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Joan Beringer’s electric preseason opener provides blueprint to fixing Timberwolves’ biggest flaw

MINNEAPOLIS — While it wasn’t perfect, Timberwolves center Joan Beringer was fantastic in Minnesota’s preseason debut, showing the extreme promise and upside that he has, and why teammates, coaches, and fans alike are giddy with excitement regarding his development.  “Feel a lot better,” said the 19-year-old postgame, who totaled 12 points on 5-8 shooting from […] The post Joan Beringer’s electric preseason opener provides blueprint to fixing Timberwolves’ biggest flaw appeared first on Clut...

2026-27 Atlanta Hawks player preview: Nickeil Alexander-Walker

Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s debut season with the Atlanta Hawks was one that could only be described as resounding success. Embracing a larger role compared to the one he saw with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Alexander-Walker raised his scoring output 9.4 points to 20.8 points per game en route to winning the NBA’s Most Improve Player Award. From […]

Taylor Jenkins admits Bucks are “Far from where we need to be” after preseason loss to Timberwolves

Taylor Jenkins’ first preseason game with the Milwaukee Bucks offered an early glimpse of what the team will look like after Giannis Antetokounmpo’s departure, but the results were far from encouraging. Milwaukee never found an answer for the Minnesota Timberwolves and fell 116-97 at home, with the lopsided loss prompting Jenkins to deliver some candid [...]

LaMelo Ball makes Timberwolves debut in win over Bucks

LaMelo Ball made his Minnesota Timberwolves debut on Monday as Minnesota defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 116-97 in their preseason opener at Fiserv Forum. Ball started alongside Anthony Edwards, Jonathan Kuminga, Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels and played 17 minutes in his first game with the Timberwolves. The 25-year-old guard finished with 11 points, four rebounds […] The post LaMelo Ball makes Timberwolves debut in win over Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Anthony Edwards reveals surprising factor in LaMelo Ball’s Timberwolves debut

In limited action, LaMelo Ball showed how he can add another dynamic to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ball helped the Timberwolves beat the Milwaukee Bucks, 116-97, in his preseason debut with his new squad. Ball tallied 11 points, four rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 17 minutes. His chemistry with Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert […] The post Anthony Edwards reveals surprising factor in LaMelo Ball’s Timberwolves debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Timberwolves 116, Bucks 97: Basketball is Back, Baby!

Folks, you know the movie The Polar Express? The silver bells are ringing, and even though I doubted the summer would ever end, I can hear the sleigh arriving. The good news? Basketball is back. The bad news? Tonight can barely be considered basketball. Both the Minnesota Timberwolves and Milwaukee Bucks were, at best, rusty. […]

Bucks’ Taylor Jenkins didn’t hold back after giving up 116 points to Timberwolves

Victor Wembanyama critic Kyle Kuzma, coach Taylor Jenkins and the Milwaukee Bucks took to the court for their first preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and lost 116-97. Life without Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t look the way Jenkins envisioned as his team got blitzed at home, leading to blunt comments afterward. Jenkins made it clear that […] The post Bucks’ Taylor Jenkins didn’t hold back after giving up 116 points to Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Preseason Rapid Recap: Timberwolves 116, Bucks 97

In the first game of their new era, the Milwaukee Bucks showed glimpses of their potential in front of Fiserv Forum fans, but ultimately came up short, losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-97 in their preseason opener. Despite fouling out in just 14 minutes, Ryan Rollins led the Bucks with 15 points, while Kel’el Ware […]

Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball, Rudy Gobert are starting to build a scary chemistry

On Monday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves began their preseason journey with a contest against the Milwaukee Bucks on the road. This was LaMelo Ball’s first time to suit up for the Timberwolves in an official setting, and they need all the reps they can get to learn each other’s tendencies as they seek to find […] The post Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball, Rudy Gobert are starting to build a scary chemistry appeared first on ClutchPoints .

LaMelo Ball takes most LaMelo Ball 1st shot ever in Timberwolves’ preseason debut

LaMelo Ball did not waste time showing off his signature skillset with a remarkable 3-point shot in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ preseason opener against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night. Ball has been playing in the NBA since 2020, preparing for his first season with the Timberwolves. He represented the Charlotte Hornets as their top star […] The post LaMelo Ball takes most LaMelo Ball 1st shot ever in Timberwolves’ preseason debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Power Rankings Reaction: Where Are Wolves Going Into Preseason?

Editor’s Note: Throughout this season, Jeremy will be providing his reactions to how various NBA Power Rankings list the Wolves on Mondays. Hope you enjoy this series! The Minnesota Timberwolves hope they can maintain their status as one of the top teams in the Western Conference for the 2026-27 season. The Wolves have won a […]

How Timberwolves can fulfill Anthony Edwards’ ‘superteam’ declaration

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards met with the media on Saturday and voiced his seemingly contagious excitement about the Timberwolves’ outlook going into the season, particularly on the defensive end. “I like it — We’re sharing the ball a lot,” Edwards said to reporters on Saturday. “I think defensively we can really be a super team […] The post How Timberwolves can fulfill Anthony Edwards’ ‘superteam’ declaration appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Karl-Anthony Towns Frustrated By Knicks Extension Talks

There remains a significant gap in contract talks between the Knicks and star center Karl-Anthony Towns, writes James L. Edwards III of The Athletic. Speaking to reporters after shootaround on Monday morning, Towns expressed skepticism about signing an extension before the 2026/27 season begins. “It don’t look good,” Towns said. ESPN reported a couple weeks […]

Northwest Notes: DiVincenzo, Brazile, JJJ, Peterson, SGA

There are concerns that Donte DiVincenzo may have to miss an entire season after suffering an Achilles tear in the playoffs, but the Timberwolves guard is determined to avoid that fate, writes Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. DiVincenzo is hoping to follow the example that Jayson Tatum set last season, and he has consulted with […]