing as he reads latest from KAT

Butler's on quite a run. His team's 34-15, he's an All-Star again, and then he had the chance to read Karl-Anthony Towns talking about being "disrespected."
Wolves
February 4, 2020
There was smoke and fire on Robert Covington deal

There was smoke and fire on Robert Covington deal

Would adding Golden State guard D'Angelo Russell — another offensively gifted but defensively challenged player — help the Wolves as part of a dramatic overhaul?
Wolves
February 4, 2020
Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns went to the basket between the Kings' Nemanja Bjelica, left, and Bogdan Bogdanovic during the first quarter Mon

Wolves can't deliver in the end, lose their 12th straight game

The Wolves trailed by as many as 21 points before rallying late in the game as trade rumors continued to swirl around the team.
Business
February 4, 2020
Kevin McHale, center, seen in 2014 while coaching the Houston Rockets, is part of an investor group suing Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor over ownershi

Kevin McHale among group suing Glen Taylor in dispute over hearing aid firm

The firm's majority owner Glen Taylor denies the allegations in lawsuit.
Wolves
February 4, 2020
A little more than a year after being traded to the Wolves as part of the Jimmy Butler deal, Robert Covington finds himself again at the center of tra

As trade reports intensify, Wolves' Covington works to block them out

After his experience in Philadelphia last season, Robert Covington has been hardened to the whole process, and he's insistent that he isn't focused on these latest trade rumors.
Wolves
February 4, 2020
After Monday night's game against Sacramento, Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (left) said he didn't want any say in possible personnel decision

Towns opens up about possible Covington trade, confidence in management

Karl-Anthony Towns said he doesn't want a say in personnel moves ahead of Thursday's trade deadline. "I don't get paid to make rosters and stuff like that."
Wolves
February 3, 2020

Wolves-Sacramento game recap

Lightning-quick Kings guard De'Aaron Fox sliced the Wolves to the tune of 31 points and five assists.
Wolves
February 3, 2020
Wolves center Karl-Anthony Towns

First on offense, last on defense: Is Towns really being 'disrespected'?

Here's a theory about Karl-Anthony Towns not being picked for the NBA All-Star Game: Coaches who pick the reserves are increasingly looking at defensive play.
Wolves
February 3, 2020
This season, Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) didn't make the All-Star Game cut despite averaging 27 points and 10.8 rebounds per game.

All-Star snub feeds into frustration for Wolves' Towns

All-Star selectors got it wrong on many counts, Wolves' top scorer says.
Gophers
February 2, 2020
Rachel Banham (1) reacted after being fouled in the third quarter. Banham finished with 37 points. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ cgonzalez@startribune.com - March

Scoggins: Banham 'all over the place' as she remembers idol and friend Bryant

The former Gophers star became friends with the late Lakers great.
Wolves
February 2, 2020

Wolves-Sacramento game preview

On their last visit to California's capital on Dec. 26, the Wolves ended an 11-game losing streak — and they will be trying to do the same on this trip.
Wolves
February 2, 2020
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie, right, shoots over Los Angeles Clippers forward Montrezl Harrell during the first half of an NBA basketball

Wolves overmatched by Clippers, as another losing streak reaches 11

"We're trying to stay positive," Robert Covington said. "It's definitely frustrating but we can't let that little bit creep in. We still have to go out and play. It's tough."
Wolves
February 1, 2020
Bryan Esparaza and her daughter Amelia, 4, pause in front of a mural put up of Kobe Bryant and his daughter along Pickford Street in Los Angeles, Mond

A steady stream of tears and tributes to Kobe Bryant in Los Angeles

Kobe Bryant was L.A. to the core, a core deep in mourning.