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Blazers 116, Timberwolves 93 Re-Thoughts
ripcityproject.com — Remember when people were freaking out about the Blazers? Tonight — and the expected optimism of tomorrow — was a good example of why it’s best to remain patient with the day-to-day of the NBA. Feels like we’ve had quite a few disclaimers, as the early season tends to ... (more) Blazers 116, Timberwolves 93 Re-Thoughts
Crazy John Hollinger: LeBron to Minnesota?
thebiglead.com — Because ESPN’s John Hollinger is apparently serious: Let me throw out an even crazier proposition — Minnesota. The Wolves will have the cap space to make a run at LeBron, depending on a few variables — or at the very least can ... (more) Crazy John Hollinger: LeBron to Minnesota?

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Blazers 116, Timberwolves 93 Re-Thoughts
2009-2010 NBA Regular Season: Andrew Bogut Dunks On Al Jefferson
yougotdunkedon.com — Andrew Bogut showing no love to Big Al Jefferson with this powerful flush, via NBA . (more) 2009-2010 NBA Regular Season: Andrew Bogut Dunks On Al ...
Wolves 72, Bucks 87
twolvesblog.com — Wolves record: 1-5 Box Score Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune recap From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: Leading by nine points in the first quarter, by five at halftime, the Wolves wilted in the third quarter when the Bucks turned up the defensive pressure and outscored them ... (more) Wolves 72, Bucks 87
Wolves/Bucks exchange: Point guards highlight rebuilding efforts
thesportsbank.net — By Andy Weise and Jake McCormick AW: The border battles for Minnesota and Wisconsin never stop. After another fantastic Vikings-Packers game last Sunday, it’s time we turn our attention to the next legendary battle between the two states. OK, this battle might not receive 1/100th of ... (more) Wolves/Bucks exchange: Point guards highlight rebuilding ...
Game Four Preview: Bucks @ Timberwolves
bucksketball.com — Matchups Point Guard Brandon Jennings vs. Jonny Flynn The point guard everyone wanted to end up on the Bucks, against the point guard everyone is happy on the Bucks. To the surprise of virtually everyone, Jennings has thoroughly outplayed Flynn through three games. Both are turning it ... (more) Game Four Preview: Bucks @ Timberwolves
Battling Big Al
Battling Big Al
perkisabeast.com — The T-Wolves are a dramatically different team than last year. Sabby Telfair and Craig Smith are Paperclips now, Randy Foye and Mike Miller are Wizards, McCants and Madsen are out of the league. But old friends Ryan Gomes and Al Jefferson are still ... (more) Battling Big Al
2009-2010 NBA Regular Season: Al Jefferson Dunks On Ray Allen
yougotdunkedon.com — Big Al Jefferson with the pump fake and slam, via NBA . (more) 2009-2010 NBA Regular Season: Al Jefferson Dunks On Ray ...
Celtics Survive in Minnesota, 92-90
sportsofboston.com — How did the Celtics, a team that has dominated all opponents so far this season, barely beat the Minnesota Timberwolves, 92-90 , on Wednesday night? Let’s find out. First Quarter: Timberwolves Come Out Hot Wednesday night’s game began with the Celtics and the Timberwolves ... (more) Celtics Survive in Minnesota, 92-90
Celtics/Wolves Preview & Live Blog Promo
Celtics/Wolves Preview & Live Blog Promo
redsarmy.com — Celtics (5-0) vs. Minnesota (1-3) Game time: 8pm Target Center, Minneapolis. TV - CSN; Radio - WEEI-AM (850) Team Leaders Scoring Bos: Pierce - 21.6 Wolves: Al Jefferson - 16.5 Rebounding Bos: Pierce - 6.8 Wolves: Ryan Gomes - 8.0  ... (more) Celtics/Wolves Preview & Live Blog Promo
Scouting report: Celtics at Timberwolves
bostonherald.com — ONIGHT - 8, Target Center, Minneapolis. TV - CSN; Radio - WEEI-AM (850). THE NUMBERS 11-8: Celtics [ team stats ] record at the Target Center. 22.5: Al Jefferson [ stats ] s scoring average over the last two games on the road. 1-1: Timberwolves record ... (more) Scouting report: Celtics at Timberwolves
NBA Hit List power ranking, 11.2
NBA Hit List power ranking, 11.2
dimemag.com — The worst part about preseason polls is that voters adopt a loyalty to those pre-determined spots even after the season shows us some of those picks were just wrong. College football gets it the worst, but the same often applies for the NBA; the only ... (more) NBA Hit List power ranking, 11.2
Wolves Updates 11/2
Wolves Updates 11/2
twolvesblog.com — From Stop-n-Pop/Canis Hoopus: Questions and stories begin to take shape From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: Wolves boss David Kahn must decide by today whether to offer Kevin Love, Corey Brewer and Oleksiy Pecherov contract extensions for the 2010-11 season. On Sunday, Kahn ... (more) Wolves Updates 11/2
Wolves 112, Suns 120
Wolves 112, Suns 120
twolvesblog.com — Wolves record: 1-2 Box Score Associated Press recap From Phil Shipley/Pioneer Press: Corey Brewer scored a career-high 19 points, and Al Jefferson added 21 — though 15 of those came when he was fresh in the first quarter. After that, he appeared to wear down, and he ... (more) Wolves 112, Suns 120
Wolves Updates 11/1
Wolves Updates 11/1
twolvesblog.com — Click here for the forum's thread for tonight's game at Phoenix Game previews: Associated Press Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: Al Jefferson, meanwhile, has shown in the first two games that his full return from that February knee injury won’t ... (more) Wolves Updates 11/1
Wolves Updates 10/31
Wolves Updates 10/31
twolvesblog.com — From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: Wolves coach Kurt Rambis received permission from the team's medical staff to bump Al Jefferson's minutes from the 25 minutes he received in Wednesday's opener. "Whatever it takes to win, whatever he can handle at this point, conditioning-wise," Rambis said ... (more) Wolves Updates 10/31
Cavaliers Preview Game #3: Cavs at Timberwolves
Cavaliers Preview Game #3: Cavs at Timberwolves
waitingfornextyear.com — Cleveland Cavaliers (0-2) vs Minnesota Timberwolves (1-0) Target Center, Minneapolis, MN Friday, October 30, 2009 8:00 PM EST FSOH/WTAM Ok, now that we’ve all gotten our cathartic musings on the decline of Cavalier civilization out of our system these last two days, it’s time for the Cavaliers ... (more) Cavaliers Preview Game #3: Cavs at Timberwolves
Knee Deep in the Hoopla with Jefferson Starship
Knee Deep in the Hoopla with Jefferson Starship
midwestsportsfans.com — Heard this song for the first time in a while today. Surprisingly, it is much harder to do on Sing Star than you might think. And yes, I have spent many a drunken, cold Indiana night learning that lesson that hard and embarrasing way but doing better than you might assume. (For the record, I ... (more) Knee Deep in the Hoopla with Jefferson Starship
Jefferson-Spurs: Chemistry Problem?
Jefferson-Spurs: Chemistry Problem?
pointsinthepaint.com — I was holding off with my comments regarding Richard Jefferson 's poor first-game performance and was chalking it up to an easy, blow-out game that did not require him to really show-up. His game against the Chicago Bulls was another story altogether and his two game average of 7.0 PPG; 3.0 ... (more) Jefferson-Spurs: Chemistry Problem?
Kurt Rambis: “We want to win a championship; we want to put a championship caliber team on the court”
Kurt Rambis: “We want to win a championship; we want to put a championship caliber team on the ...
sportsradiointerviews.com — The Kurt Rambis era kicked off for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Rambis, the ninth head coach in the team’s 20-year history, had been an assistant with the Los Angeles Lakers for 10 seasons. It’s a little bit different scenario in Minnesota ... (more) Kurt Rambis: “We want to win a championship; we want to ...
First Hero of 09-10 Is ... Damien Wilkins?
First Hero of 09-10 Is ... Damien Wilkins?
nba.fanhouse.com — by Matt Moore The NBA isn't just made at Staples on Sunday afternoons under the lights, or in a Friday night showdown at the Garden. It's every night, players stepping up and making plays. It's guys that will eventually be answers to trivia ... (more) First Hero of 09-10 Is ... Damien Wilkins?
Top 25 Under 25 Update - Lopez, Evans, Ellis, Westbrook & More
Top 25 Under 25 Update - Lopez, Evans, Ellis, Westbrook & More
davissportsdeli.com — (Photo credit: Daily Thunder.) With the exception of the Bulls, every NBA team has played at least once this season. It’s been a mixed bag so far from players under 25. Some have played well. Others have fallen flat on their faces. Let’s take a look around the League for a quick Top ... (more) Top 25 Under 25 Update - Lopez, Evans, Ellis, Westbrook ...
Game 1 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Game 1 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
netsarescorching.com — It is finally here. Opening day. I am so excited for this game, I can barely control myself today, I just keep looking at my clock, waiting for it to be 8:00. This will be your open thread. I am kind of merging open threads and the previews I used to do last year , so don’t ... (more) Game 1 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Opening night excitement has no age limit for Spurs
mysanantonio.com — They may be veterans of nine and 14 previous NBA seasons, but Richard Jefferson and Antonio McDyess say tonight's first regular season game with the Spurs has them as nervous and excited as when they were NBA rookies. I'd have to rate this in my top ... (more) Opening night excitement has no age limit for Spurs
San Antonio Spurs 2009-2010 Season Preview, Picks & Odds
San Antonio Spurs 2009-2010 Season Preview, Picks & Odds
sportsbooklists.com — Nothing gets a fan base fired up quite like seeing ownership spend money to try and create a title contender. The addition of Jefferson and McDyess should add some life to the final years of the Duncan Dynasty. (more) San Antonio Spurs 2009-2010 Season Preview, Picks & Odds
Big Al Jefferson deserves your support
startribune.com — Big Al Jefferson is the reason you should support the Timberwolves through another rebuilding year. (more) Big Al Jefferson deserves your support
Nets on the Net: 10/28/09 Opening Day Edition
Nets on the Net: 10/28/09 Opening Day Edition
netsarescorching.com — Al Iannazzone recounts how yesterday’s final practice before the start of the season got “chippy,” according to Devin Harris. Dave D’Alessandro asks how young are the Nets really? If the Nets win tonight, it’s the first time they started back-to-back seasons ... (more) Nets on the Net: 10/28/09 Opening Day Edition
Wolves Updates 10/28
Wolves Updates 10/28
twolvesblog.com — Click here for the forum's thread for tonight's season opener against the Nets Game previews: Ben Palosaari/City Pages Mark Wollemann/Star Tribune Click here for the Timberwolves manifesto From Jonah Ballow/Timberwolves site: The main topics ... (more) Wolves Updates 10/28
Ricky Rubio Has Got It
mouthpiecesports.com — Ball In Europe (via TH / BDL ) has video of Ricky Rubio putting the hurt on his old DKV Joventut team over the weekend. Peep it, then we’ll discuss: Yes, all these ridiculous assists are from one game , even though it might look more ... (more) Ricky Rubio Has Got It
Wolves Updates 10/27 Part 2
Wolves Updates 10/27 Part 2
twolvesblog.com — From the Associated Press: Minnesota Timberwolves big man Al Jefferson will play in the opener on Wednesday night against New Jersey despite battling an Achilles injury in recent weeks. Jefferson said Tuesday that he has practiced pain free for the past two days and will definitely ... (more) Wolves Updates 10/27 Part 2
NBA Preseason Awards
NBA Preseason Awards
joshqpublic.com — I like Slam dunks take me to the hoop. My favorite play is the alley oop. I like the pick-and-roll, I like the give-and-go. Cause it’s basketball, uh, Mister Kurtis Blow. -Kurtis Blow Public Service Announcement : Ok, here we go! NBA action. NBA satisfaction. NBA coming ... (more) NBA Preseason Awards
Wolves Updates 10/27
Wolves Updates 10/27
twolvesblog.com — From Jonah Ballow/Timberwolves site: The sense of anticipation is in the air. Wednesday will mark the season opener as the Wolves face New Jersey at the Target Center. The team practiced on Monday afternoon and a welcome sight was back inside the paint. Al Jefferson wore a sleeve on his ... (more) Wolves Updates 10/27
Big Al says 'no doubt' he'll play in opener
Big Al says 'no doubt' he'll play in opener
startribune.com — Kurt Rambis said Jefferson looks "terrific," adding the team will continue to monitor his injury. (more) Big Al says 'no doubt' he'll play in opener
Al returns, Flynn, Ellington out today with flu
blogs2.startribune.com — Al Jefferson returned to practice today and scrimmaged regularly on the Target Center main floor, but teammates Jonny Flynn and Wayne Ellington were missing because they went to the doctor with flu-like symptoms. Jefferson vowed he’d play in ... (more) Al returns, Flynn, Ellington out today with flu
NBA Preview 2009-2010: Minnesota Timberwolves
NBA Preview 2009-2010: Minnesota Timberwolves
rootzoo.com — A very brief NBA Preview for the Minnesota Timberwolves. (more) NBA Preview 2009-2010: Minnesota Timberwolves
Timberwolves Unveil Hardwood Classic Games and Jersey
Timberwolves Unveil Hardwood Classic Games and Jersey
twolvesblog.com — Click here for a photo From the Timberwolves: Minneapolis-St. Paul -- The Minnesota Timberwolves unveiled their schedule of six Hardwood Classic games for the 2009-10 season this afternoon at the IDS Crystal Court. The Wolves also unveiled the throwback jersey they will wear during ... (more) Timberwolves Unveil Hardwood Classic Games and Jersey
Preview 09: Spotlight on Richard Jefferson
Preview 09: Spotlight on Richard Jefferson
projectspurs.com — In every team’s existence there are moments that define the direction the team will head, a make-or-break point if you will. They come at pivotal moments in a franchise’s history. The Spurs had one of these pivotal moments this summer. After losing to the Dallas Mavericks in the first round ... (more) Preview 09: Spotlight on Richard Jefferson
Wolves Updates 10/26
Wolves Updates 10/26
twolvesblog.com — From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: Matching Love pedal for pedal during practice was center Al Jefferson, who is over the flu but still is battling a sore Achilles' tendon that threatens to keep him out of Wednesday's opener against New Jersey. Wolves coach Kurt Rambis had no idea Sunday ... (more) Wolves Updates 10/26
Al’s Achilles still an issue with opener three days away
blogs2.startribune.com — Al Jefferson, feeling better after last week’s flu knocked him down, participated in some of today’s practice at Target Center, but he remains bothered by that sore Achilles tendon. He rode the exercise bike for the final portion of ... (more) Al’s Achilles still an issue with opener three days away
They couldn't beat Spurs, so they joined them
mysanantonio.com — Together, Antonio McDyess and Richard Jefferson hope to accomplish with the Spurs what they could not against them. (more) They couldn't beat Spurs, so they joined them
Quick podcast: Raptors vs T-Wolves
Quick podcast: Raptors vs T-Wolves
raptorsrepublic.com — Doug Smith was there, he can tell you a lot more. Did a super-quick podcast with Nicole Cartier, the Associate Producer for the Timberwolves broadcast team. Have a listen: According to the box-score Bosh took full advantage of Al Jefferson’s absence and had himself a monster game.  ... (more) Quick podcast: Raptors vs T-Wolves
The GMTR Hot List: Top 10 Fantasy Centers
The GMTR Hot List: Top 10 Fantasy Centers
feedproxy.google.com — Here is the fifth and final part of our week-long rundown of top 10 fantasy players at each position going into the year. I’d make it more than 10, but then I’d need a second set of hands to count with. Check out the Four Fingers Draft Guide if you’d like to see our entire list of top 40 ... (more) The GMTR Hot List: Top 10 Fantasy Centers
Preseason: Wolves 122, Pistons 114
Preseason: Wolves 122, Pistons 114
twolvesblog.com — Preseason record: 2-5 Box Score From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: There just might be a correlation there after the Wolves shared the ball, placed six players in double figures and delivered just enough defensive stops against an opponent that shot nearly 59 percent and ... (more) Preseason: Wolves 122, Pistons 114
Nathan Jawai Aquired By Minnesota Wolves: How Does He Howl?
Nathan Jawai Aquired By Minnesota Wolves: How Does He Howl?
bleacherreport.com — With Kevin Love, and Al Jefferson now sidelined, the Wolves are now working on bigs like Pecherov, Hollins, and Reiner to hold down the fort. However, that will not get it done, not even in the preseason. The Wolves have acquired Nathan Jawai, and ... (more) Nathan Jawai Aquired By Minnesota Wolves: How Does He Howl?
Wolves Updates 10/22
Wolves Updates 10/22
twolvesblog.com — From Jerry Zgoda/Star Tribune: The Timberwolves on Wednesday sent Al Jefferson home to Minnesota, where he will recuperate for Wednesday's regular-season opener while his team plays its final two preseason games without him. Jefferson flew home from Detroit the morning after he wore a ... (more) Wolves Updates 10/22
Al goes home, Wolves cut Reiner
blogs2.startribune.com — The Wolves sent Al Jefferson home from Detroit today so he can rest and recover from that flu/cold that forced him to wear a medical mask to contain his germs on the team’s flight from Denver Tuesday night. He will not play either Thursday ... (more) Al goes home, Wolves cut Reiner
New-Look Timberwolves: Do Not Open Until Xmas
New-Look Timberwolves: Do Not Open Until Xmas
basketball.about.com — After a blizzard of trades engineered by new team president David Kahn, the 2009-10 Timberwolves will bear only a passing resemblance to last year's squad. Unfortunately, Minnesota fans won't get a look at the finished product until Christmastime; second-year forward Kevin Love had surgery ... (more) New-Look Timberwolves: Do Not Open Until Xmas
Big Al Out Indefinitely
slamonline.com — Kevin Love is undergoing surgery, and Al Jefferson is out with an Achilles’ tendon. So quickly the Wolves frontcourt fell: “In a surprising development Monday, Al Jefferson did not practice because of a sore Achilles’ tendon that ... (more) Big Al Out Indefinitely
Morning Linkage – Oct. 21/9
Morning Linkage – Oct. 21/9
raptorsrepublic.com — Raptor players want tried-and-true routine – thestar.com There is a staccato rhythm to the NBA season: practice, shootaround, game, practice, shootaround, game, lather, rinse, repeat. It is a schedule that has withstood the test of time and the whims of coaches who would alter it; a ... (more) Morning Linkage – Oct. 21/9
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