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Nets vs. Timberwolves prediction: NBA odds, best bets for Saturday

The Brooklyn Nets have struggled recently with only one win in their last seven games.
Kevin Ollie is the interim head coach for the Nets facing the Timberwolves, who have been inconsistent in games played on short rest.

Towns scores 27 points, Edwards gets 24, Timberwolves hang on for 96-94 win over Nets

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 27 points to lead the Timberwolves to a 96-94 win over the Nets.
Minnesota led by as many as 17 points in the third quarter and held on for the victory.
The Nets have struggled, losing three straight and 12 of their last 14 games.

Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell lead Clippers to win over Timberwolves

The Clippers defeated the Timberwolves 89-88 in a significant game for both teams.
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points, including the final five, leading the Clippers to victory.

The Knicks finally made the move for Karl-Anthony Towns. What's next?

The New York Knicks secured a long-coveted deal for Karl-Anthony Towns after years of interest and recent strategic negotiations.

Knicks 115, Timberwolves 110: New York fends off a barrage from Ant, foils the DiVo revenge game

Donte DiVincenzo made a significant impact during his season with the Knicks, establishing a record for three-pointers.

Sources: Knicks nearing deal to acquire Towns

The Knicks and Timberwolves are negotiating a trade deal involving key players including Julius Randle and Karl-Anthony Towns.

Nets vs. Timberwolves prediction: NBA odds, best bets for Saturday

The Brooklyn Nets have struggled recently with only one win in their last seven games.
Kevin Ollie is the interim head coach for the Nets facing the Timberwolves, who have been inconsistent in games played on short rest.

Towns scores 27 points, Edwards gets 24, Timberwolves hang on for 96-94 win over Nets

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 27 points to lead the Timberwolves to a 96-94 win over the Nets.
Minnesota led by as many as 17 points in the third quarter and held on for the victory.
The Nets have struggled, losing three straight and 12 of their last 14 games.

Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell lead Clippers to win over Timberwolves

The Clippers defeated the Timberwolves 89-88 in a significant game for both teams.
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points, including the final five, leading the Clippers to victory.

The Knicks finally made the move for Karl-Anthony Towns. What's next?

The New York Knicks secured a long-coveted deal for Karl-Anthony Towns after years of interest and recent strategic negotiations.

Knicks 115, Timberwolves 110: New York fends off a barrage from Ant, foils the DiVo revenge game

Donte DiVincenzo made a significant impact during his season with the Knicks, establishing a record for three-pointers.

Sources: Knicks nearing deal to acquire Towns

The Knicks and Timberwolves are negotiating a trade deal involving key players including Julius Randle and Karl-Anthony Towns.
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Donte DiVincenzo talks about heated run-in with Knicks bench | amNewYork

The Knicks' preseason win was marked by intense emotions surrounding the recent trade involving Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle.
Tensions escalated into heated exchanges between DiVincenzo and Knicks staff, highlighting the competitive rivalry and emotions surrounding the game.

Former Knicks star Julius Randle talks about his favorite NYC restaurant and what he'll miss most about NYC

Julius Randle's farewell tour highlights his appreciation for New York City's unique spots before moving to Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA playoffs: Nuggets edge Timberwolves, Pacers thrash Knicks in game 4

Denver Nuggets level series with Minnesota Timberwolves at 2-2, Indiana Pacers tie series with New York Knicks at 2-2.

Donte DiVincenzo talks about heated run-in with Knicks bench | amNewYork

The Knicks' preseason win was marked by intense emotions surrounding the recent trade involving Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle.
Tensions escalated into heated exchanges between DiVincenzo and Knicks staff, highlighting the competitive rivalry and emotions surrounding the game.

Former Knicks star Julius Randle talks about his favorite NYC restaurant and what he'll miss most about NYC

Julius Randle's farewell tour highlights his appreciation for New York City's unique spots before moving to Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA playoffs: Nuggets edge Timberwolves, Pacers thrash Knicks in game 4

Denver Nuggets level series with Minnesota Timberwolves at 2-2, Indiana Pacers tie series with New York Knicks at 2-2.
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Gobert questionable for G2 after 1st child born

Minnesota Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert is questionable for Game 2 due to becoming a father for the first time.

The Four Biggest X Factors of the 2024 NBA Conference Finals

The impact of Rudy Gobert on the Minnesota Timberwolves' success in the playoffs is significant.

NBA betting: Why the Timberwolves are legitimate championship contenders

The Minnesota Timberwolves have become contenders this season with the addition of Rudy Gobert.
The Timberwolves have the best record in the Western Conference and could potentially win the NBA title this season.

Know The Opponent: The Minnesota Timberwolves

After the 1994-95 NBA season, the Washington Bullets faced a crossroads.The team had been sub-par going on 15 years, ever since the days of Elvin Hayes, Wes Unseld and Bobby "Greyhound" Dandridge.The '95 campaign ended with the Bullets having two obvious strengths and one glaring hole.Their frontcourt was stacked between Chris Webber and Juwan Howard, both only 21.

Raptors hold through the game to win big over Minnesota 122-107

The Toronto Raptors welcomed the Minnesota Timberwolves to Scotiabank Arena tonight as they attempt to climb in the standings during the last weeks of the regular NBA Season.With nearly similar records and placements in the East and West, it's crunch time for both these teams.The T-Wolves came into this game undermanned, missing Anthony Edwards after he suffered a bad ankle injury last night.

Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Matchup: Can they put together some wins?

The Raptors have a chance to string multiple wins together tonight has they host an injury-ridden Minnesota Timberwolves team in Toronto tonight.The Raptors most recently won against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and sit in ninth place in the Eastern Conference.The Timberwolves on the other hand are eighth in the Western Conference, but will be missing a plethora of players going into tonights' game.

Gobert questionable for G2 after 1st child born

Minnesota Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert is questionable for Game 2 due to becoming a father for the first time.

The Four Biggest X Factors of the 2024 NBA Conference Finals

The impact of Rudy Gobert on the Minnesota Timberwolves' success in the playoffs is significant.

NBA betting: Why the Timberwolves are legitimate championship contenders

The Minnesota Timberwolves have become contenders this season with the addition of Rudy Gobert.
The Timberwolves have the best record in the Western Conference and could potentially win the NBA title this season.

Know The Opponent: The Minnesota Timberwolves

After the 1994-95 NBA season, the Washington Bullets faced a crossroads.The team had been sub-par going on 15 years, ever since the days of Elvin Hayes, Wes Unseld and Bobby "Greyhound" Dandridge.The '95 campaign ended with the Bullets having two obvious strengths and one glaring hole.Their frontcourt was stacked between Chris Webber and Juwan Howard, both only 21.

Raptors hold through the game to win big over Minnesota 122-107

The Toronto Raptors welcomed the Minnesota Timberwolves to Scotiabank Arena tonight as they attempt to climb in the standings during the last weeks of the regular NBA Season.With nearly similar records and placements in the East and West, it's crunch time for both these teams.The T-Wolves came into this game undermanned, missing Anthony Edwards after he suffered a bad ankle injury last night.

Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Matchup: Can they put together some wins?

The Raptors have a chance to string multiple wins together tonight has they host an injury-ridden Minnesota Timberwolves team in Toronto tonight.The Raptors most recently won against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and sit in ninth place in the Eastern Conference.The Timberwolves on the other hand are eighth in the Western Conference, but will be missing a plethora of players going into tonights' game.
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Who would Kevin Garnett root for in a possible Celtics-Timberwolves NBA Finals? Both teams.

Kevin Garnett faces a dilemma of who to root for in a possible Celtics-Timberwolves NBA Finals matchup, but he decides to support both teams.

NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stack up heading into the All-Star break

The race for the top spots in the NBA standings is heating up as teams jostle for playoff positioning.
The Minnesota Timberwolves reclaimed the No.1 seed in the West, while the Boston Celtics hold the No. 2 spot in the East.

Who would Kevin Garnett root for in a possible Celtics-Timberwolves NBA Finals? Both teams.

Kevin Garnett faces a dilemma of who to root for in a possible Celtics-Timberwolves NBA Finals matchup, but he decides to support both teams.

NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stack up heading into the All-Star break

The race for the top spots in the NBA standings is heating up as teams jostle for playoff positioning.
The Minnesota Timberwolves reclaimed the No.1 seed in the West, while the Boston Celtics hold the No. 2 spot in the East.
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#nba-playoffs

Devin Booker cashes in on halftime buzzer beater

The Phoenix Suns lead against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with key contributions from Devin Booker and Kevin Durant.

KD on fans' boos: Hope it 'ignites' us down 3-0

The Phoenix Suns faced a devastating loss in Game 3, placing them at risk of being swept in the first round of the playoffs.

Devin Booker cashes in on halftime buzzer beater

The Phoenix Suns lead against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with key contributions from Devin Booker and Kevin Durant.

KD on fans' boos: Hope it 'ignites' us down 3-0

The Phoenix Suns faced a devastating loss in Game 3, placing them at risk of being swept in the first round of the playoffs.
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#injury

Wolves' McDaniels out 2-3 weeks due to ankle

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels expected to miss 2-3 weeks with ankle sprain.
McDaniels signed a five-year, $136 million contract extension with Minnesota.
Minnesota Timberwolves currently have a 10-3 record in the Western Conference.

Wolves' Towns cleared for 5-on-5, nearing return

Karl-Anthony Towns cleared for 5-on-5 basketball activities after knee surgery.
Towns had a strong season before injury; Timberwolves performing well in his absence.

Wolves' McDaniels out 2-3 weeks due to ankle

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels expected to miss 2-3 weeks with ankle sprain.
McDaniels signed a five-year, $136 million contract extension with Minnesota.
Minnesota Timberwolves currently have a 10-3 record in the Western Conference.

Wolves' Towns cleared for 5-on-5, nearing return

Karl-Anthony Towns cleared for 5-on-5 basketball activities after knee surgery.
Towns had a strong season before injury; Timberwolves performing well in his absence.
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LeBron (illness) ruled out for Lakers vs. Wolves

The Los Angeles Lakers are without LeBron James due to flu-like symptoms for the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The game between the Lakers and the Timberwolves is crucial for playoff seeding in the Western Conference.

Sources: Wolves adding G Morris from Pistons

Minnesota Timberwolves are acquiring Monte Morris from the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Shake Milton, Troy Brown Jr., and a future second-round draft pick.
Morris adds playoff experience off the bench for the Timberwolves, who are having one of their best seasons in franchise history.
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Game Preview: Knicks at Timberwolves, November 20, 2023

The Knicks have improved their record after a slow start to the season.
The Timberwolves present a tough challenge with their strong offense and defense.
The Knicks have a three-headed monster in Brunson, Randle, and Barrett.

Preview of the Knicks' upcoming week, Nov. 19-25

The Knicks have tough games against top-tier teams from each conference.
The Timberwolves are unbeaten on their home court and have a strong defensive ranking.
The Knicks have an edge on offense but will struggle against the Timberwolves' defense.

Timberwolves 117, Knicks 100: "I don't like that we have so many days off"

The New York Knicks lost their final game on the road before returning home for Thanksgiving.
The Knicks have shown success against bad-to-mediocre teams, but struggle against top-tier teams.

Three Prop Bets For Monday's Knicks Vs. Timberwolves Game

The New York Knicks will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in an NBA game tonight.
RJ Barrett has been performing well for the Knicks, averaging a career-high in points this season.
The Timberwolves have a strong record, winning eight of their last nine games.

Game Thread: Knicks at Timberwolves, November 20, 2023

The Knicks will play against the Timberwolves in Minnesota tonight.
The Timberwolves are happy to be back home after a long road trip.
The game will be broadcast on MSG Network at 8:00 p.m. EST.

Knicks can't slow Timberwolves down in Minnesota, fall 117-100 | amNewYork

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New York Knicks 117-100 with Anthony Edwards leading with 23 points.
Minnesota has won nine of its past 10 games and is 6-0 at home, tying a franchise record.
New York shot 34.8% compared to Minnesota's 51.3%.

Game Preview: Knicks at Timberwolves, November 20, 2023

The Knicks have improved their record after a slow start to the season.
The Timberwolves present a tough challenge with their strong offense and defense.
The Knicks have a three-headed monster in Brunson, Randle, and Barrett.

Preview of the Knicks' upcoming week, Nov. 19-25

The Knicks have tough games against top-tier teams from each conference.
The Timberwolves are unbeaten on their home court and have a strong defensive ranking.
The Knicks have an edge on offense but will struggle against the Timberwolves' defense.

Timberwolves 117, Knicks 100: "I don't like that we have so many days off"

The New York Knicks lost their final game on the road before returning home for Thanksgiving.
The Knicks have shown success against bad-to-mediocre teams, but struggle against top-tier teams.

Three Prop Bets For Monday's Knicks Vs. Timberwolves Game

The New York Knicks will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in an NBA game tonight.
RJ Barrett has been performing well for the Knicks, averaging a career-high in points this season.
The Timberwolves have a strong record, winning eight of their last nine games.

Game Thread: Knicks at Timberwolves, November 20, 2023

The Knicks will play against the Timberwolves in Minnesota tonight.
The Timberwolves are happy to be back home after a long road trip.
The game will be broadcast on MSG Network at 8:00 p.m. EST.

Knicks can't slow Timberwolves down in Minnesota, fall 117-100 | amNewYork

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New York Knicks 117-100 with Anthony Edwards leading with 23 points.
Minnesota has won nine of its past 10 games and is 6-0 at home, tying a franchise record.
New York shot 34.8% compared to Minnesota's 51.3%.
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Knicks roll in 5; first playoff series win since '13

9:34 PM ET



Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer

CloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago.Friedell is a graduate of the S.I.Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.comfor its launch in April 2009.CLEVELAND -- The New York Knicks are headed to the Eastern Conference semifinals for the first time in 10 years after beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-95 on Wednesday night in Game 5 of their first-round series.

'I mean, he did it last time we played to Bron.' Austin Reaves trolls Patrick Beverley

(Charles Rex Arbogast / Associated Press)

Austin Reaves got the basketball on a dribble handoff from Anthony Davis with Patrick Beverley trailing on the Lakers' guard hip.Reaves took three dribbles into the lane and shot a runner over Beverley.Then came the moment of moments from the rapidly improving and evolving Reaves.

Kurtenbach: The Warriors' Big 3 saved the season by flipping the switch. Now, it needs to stay on.

SAN FRANCISCO The Warriors' title winners always knew where that proverbial switch was.They were just too polite to bring it up to openly acknowledge that knowledge.The 2022-23 Warriors might not be a squad built for league domination or supervillainy, but Golden State's core three players Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson are still a group that, under Steve Kerr, has never lost a Western Conference playoff series when all three players are healthy.

Warriors overcome ugly first half to beat Pelicans 120-109

SAN FRANCISCO Golden State has been teetering the playoffs and play-in line and knew how badly it needed to beat the New Orleans Pelicans, who entered Tuesday just a half-game behind the Warriors in the Western Conference standings.And while the focus wasn't all there in the first half, the Warriors, propelled by Stephen Curry and Jordan Poole, overcame a 17-point halftime deficit to pick up a much-needed 120-109 win over the Pelicans.

Is there reason to worry about the Warriors' late-game execution?

SAN FRANCISCO Klay Thompson slammed his cup on the podium, peeved to be answering questions from media about the Warriors' late-game execution issue.Two costly turnovers and some unideal shot selections in the fourth quarter's waning seconds flipped what should have been another Warriors home win into a 99-96 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night.

Nets fall in Orlando, 119-106, lose 6th in last 7

Every game counts, and the Nets just chalked one.On the second leg of a back-to-back, in a game with explicit playoff implications, the Nets ran out of gas at Orlando's Amway Center and lost to the Magic, 119-106.It marked Brooklyn's sixth loss in their last seven games following Saturday's convincing victory over the Miami Heat.

Knicks roll in 5; first playoff series win since '13

9:34 PM ET



Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer

CloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago.Friedell is a graduate of the S.I.Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.comfor its launch in April 2009.CLEVELAND -- The New York Knicks are headed to the Eastern Conference semifinals for the first time in 10 years after beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-95 on Wednesday night in Game 5 of their first-round series.

'I mean, he did it last time we played to Bron.' Austin Reaves trolls Patrick Beverley

(Charles Rex Arbogast / Associated Press)

Austin Reaves got the basketball on a dribble handoff from Anthony Davis with Patrick Beverley trailing on the Lakers' guard hip.Reaves took three dribbles into the lane and shot a runner over Beverley.Then came the moment of moments from the rapidly improving and evolving Reaves.

Kurtenbach: The Warriors' Big 3 saved the season by flipping the switch. Now, it needs to stay on.

SAN FRANCISCO The Warriors' title winners always knew where that proverbial switch was.They were just too polite to bring it up to openly acknowledge that knowledge.The 2022-23 Warriors might not be a squad built for league domination or supervillainy, but Golden State's core three players Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson are still a group that, under Steve Kerr, has never lost a Western Conference playoff series when all three players are healthy.

Warriors overcome ugly first half to beat Pelicans 120-109

SAN FRANCISCO Golden State has been teetering the playoffs and play-in line and knew how badly it needed to beat the New Orleans Pelicans, who entered Tuesday just a half-game behind the Warriors in the Western Conference standings.And while the focus wasn't all there in the first half, the Warriors, propelled by Stephen Curry and Jordan Poole, overcame a 17-point halftime deficit to pick up a much-needed 120-109 win over the Pelicans.

Is there reason to worry about the Warriors' late-game execution?

SAN FRANCISCO Klay Thompson slammed his cup on the podium, peeved to be answering questions from media about the Warriors' late-game execution issue.Two costly turnovers and some unideal shot selections in the fourth quarter's waning seconds flipped what should have been another Warriors home win into a 99-96 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night.

Nets fall in Orlando, 119-106, lose 6th in last 7

Every game counts, and the Nets just chalked one.On the second leg of a back-to-back, in a game with explicit playoff implications, the Nets ran out of gas at Orlando's Amway Center and lost to the Magic, 119-106.It marked Brooklyn's sixth loss in their last seven games following Saturday's convincing victory over the Miami Heat.
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NBA on ESPN Preview: Three tough teams and the Mavs are slated for Wednesday Night

Wednesday's ESPN doubleheader has snuck up on you again.There are two excellent games on the docket with the Dallas Mavericks (36-39) facing the Philadelphia 76ers (49-25), and then the NBA champion Minnesota Timberwolves (39-37) taking on the Phoenix Suns (40-35).These are four professional basketball teams and both games should be competitive late into their fourth quarters.

Timberwolves 140, Knicks 134: Scenes from a lot

The Minnesota Timberwolves came to Madison Square Garden without the services of Anthony Edwards or Karl-Anthony Towns.They left conquerors, 140-134 over the New York Knicks.Sometimes the music means more than the meaning, and that was the case with this one: it sucks that the Knicks lost, but this game was headline after headline after headline, three spinning newspapers in one.

NBA on ESPN Preview: Three tough teams and the Mavs are slated for Wednesday Night

Wednesday's ESPN doubleheader has snuck up on you again.There are two excellent games on the docket with the Dallas Mavericks (36-39) facing the Philadelphia 76ers (49-25), and then the NBA champion Minnesota Timberwolves (39-37) taking on the Phoenix Suns (40-35).These are four professional basketball teams and both games should be competitive late into their fourth quarters.

Timberwolves 140, Knicks 134: Scenes from a lot

The Minnesota Timberwolves came to Madison Square Garden without the services of Anthony Edwards or Karl-Anthony Towns.They left conquerors, 140-134 over the New York Knicks.Sometimes the music means more than the meaning, and that was the case with this one: it sucks that the Knicks lost, but this game was headline after headline after headline, three spinning newspapers in one.
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Rumor: Former Duke, Timberwolves player Brian Davis made a $7 billion bid on the Washington Commanders last week

The Junkies reported a scoop on the sale of the Washington Commanders this morning on their show on 106.7 the Fan.Brian Davis, who played college basketball at Duke, and professionally for the Minnesota Timberwolves, has made a cash offer of $7 billion to buy the team from Dan and Tanya Snyder.This offer was reportedly made last week, and Davis is said to have up to $9 billion available through a group of investors.

Miami Heat continue scaling NBA Play-In mountain as Nets drop another

The Miami Heat, sort of, have a great handle over their own eventual fates at this particular moment.Dropping crucial games to the New York Knicks and the Brooklyn Nets in recent weeks, the Miami Heat now have an opportunity to, not only, make up for those losses, atoning for their mistakes against the New York teams but also while possibly surpassing, at least, one of them in the Eastern Conference standings.
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