Timberwolves name Thomas VP of community engagement
Former NBA player John Thomas, who grew up in Minneapolis and played college ball at the University of Minnesota, has been named the Timberwolves' vice president for community engagement.
2017 ScheduleAll times ET
2017 Schedule
31-51, 5th in Northwest
- 2/25L 142-130
- 2/27W 102-88
- 3/1W 107-80
- 3/4L 97-90
- 3/6PPD
- 3/8W 107-91
- 3/10W 103-102
- 3/11L 102-95
- 3/13W 119-104
- 3/15L 117-104
- 3/17L 123-105
- 3/19L 123-109
- 3/21L 100-93
- 3/24L 130-119
- 3/25L 112-100
- 3/28W 115-114
- 3/30W 119-104
- 4/1L 123-117
- 4/3W 110-109
- 4/4L 121-107
- 4/6L 105-98
- 4/7L 120-113
- 4/9L 110-109
- 4/11L 100-98
- 4/12L 123-118
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ESPN Stats and Information
Derrick Rose had more points and assists per game, and a greater player efficiency rating, in four seasons with Tom Thibodeau's Bulls than he did under Fred Hoiberg and Jeff Hornacek.
Is Rose ready be a backup? (1:14)
Ian Begley ESPN Staff Writer
The Minnesota Timberwolves view Derrick Rose as a potential free-agent target this summer, league sources told ESPN. Rose, 28, will be a free agent for the first time in his career after spending last season with the New York Knicks. It is unclear at this point which other outside teams besides the Timberwolves view Rose as a potential free-agent target. Some rival executives believe the San Antonio Spurs may have interest in Rose, depending on how the free-agent market for point guards develops. The Knicks, as of late in the regular season, hadn't ruled out the possibility of re-signing Rose, per sources.
Sources: Wolves may target Rose as free agent
Point guard Derrick Rose, who spent last season with the Knicks, could be a free-agent target of the Timberwolves this summer.
Ben Goessling ESPN Staff Writer
Timberwolves point guard Tyus Jones donated 30 laptops, as well as new projection equipment, to Excell Academy in Brooklyn Park, Minn., as part of Jones' first Write Your Own Story learning lab. The Apple Valley, Minn., native started working with Excell Academy last year after dean Justin Balvin (himself a former basketball player challenged NBA players to make 13 consecutive shots -- including one from half court -- or donate to the school.
Pelton mail: Is Towns best paired with a center?
Karl-Anthony Towns has a perfect skill set for a modern NBA center, but playing him as a power forward next to a traditional center has its merits.
Vote: What do you think about the All-NBA team?
Several NBA players voiced their displeasure with the All-NBA team and the implications for Paul George. What do you think about the selections and the new rule?
The Many Problems with the NBA Draft
Kevin Arnovitz and Pablo Torre on NBA draft reform, new concepts and what could replace it.
Kevin Pelton ESPN Staff Writer
The Minnesota Timberwolves will pick 7th in the NBA Draft. The Timberwolves will add another lottery pick to a young core headlined by former No. 1 picks Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins.
Ohm Youngmisuk ESPN Staff Writer
Magic Johnson headlines the team representatives for Tuesday night's NBA Draft Lottery.
Rumor Central: Timberwolves will consider all options with lottery pick
The Minnesota Timberwolves might trade down in the draft, or make a deal for a veteran, if they don't move into the top three.
Rumor Central: Jonathan Isaac best draft fit for Timberwolves?
The Timberwolves have plenty of talent, but would do well to add Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac to the mix, according to ESPN's Fran Fraschilla.
Ian Begley ESPN Staff Writer
Cool opportunity for Karl Towns fans: Towns will be hosting a youth basketball camp in New Jersey on June 15-16 at Kean University.
Former NBA All-Star Roy injured in shooting
Former Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy was injured in a shooting over the weekend in California, authorities say. He is expected to recover.
Rumor Central: Could Tom Thibodeau target Taj Gibson?
The Minnesota Timberwolves need to improve their defense, and Tom Thibodeau might look to reunite with Oklahoma City forward Taj Gibson.
Rumor Central: Shabazz Muhammad dropping Landmark Sports for Klutch Sports
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Shabazz Muhammad will enter free agency on July 1 with Rich Paul as his new agent.
Rumor Central: Ricky Rubio changing agents?
The NBA rumor mill has Minnesota PG Ricky Rubio dropping Dan Fegan and Jarinn Akana, so he can sign with a new agent.
KG: 'Don't see eye to eye' with Wolves brass
Retirement hasn't healed Kevin Garnett's wounds that opened during an acrimonious split with the Minnesota Timberwolves last season.
Knicks lose draft lottery tiebreaker to Wolves
If neither team lands in the top three of the NBA draft lottery, the Timberwolves will draft ahead of the Knicks as determined by tiebreaker.
Kevin Pelton ESPN Staff Writer
The NBA will break ties for picks in the 2017 draft Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern with a random drawing televised on NBA TV. While the Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks will split combinations in the May 16 draft lottery, the tiebreaker will determine where they pick if neither is drawn in the lottery's top three. Ties will also be broken between the Chicago Bulls and Portland Trail Blazers for 15th and 16th, the Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks for 17th and 18th, the Atlanta Hawks and Memphis Grizzlies (whose pick goes to Portland) for 19th and 20th and the Cleveland Cavaliers (to Portland), LA Clippers, Toronto Raptors and Utah Jazz for 23rd through 26th. The Raptors will get the better of the picks belonging to them and the Clippers, while the Orlando Magic get the weaker of the two.
2016-17 Northwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 51 | 31 | .622 | - | W2 |
| Oklahoma City | 47 | 35 | .573 | 4 | L1 |
| Portland | 41 | 41 | .500 | 10 | L1 |
| Denver | 40 | 42 | .488 | 11 | W2 |
| Minnesota | 31 | 51 | .378 | 20 | L6 |
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game105.613th
Rebounds Per Game42.425th
Assists Per Game23.79th
Points Allowed106.7Tied-18th
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 31 | 51 | .378 |
| 2015-16 | 29 | 53 | .354 |
| 2014-15 | 16 | 66 | .195 |
| 2013-14 | 40 | 42 | .488 |
| 2012-13 | 31 | 51 | .378 |