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Wolves' first preseason game is serious work
Derrick Rose took over Jimmy Butler's spot in the Wolves starting lineup in a two-guard look with Jeff Teague.
Minneapolis
'People love us': Minneapolis second to none as host of major sporting events
Fresh off the Super Bowl, Minneapolis is preparing to host the men's basketball Final Four and other national events. Meanwhile, city leaders have their sights on the College Football Playoff and WrestleMania.
Vikings
Minnesota and major sporting events: Here's what's next
From the volleyball Final Four in December to the Ryder Cup in 2028, here's a look at what's coming our way.
Wolves
Wolves' Gibson has earned the right to be straight shooter
Taj Gibson's voice is one of the most respected and needed voices in a Wolves locker room dealing with the fallout from Jimmy Butler's trade request.
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Thibodeau: Wolves not getting 'distracted' despite Butler trade talk
Tom Thibodeau said the Timberwolves aren't letting Jimmy Butler's status bother them as they prepare for the season.
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Rose finding comfort in his role with Timberwolves
Derrick Rose stayed with the Wolves shortly after free agency began in July because he's knows he'll get a good opportunity to play.
Wolves
Offseason additions give Wolves bench big chance to improve
If the Wolves are going to be competitive without Jimmy Butler, who remains away from the team after requesting a trade last week, the bench is going to have to play a big part in that success.
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Reusse: Butler is a rebellious star in a rebellious league
Jimmy Butler might have messed up Tom Thibodeau's plan, but he is also at this moment more prominent in the NBA's pantheon of stars than at any previous time.
Wolves
Wolves' intentions with Butler creating confusion
Even though coach Tom Thibodeau said nothing has changed this week, conflicting information has surfaced regarding the Wolves' willingness to trade unhappy star Jimmy Butler.
Wolves
Wolves hold first practice without Butler but with 'a lot of love for each other'
It was the first time several new faces on the roster got together for a formal practice, from veterans Anthony Tolliver and Luol Deng to draft picks Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop and overseas signee James Nunnally.
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Jimmy Butler won't play for Wolves, but he played a basketball game in Minneapolis
While Jimmy Butler isn't taking part in Wolves training camp this week, he did find a new group of local players with whom to play basketball.
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On a day of posturing, Wolves' Taj Gibson spoke the truth
While other players and Wolves executives downplayed the impact of the Jimmy Butler drama on the team, the unfiltered truth came from veteran Taj Gibson.
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Wolves' Tolliver ready to live up to three-point expectations
Anthony Tolliver set personal highs for three-pointers attempted (4.6) and made (2.0) per game while shooting 43.6 percent, seventh best in the league, for the Pistons last season.
Wolves
Thibodeau on Butler situation: 'We're not going to make a bad deal'
Coach Tom Thibodeau said the Wolves won't necessarily cater their deals to Jimmy Butler's preferred destinations.
Wolves
Scoggins: Thibodeau must repair damage from Butler's trade request
Tom Thibodeau took a risk and got burned. And now his future as Timberwolves coach and basketball czar appears very much uncertain.
Wolves
Timberwolves' key dates
Here are some key dates to remember for the approaching Wolves season, including the season opener Oct. 17 in San Antonio and the home opener Oct. 19 vs. Cleveland.
Wolves
Garnett's $77 million lawsuit a stark warning for other pro athletes
Most people can't fathom what it's like having that much money, let alone losing it. But sports millionaires could feel Garnett's pain.
Wolves
Live Blog replay: Gibson shocked by Butler's trade request
Follow Star Tribune reporters and others on social media for the latest updates from media day at Target Center, where coach Tom Thibodeau and others will talk about the Jimmy Butler situation and more.
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Towns signed, but Wolves stuck in neutral because of Butler situation
Karl-Anthony Towns' signing and Jimmy Butler's inevitable unceremonious exit essentially reset the Wolves to where they were before Butler arrived.
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Around the NBA
- The T-wolves built a contender around a big idea by Tim Connelly. The Nuggets are familiar with him
- Jalen Brunson returns from foot injury, sparks Knicks past Pacers for 2-0 lead in East semifinals
- Jokic wins NBA's MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3
- Jalen Brunson leaves Knicks game with sore right foot and is questionable to return
- As Patrick Beverley calls his actions 'inexcusable,' police announce they've opened an investigation
- Coach Malone reminds the Nuggets they're the defending champs and asks them to play like it
- Mavericks star Luka Doncic looks to bounce back from rough Game 1 against the Thunder
- Gilgeous-Alexander has 29 points to help Thunder roll past Mavericks in Game 1 of West semifinals
- Brown, White lead Celtics' 3-point onslaught, powering Boston to 120-95 Game 1 win over Cavaliers
- Jamal Murray fined $100,000 for tossing objects onto court during Nuggets' loss to Timberwolves
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