When Louisville fired Rick Pitino last year, it seemed as if the championship-winning head coach was done finding high-level opportunities. Yet, it appears there is a chance he could return to the NBA. Pitino hasn’t coached at the professional level since 2001, when he spent time with the Boston Celtics. He also had a brief […]
Read MoreESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski: Jimmy Butler, 76ers “Expect” To Reach Long-term Deal
Early Saturday afternoon, it was reported the Minnesota Timberwolves finally found a trade partner for Jimmy Butler. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Stadium’s Shams Charania, the Philadelphia 76ers acquired Butler from the Wolves. In return, Minnesota receives Robert Covington and Dario Saric, along with a second-round pick in 2022. Butler is a free agent […]
Read MoreAn NBA Star Was Crying At The End Of The Game Tonight
Although it might not last for the entire season, the Minnesota Timberwolves received a huge lift from an unexpected hero tonight. While Derrick Rose isn’t considered a superstar anymore, he put together an emotional and phenomenal performance on Halloween. Rose wasn’t just reverting back to his Chicago days, the athletic guard took his production to […]
Read MoreDerrick Rose Had An Insane Game For The Timberwolves Tonight
On a night in which Jimmy Butler didn’t play for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Derrick Rose emerged into the spotlight and flashed his unreal talent – yes, it’s still there. The downfall of the former MVP is well known, as injuries constantly kept him out of action. Nonetheless, the dynamic guard continues to persevere and find […]
Read MoreNBA Executives Believe Jimmy Butler Could Be Dealt Soon
The ongoing saga between Jimmy Butler and the Minnesota Timberwolves have brought many interesting moments, as trade talks continue through the regular season. However, NBA executives believe those negotiations will form into an actual deal in the near future. Butler is having an amazing start to the season, averaging 24.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per […]
Read MoreTimberwolves Player Calls Out Shams Charania For New Report
The best drama in America right now might not be on television or in a movie theater. It can be found in Minnesota, and it involves the Timberwolves. The ongoing Jimmy Butler saga took an insane turn yesterday with reports that Butler essentially went on a rampage in practice. Later, the star shooting guard appeared […]
Read MoreESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski Has Major Update On Jimmy Butler Trade
It has been widely reported that Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler wants out of Minneapolis. The Wolves have explored trading the 29-year-old shooting guard in recent weeks. One team that looked like a viable target was the Miami Heat. The Heat have some intriguing movable pieces, and Butler is interested in potentially signing in Miami […]
Read MoreNBA Insider Has Major Update On A Jimmy Butler Trade
Rumors continue to swirl around Jimmy Butler’s future in Minnesota, but the disgruntled superstar is still on the Timberwolves’ roster. However, the dynamic forward could be on the move in the near future. With tensions running high for Tom Thibodeau’s roster, the T-Wolves will side with Karl-Anthony Towns over Butler. After they signed the talented […]
Read MoreESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski Has Major Update On Possible Jimmy Butler Trade
While the NBA offseason has been rather quiet lately, the rift between Jimmy Butler and the Minnesota Timberwolves could result in a blockbuster trade before the season begins. Yesterday, the Timberwolves gave Karl-Anthony Towns a massive five-year extension, worth $190 million. Now, Minnesota’s management will shift their focus toward Butler, who could be dealt soon. […]
Read MoreNBA Superstar ‘Open’ To Playing With LeBron James On Lakers
Landing LeBron James was a huge first step in the Los Angeles Lakers’ return to prominence. He is arguably still the best player in the NBA, but he alone won’t get the team into contention with the dynastic Golden State Warriors on his own. The team is aware of that, and has multiple paths towards […]
Read MoreThe NBA Has Released The Entire 2018-2019 Schedule
The full NBA schedule was released today. The league has improved on a number of scheduling issues, including back-to-backs and once again, no team will play four games in five days. The league put out a release about some of the biggest aspects of the upcoming schedule: The NBA today released its complete game schedule […]
Read MoreThis Is The Next NBA Superstar Who Could Demand A Trade
We’ve seen a few NBA superstars demand trades in recent years, including Kyrie Irving, and most recently, Kawhi Leonard. Based on reports we’ve heard recently, it wouldn’t be shocking to see a Jimmy Butler trade demand. LeBron James free agency intrigue dominated the early part of this off-season. He didn’t waste much time in choosing […]
Read MoreA New NBA ‘Big 3’ Could Reportedly Form In Eastern Conference Next Year
We’d already heard reports of Kyrie Irving and Jimmy Butler planning to form a super backcourt in the Eastern Conference next year. Apparently, they may not be alone. Earlier this month, the Chicago Sun-Times reported that the two All-Star guard are “trying to find a way” to play together in the future. That could be for Irving’s Celtics, […]
Read MoreKarl-Anthony Towns Extension Reports Could Mean Another NBA Superstar Could Be Available
Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the league’s true young superstars. It makes sense that the franchise wants to lock up the 22-year old for the long haul. However, reports of a big extension for KAT come amid others that he may not see eye-to-eye with the team’s other crucial star player. Jimmy […]
Read MoreJalen Rose: Karl-Anthony Towns Could End Up On This Team
Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the brightest young stars in the NBA. His 7-foot frame, plus scoring ability from all over the court is basically the model for the modern NBA big man. As with all small market teams that land star players, there are questions whether the Minnesota Timberwolves will be able to retain […]
Read MoreJeff Teague Ejected After Incredibly Dirty Hit On Ricky Rubio
Normally, you’d see players checking each other during a hockey game – not a basketball game. Jeff Teague got a bit confused on Friday night. Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jeff Teague, during a frustrating exchange with Utah Jazz guard Ricky Rubio, let his emotions get the best of him on Friday night. Teague, who isn’t known […]
Read MoreJimmy Butler Appears To Have Suffered A Significant Knee Injury vs. The Rockets
Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler appears to have suffered a significant knee injury on Friday night. Jimmy Butler, who didn’t play in this past weekend’s All-Star game to get some extended rest, appears to have suffered a knee injury Friday night against the Houston Rockets. Butler needed to be carried off the floor by his […]
Read MoreReport: Arron Afflalo Gets 2-Game Suspension After Role In Tuesday Night Fight
Arron Afflalo has been suspended, after he took a huge swing on Timberwolves forward Nemanja Bjelica on Tuesday night. Arron Afflalo and Nemanja Bjelica got tangled up after a missed shot during the second quarter of Tuesday’s T’Wolves-Magic game. That’s when things got ugly. Bjelica shoved Afflalo a bit to start things off. In return, […]
Read MoreArron Afflalo, Nemanja Bjelica Ejected After Nasty Scuffle
The NBA has been chippy as of late, and it continued during tonight’s Magic-Timberwolves game with an incident between Arron Afflalo and Nemanja Bjelica. Midway through the second quarter of the game, Arron Afflalo and Nemanja Bjelica got tangled up after a Minnesota shot. Bjelica appears to push into Afflalo from behind, which led to shoving, […]
Read MoreReport: Karl-Anthony Towns, Jimmy Butler Pushing For Kyrie Irving Trade To Minnesota
Kyrie Irving reportedly has interest in joining the burgeoning Minnesota Timberwolves, and the team’s stars want him brought in as well. On Friday afternoon, we learned of the shocking revelation that Kyrie Irving has asked for a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers. Shortly thereafter, ESPN’s Chris Haynes reported that Irving has four preferred destinations: Miami, […]
Read MoreMinnesota Timberwolves Negotiating Contract Extension With Andrew Wiggins
The Minnesota Timberwolves are moving toward locking up one of their top young talents. According to a new report from ESPN, the Timberwolves are making progress toward a contract extension for wing Andrew Wiggins. Minnesota head coach and president of basketball operations Tom Thibodeau confirmed the organization is trying to extend Wiggins during a Wednesday […]
Read MoreReport: Jamal Crawford To Sign 2-Year, $8.9 Million Deal With Minnesota Timberwolves After Clearing Waivers
The Wolves landed another free agent. Jamal Crawford was traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Atlanta Hawks earlier this week. The Hawks bought out Crawford’s contract, making him a free agent. After reportedly being split between three teams, Crawford has made his decision. According to Shams Charania of The Vertical, Crawford will join […]
Read MoreReport: Jamal Crawford In “Serious Talks” To Join Minnesota Timberwolves
Jamal Crawford will not be playing for Atlanta. Jamal Crawford was traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Atlanta Hawks earlier this week, but after the Hawks agreed to buyout his contract, Crawford became a free agent. Three teams were said to be at the top of Crawford’s list, Cleveland, Minnesota, and Washington. The […]
Read MoreMinnesota Sends Ricky Rubio To Utah In Trade Before Free Agency Begins
The Utah Jazz have a new point guard. NBA free agency begins in just a few hours. However, before Paul George and other free agents dominate the headlines, a massive trade between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz is about to go down. After acquiring Jimmy Butler, the Timberwolves have their second big trade of […]
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