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NBA@2: Milwaukee Bucks Not Finished Dealing?

July 23, 2012

Milwaukee Bucks GM John Hammond discusses his team ... Rick Adelman breaks down Minnesota's summer ... Chicago Bulls sign Hinrich, Bellinelli next? »Read More

Roy Returns to the Court in Pro-Am Game

July 22, 2012

On Saturday, Brandon Roy did something that used to be routine: He played a basketball game. Roy’s performance at the Jamal Crawford Pro-Am League in Seattle was his first public appearance on the court... »Read More

Love: It Means a Lot to Play for Team USA

July 22, 2012

On this team, he is a reserve center — a “versatile” and “unconventional” one, according to Team USA coach Mike Krzyzewski — who will be asked to shoot the three and spread the floor... »Read More

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Las Vegas Summer League Day 9: Studs, Duds

July 22, 2012

The penultimate day of Summer League play is in the books. Here are Day 9's Studs and Duds... »Read More

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Las Vegas Summer League Day 7: Studs, Duds

July 20, 2012

Today's standouts included Damien Lillard and Derrick Williams, who both had huge games, but plenty more happened in Day 7 of the Vegas Summer League... »Read More

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NBA PM: Jordan Expects CP3 to Re-Sign

July 19, 2012

Los Angeles Clipper center DeAndre Jordan expects Chris Paul to stay long-term. Is Cleveland on Andrew Bynum's list? »Read More

Does Williams have a Position in the NBA?

July 19, 2012

You couldn’t really argue when watching (Derrick) Williams look slow and lost while trying to defend the position. Derrick was told at season’s end to go home and lose some weight. He doesn’t exactly... »Read More

Wolves Offered Williams, Picks for Batum?

July 17, 2012

CSNNW confirms Minnesota did offer Derrick Williams along with two first-round picks to the ‪#Blazers‬ for Nicolas Batum. Portland say no. via Chris Haynes via Twitter »Read More

Wolves Submit Offer Sheet for Batum

July 16, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves are about to find out just how serious the Portland Trail Blazers were when they said they would match any offer for restricted free agent forward Nicolas Batum. The Timberwolves submitted... »Read More

Blazers Hold Grudge for Batum Signing?

July 15, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ attempt to acquire restricted free agent Nicolas Batum from the Portland Trail Blazers apparently has devolved into a grudge match — at least for the Blazers — that involves far more... »Read More

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NBA AM: Recapping The Latest Amnesty Activity

July 13, 2012

Teams around the league have been actively using their one-time amnesty provision this summer. Here’s where we stand. »Read More

Source: ‘Wolves to Amnesty Darko Milicic

July 12, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves plan to amnesty center Darko Milicic in order to give an offer sheet to Portland Trail Blazers restricted free agent Nicolas Batum, a league source says. Milicic has two years and... »Read More

Source: ‘Wolves, Blazers Talk Batum Trade

July 12, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves are attempting to acquire free-agent forward Nicolas Batum in a three-team trade with the Portland Trail Blazers and Chicago Bulls, a league source told ESPN The Magazine’s Ric Bucher. Portland would... »Read More

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Recapping The NBA Trades

July 11, 2012

With more trades on the horizon, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the deals that have already gone down. »Read More

Derrick Williams to Return in Better Shape?

July 11, 2012

At the end of the 2011-12 season, Timberwolves trainer Gregg Farnam recommended that (Derrick) Williams have his septum fixed. Williams went in for the surgery, and in doing so learned that he actually had... »Read More

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NBA PM: Nets Fade, Others Rise in Quest for Howard?

July 10, 2012

The Nets are still talking about Dwight Howard, but other teams are entering and exiting the discussion as well.  »Read More

Roy Hopes to Start for Timberwolves

July 10, 2012

The Timberwolves, meanwhile, have had a hole to fill at the 2-guard position for some time. Wesley Johnson, Martell Webster and Wayne Ellington haven’t proven to be the answer, and point guard Luke Ridnour... »Read More

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Top 5 Free Agent Bargains

July 9, 2012

Many agreements have been made between players and teams at this point, but which ones will prove to be the best bargains? »Read More

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NBA AM: Kevin Love Losing Patience With T’Wolves

July 9, 2012

T’Wolves’ Kevin Love wants to be on par with the elites. He’s challenging Minnesota’s front office to add the talent to do so »Read More

Love Losing Patience with Timberwolves

July 9, 2012

In an interview with Yahoo! Sports, (Kevin) Love urged Minnesota’s management to acquire the necessary talent to make the franchise a contender. If the Timberwolves don’t start winning this season, Love isn’t sure how... »Read More

NBA Sunday: Ray Allen Signing Overrated

July 8, 2012

Ray Allen will help the HEAT next season, but he doesn't make "The Big Three" into a "Big Four"... Eric Gordon and Nic Batum are misunderstanding the restricted free agency process... Could Spain beat... »Read More

Agent: Wolves, Stiemsma Meet; No Offer

July 8, 2012

Mike Naiditch, the agent for Greg Stiemsma, met with the Timberwolves on Saturday but did not come away with an offer. The Timberwolves are waiting to see if the Trail Blazers match the reported... »Read More

NBA Free Agent Scorecard

July 7, 2012

Free agent deals in the NBA have been coming in fast since July 1 and the pace could pick up as we head toward Wednesday. »Read More

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NBA AM: The Mavericks’ Free Agency Gamble

July 6, 2012

The Mavericks gambled on luring Deron Williams in free agency, now Dirk Nowitzki stands alone on a skeleton roster »Read More

Nicolas Batum, ‘Wolves Agree to Terms

July 6, 2012

Restricted free agent Nicolas Batum has agreed to terms on an offer sheet with the Timberwolves and is hoping the Portland Trail Blazers either do not match the offer or execute a sign-and-trade to... »Read More

Roy Verbally Agrees to Join Minnesota

July 6, 2012

Brandon Roy will be back playing at the Rose Garden next season. It just won’t be with the Trail Blazers. Nearly seven months after leaving the game because of concern over his degenerative knees,... »Read More

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Free Agency Bargains and Busts

July 4, 2012

Which of the free agency signings so far will actually earn the money they're getting? Conversely, which players are being paid entirely too much? »Read More

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Biggest NBA Free Agency Surprises

July 3, 2012

Just three days into free agency and there's already been a few interesting surprises that have put the league on notice. »Read More

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Timberwolves Free Agency Roundup

July 3, 2012

Minnesota has been very active in making pitches to free agents. Here's a roundup of the latest information. »Read More

Suns, Beasley Talk; Eric Gordon Next

July 2, 2012

(Steve) Nash’s price tag could tie up most of the Suns’ salary cap space. The Suns are prepared to use the available space elsewhere with President of Basketball Operations Lon Babby, General Manager Lance... »Read More

Jordan Hill, Wolves to Meet Monday

July 2, 2012

Los Angeles Lakers unrestricted free-agent power forward Jordan Hill — who played for Wolves coach Rick Adelman in Houston — is expected to visit on Monday while the Wolves still are believed to be... »Read More

Greg Stiemsma Pays Visit to Wolves

July 2, 2012

The Wolves also called Boston restricted free-agent center Greg Stiemsma one minute after free agency commenced late Saturday night and brought him to Minneapolis for a visit on Sunday morning. via Jerry Zgoda of... »Read More

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NBA Sunday: Blazers Offer Hibbert Max Deal

July 1, 2012

The Portland Trail Blazers have offered Indiana Pacers restricted free agent center Roy Hibbert a max deal, according to SI's Sam Amick... Minnesota Timberwolves offer huge dollars to Blazers guard Nic Batum... Celtics looking... »Read More

Sources: Roy Meets with Timberwolves

July 1, 2012

Former Portland Trail Blazers star Brandon Roy met with Minnesota Timberwolves officials Friday in Seattle, NBA sources told Yahoo! Sports. T’wolves owner Glen Taylor, general manager David Kahn and coach Rick Adelman met with... »Read More

Source: ‘Wolves make Batum Offer

July 1, 2012

Portland Trail Blazers restricted free agent forward, Nicolas Batum, has been contacted by the Minnesota Timberwolves and what is being called a “serious offer,” has been made and discussed and the two sides will... »Read More

Sources: Several Teams Interested in Roy

June 26, 2012

As ex-Portland Trail Blazer Brandon Roy plans his comeback to the NBA, the Chicago Bulls, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers and Minnesota Timberwolves have emerged as serious suitors to sign the former All-Star guard, league... »Read More

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Rubio’s Rehab Progresses Through Doubts

June 24, 2012

There have been dark days during Ricky Rubio's rehab, but he continues to push through the pain.  »Read More

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Is Terrence Ross a Lottery Talent?

June 17, 2012

The versatile swingman out of Washington has some interesting prospects for the 2012 NBA Draft. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

June 10, 2012

HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More

Lakers Serious About Michael Beasley?

June 7, 2012

One name that surfaced near the trade deadline last season was Minnesota Timberwolves forward Michael Beasley, who the Lakers were reportedly close to acquiring. Now, more reports have come out that the team is... »Read More

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Timberwolves “Aggressive Offseason” Options

June 5, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves need help on the perimeter. HOOPSWORLD breaks down some of their options.  »Read More

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Are the Timberwolves Ready To Trade?

June 3, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves have options with the 18th pick in the draft, but are they looking to move it?  »Read More

Hummel Hopes Workouts Get Him Noticed

June 2, 2012

(Robbie) Hummel has to prove that. At this point it appears his best chance will be as an undrafted free agent;. But, perhaps, strong workouts could change that. “All workouts, whether they’re individual or... »Read More

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NBA@2: Decisions on Partial/Non-Guarantees

May 29, 2012

Orlando Magic guard Von Wafer is among the first of many partial/non-guaranteed contracts to be decided on this offseason. »Read More

Kevin Love: ‘Lakers need to make moves’

May 26, 2012

SLAMonline spoke to the Timberwolves star (Kevin Love) 0about his role on Team Ghost, the NBA Playoffs and more. SLAM: In the little bit of Playoff basketball you have watched, has anything stuck out... »Read More

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NBA PM: Lakers Facing Real Tax Issues

May 24, 2012

Despite their TV deal, the LA Lakers are facing some difficult financial reality that will likely lead to a Pau Gasol deal. »Read More

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NBA PM: Kyrie Irving, Ricky Rubio Receive Rookie Honors

May 22, 2012

Ricky Rubio and Kyrie Irving receive the most votes for the NBA All-Rookie First Team; Greg Stiemsma and Sean Williams represent an inexpensive solution at center for the Celtics.  »Read More

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Extending the 2009 NBA Draft Class

May 17, 2012

Blake Griffin is one of the many 2009 NBA draftees that will be eligible for an early contract extension this summer. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

May 13, 2012

HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More

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The NBA’s All-Injured Team

May 8, 2012

Unfortunately, HOOPSWORLD is able to create an All-NBA team made up of players who fell to injury in the 2011-12 season.  »Read More

Taylor Beginning to Look for Successor

May 5, 2012

(Glen) Taylor told The Associated Press on Friday that he is looking to add a minority partner who could buy a part of the team that includes an option to buy out Taylor after... »Read More

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Is Keeping Kahn a Good Idea for the Timberwolves?

May 1, 2012

The Minnesota Timberwolves are much-improved since David Kahn's first day on the job, but how much of that is due to his moves?  »Read More

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NBA Playoff Power Rankings Week One

April 30, 2012

The first weekend of the 2011/12 NBA Postseason - filled with comebacks, letdowns, records, injuries & a possible suspension. »Read More

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NBA: Top 10 Restricted Free Agents

April 28, 2012

Just like most of the NBA, fans and media have turned their attention to the NBA Draft and free agency, so in that spirit we offer you the top ten (potentially) restricted free agents... »Read More

Kahn Hints Only Rubio, Love Untouchable

April 28, 2012

Team president David Kahn said Friday he plans to be aggressive this summer in trades and free agency to supplement a promising young core with veterans, and he made it clear that only (Ricky)... »Read More

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Biggest Stories of the 2011-2012 NBA Season

April 27, 2012

The 2011-2012 NBA season almost wasn’t, but it was worth the wait. What are the biggest stories this year? »Read More

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NBA AM: Wall Fires Off On Former Teammates

April 27, 2012

John Wall praises the Wizards’ front office for shipping JaVale McGee and Nick Young away to usher in a culture change to the team »Read More

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NBA PM: Kobe Cedes Scoring Title to Durant

April 26, 2012

Lakers guard Kobe Bryant is not expected to play Thursday, ceding the scoring title to Kevin Durant. Also, old friends & playoff foes. »Read More

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NBA @ 2: Final Regular Season Predictions

April 24, 2012

The 2011/12 NBA Regular Season ends on Thursday and yet the playoffs and lottery are still up in the air. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 17

April 23, 2012

The 76ers are about to make it 15 teams locked into the NBA playoffs. Will the Jazz or Suns make it 16? »Read More

Wolves Exercise David Kahn’s Option

April 23, 2012

Wolves owner Glen Taylor said the team has already informed or is informing president of basketball operations David Kahn that it has picked up Kahn’s option for next season. That means Kahn will be... »Read More

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Salary Cap Best/Worst Case Scenarios: The West

April 21, 2012

Last week, we took a look at the best and worst case salary cap scenarios for the Eastern Conference. Now, it’s time to do the same for all 15 teams in the West. »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Team USA May Be In Trouble

April 21, 2012

The focus is on the NBA playoff race, but Team USA’s defense of their gold medal is in jeopardy due to a rash of injuries »Read More

Michael Beasley: ‘My future is so blurry’

April 18, 2012

Before the Wolves’ 91-84 loss to Memphis on Tuesday night, April 17, at Target Center, the Wolves’ 11th straight loss, (Michael) Beasley’s tone was dramatically different. The Wolves forward felt uncomfortable talking about his... »Read More

Beasley Believes He is a Starter in NBA

April 18, 2012

When (Michael) Beasley was healthy enough to play, coach Rick Adelman used him off the bench in a rotation with Love and rookie Derrick Williams. Beasley started the first seven games of the season,... »Read More

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