Chris Hine
Sports reporter
Timberwolves reporterChris Hine was the Minnesota Star Tribune's sports analytics reporter before taking over the Wolves beat, He previously spent eight years covering college sports and the Chicago Blackhawks for the Chicago Tribune. He is an amateur piano player and songwriter in his spare time and has an unhealthy obsession with the music of Carole King. He is a 2009 graduate of the University of Notre Dame.
Latest from Chris Hine
Gobert frustrated by Wolves’ defensive lapses in loss to Pelicans
The four-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year pleaded for accountability, saying players need to be benched if they don’t give their all on defense.
February 7, 2026
Wolves blow 18-point second-half lead in 119-115 loss to Pelicans
The Wolves did little to slow a New Orleans offense driven by Zion Williamson, who put his team ahead for good with 35.5 seconds left.
February 7, 2026
Mike Conley’s had quite a week. Traded twice, he will likely return to Timberwolves.
The veteran guard went to the Bulls, then the Hornets, and that makes him eligible to return after Charlotte waived him to buy him out.
February 6, 2026
Takeaways: What did the Timberwolves gain as the NBA trade deadline passes?
For a week, there was speculation the Wolves wanted two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. In the end, he stayed in Milwaukee.
February 5, 2026
Timberwolves use big fourth quarter to rally past Toronto 128-126
Bones Hyland scored 20 points off the bench in the Wolves’ first game after trading Mike Conley.
February 5, 2026
Timberwolves send Mike Conley to Bulls to free up roster spot, money as trade deadline nears
Conley leaves Minnesota in a three-team deal with Detroit and Chicago as the Wolves position themselves for another move.
February 3, 2026
Amid trade speculation, Wolves fall to Grizzlies 137-128
The Wolves’ four-game winning streak ended with a poor defensive effort against a shorthanded Memphis team.
February 3, 2026
Wolves' Edwards named NBA All-Star for fourth year in a row
He was chosen as a reserve after falling short as a starter and is the Wolves’ only All-Star representative.
February 2, 2026
Wolves show they ‘Stand with Minnesota’ in call for unity across the state
Wolves players wore black T-shirts with the phrase before playing the Thunder at Target Center.
January 30, 2026
Wolves thump NBA-best Thunder 123-111 for third victory in a row
The Wolves started strong and didn’t let up for their second victory over the defending NBA champions this season.
January 30, 2026
Analysis: Could Wolves actually trade for Antetokounmpo?
Breaking down the obstacles, and the reasons for optimism, in a potential Wolves deal for the Bucks All-Star.
January 29, 2026
Wolves dispatch shorthanded Mavericks 118-105
Julius Randle had a standout performance in his native Dallas, recording his ninth 30-point game of the season.
January 29, 2026
