Anthony Edwards scored 45 points and made nine three-pointers as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Miami Heat 131-106 on Wednesday night, spoiling Giannis Antetokounmpo’s debut with his new team. Edwards shot 16-for-29 from the field, including 9-for-17 from beyond the arc, and added 10 rebounds in 33 minutes. He became just the third player, alongside […]
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The Minnesota Timberwolves took care of business against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat in their season opener with a 131-106 win. What were a few key numbers highlighting why the Heat struggled? Let’s examine! 14 – Combined 3-point makes from Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball On a night headlined by Antetokounmpo’s debut with the […]
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Anthony Edwards racked up 45 points and hit some absurd shots en route to a 131-106 Timberwolves win. Crucially, though, he also played great defense.
MIAMI – With a new era starting for the Miami Heat with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront, it began with disappointment as the team dropped the regular-season opener to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, 131-106. As Antetokounmpo enters his first week of the regular season with the Heat, he wouldn’t hold back on the […]
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The Minnesota Timberwolves open the season with a dominant 131-106 victory over the Miami Heat, showcasing a fluid, veteran‑like performance. Anthony Edwards leads the way with a 45‑point, 10‑rebound double‑double on 55% shooting (9‑of‑17 from three), joining Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain as the only players with 40+ points in multiple season debuts. LaMelo Ball’s arrival and Coach Chris Finch’s schemes free Edwards, while Rudy Gobert adds 15 boards, helping the Wolves out‑rebound Miami 52‑34 despite the Heat’s oversized frontcourt of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins. The win signals early promise for Minnesota’s new backcourt and depth.
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards reflects on his impressive season debut.
Analyzing the Minnesota Timberwolves' opening night win against the Miami Heat.
The Timberwolves traded for LaMelo Ball this offseason, and after one regular-season game, it's easy to see why.
The new-look Minnesota Timberwolves are starting the season strong. At the time of writing, they’re on track to beat Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat. Leading the charge for the Braves is, as usual, Anthony Edwards. Even with LaMelo Ball on the team, Edwards is still the top scorer of the team, and he did […]
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Is everyone on the Anthony Edwards-LaMelo Ball bandwagon yet? If not, you probably don’t make smart decisions in life. Edwards and Ball showed that the offseason hype about their new tandem was not hot air. They led the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Miami Heat, 131-106, in their season opener on Wednesday at Kaseya Center. Edwards […]
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The Minnesota Timberwolves had plenty to smile about during their season opener against the Miami Heat, and Rudy Gobert made sure Richard Jefferson felt it. During ESPN’s broadcast of the Timberwolves’ 131-106 win on Wednesday night in Miami, Jefferson spoke with Gobert on air. The former NBA forward turned analyst noticed the big man’s good […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo did just about everything the Miami Heat could have asked for in his debut. It still was not close to enough. Antetokounmpo scored 35 points on 13-of-19 shooting, knocking down 9-of-14 free throws and grabbing six rebounds, but the Heat were blown out 131-106 by the Minnesota Timberwolves in their season opener on […]
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Anthony Edwards walked into a redemption campaign Wednesday for 2026-27. Especially with LaMelo Ball now in his corner. The Minnesota Timberwolves star, however, joined an elite club that joins him with NBA legends Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain. Edwards hit 40 points against a Miami Heat team now featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo. But ClutchPoints NBA insider […]
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During the NBA’s opening night on Oct. 22, 2026, LaMelo Ball scored 16 first‑half points for the Minnesota Timberwolves, but a replay showed him taking at least four steps before a three‑point shot—what ESPN’s Mike Breen, Tim Legler and Richard Jefferson called “the most obvious travel in NBA history.” The announcers repeatedly demanded a call, highlighting ongoing concerns about lenient officiating. The incident sparked debate over Ball’s footwork and its impact on future scoring records.
Jake Fischer reports that former Lakers wing Dalton Knecht, a 2024 first‑round pick, is drawing two‑way contract interest from the Sacramento Kings, Minnesota Timberwolves and Toronto Raptors—the only teams with an open two‑way slot. The Kings, still retooling after Ben Simmons' season‑ending Achilles tear, are also weighing point guard Sean Pedulla and 2025 second‑rounder Micah Peavy. Fischer notes Kevin Porter Jr. received Nuggets interest before being waived, and suggests Dwight Powell could return to the Mavericks while Pat Connaughton may rejoin the Hornets later in the season.
Shaquille O'Neal criticized LaMelo Ball's mindset heading into the 2026-27 season with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
LaMelo Ball got his first regular-season points as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The star point guard did it in style as well, as he pulled up from the Miami Heat logo during Wednesday night’s game against Giannis Antetokounmpo and company at Kaseya Center in Miami. After the Heat scored the first four points […]
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The wait is finally over. Miami Heat basketball is officially back! After an offseason filled with blockbuster moves, high expectations and plenty of excitement, the Miami Heat begin their 2026-27 NBA season tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Kaseya Center. And all eyes will be on Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time NBA MVP will make his […]
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Coach Taylor Jenkins tells fans the Bucks’ opening‑night lineup against Washington on Oct. 21 isn’t set in stone. He plans to give guard Ryan Rollins a larger leadership role and keep the roster fluid, evaluating depth and chemistry after waiving Kevin Porter Jr. and cutting Pete Nance and Johni Broome. Jenkins says he’ll adjust the rotation based on practice, film and game performance, emphasizing consistency and effort over the first 10‑30 games. The Bucks play six October games, with a home opener against Chicago on Friday.
The Minnesota Timberwolves rank 28th of 30 in Awful Announcing’s 2026‑27 NBA broadcast accessibility report, leaving fans tangled in multiple subscriptions to catch every game. DAZN, the new local broadcaster, charges $119.99 per season but excludes nationally exclusive games on ABC, ESPN, NBC, Peacock and Prime Video, forcing fans to buy additional services. While 15 games air free on KARE 11, the 82‑game schedule remains fragmented, risking fan disengagement despite the excitement around Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. The article argues that poor TV access could undermine the team’s growing momentum.
Karl-Anthony Towns shot 6‑for‑9 (including 3‑of‑4 from three) in the Knicks' 106‑100 loss to Philadelphia on Oct. 20, yet his night was marred by four fouls and four turnovers. The piece argues that the real concern is getting Towns consistently involved in Mike Brown’s system, not the 0‑1 start. It highlights how Andre Drummond’s minutes and offensive rebounds compensated while Towns was sidelined, and suggests deliberate re‑entry plays—trail threes, quick post entries, or handoffs—to keep the efficient scorer on the floor. Improving Towns’ usage and ball security could turn his efficient shooting into more wins.
The Timberwolves' path to easy points inside won't be simple with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo waiting in the paint.
The Timberwolves are among the teams expected to pursue Dalton Knecht for a two-way contract if he clears waivers, according to reports. Minnesota recently opened a two-way spot by releasing Enrique Freeman, giving it room to add another player. The Lakers waived Knecht on Monday after exploring trades, ending his stint with the organization after […]
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The Miami Heat are just hours away from kicking off their 2026-27 NBA season with a home game vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. This game will mark the Heat regular season debut of Giannis Antetokounmpo, whom the team acquired from the Milwaukee Bucks in a blockbuster trade this summer. Recently, ESPN sports media personality Stephen A. […]
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Much of the Timberwolves' core is signed for future years, which would give them more than one crack at it.