OCTOBER 20, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES 8-10 · 12TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
8-10 · 12TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
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Rudy Gobert stars in Timberwolves debut to help beat Thunder, 115-108 MINNEAPOLIS — When last seen at Target Center, the Timberwolves were losing large leads in the second half in their playoff loss to Memphis.
Thunder Fall to Timberwolves in 2022 Season Opener Oklahoma City’s impressive comeback attempt comes up short as the Thunder give Minnesota a scare to start the 2022 season.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Gobert thrives in T-wolves debut to lead 115-108 win vs. OKC
Rudy Gobert had 23 points and 15 rebounds in his Minnesota debut as the Timberwolves recovered to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 115-108 in the season openerOCTOBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Full Game Highlights | October 19, 2022
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Rudy Gobert stars in Timberwolves debut to help beat Thunder 115-108 Gobert scored 23 points and had 16 rebounds as the Wolves, despite allowing a double-digit lead turn into a deficit in the third quarter, re...
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Rudy Gobert WOLVES DEBUT 🔥 23 PTS, 16 REB vs Thunder
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
New Jersey kids Kyle Anderson, Karl-Anthony Towns finally teammates in NBA as Timberwolves They knew each other growing up, and now their careers have come together in Minnesota.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Luka Garza - Won't suit up for opener Garza is inactive for Wednesday's season opener against the Thunder.
Impact After joining the team on a two-way deal last Friday, Garza won't take the floor for Wednesday's tilt with Oklahoma City. The big man isn't expected to have much of a role in Minnesota's frontcourt rotation this season, but he could serve as a depth piece if his number is called at some point.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Michael Rand: If these 5 things happen, Wolves win 55 games and host playoff series It is dangerous to be optimistic about the Timberwolves, but it is no fun to be pessimistic even if that often proves to be prudent.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM
The Timberwolves will win 55 games and host a playoff series if ... The ceiling is high for this year's Wolves team. Just how high will depend on these five factors.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Discounted forever, the Timberwolves have the chance to change everything this season The Wolves have changed their way of doing things and have gone from forgettable to a franchise on the rise.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
'Wild turn of events' puts Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns in NBA spotlight The Timberwolves' blockbuster — and risky — deal with Utah landed them a unique player who must work together with another unique player.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Meet the 2022-23 Timberwolves The trade for three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert vastly reshaped the Wolves before this season. Here's the roster as th...
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Jordan McLaughlin - Off injury report McLaughlin (shoulder) is off the injury report ahead of Wednesday's season opener against the Thunder.
Impact McLaughlin's shoulder soreness has subsided. He's expected to start the year as D'Angelo Russell's backup at point guard.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Eric Paschall - Out for opener Paschall is out for Wednesday's season opener against the Thunder due to left ankle/Achilles tendinosis.
Impact The Timberwolves have provided clarity on Paschall's injury, though it's unclear how long he'll be out. Either way, he's not expected to be a part of the rotation.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Once bitter rivals, Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert are allies in the NBA's biggest experiment It always seemed like more than a basketball game when Towns and Gobert faced each other. Now, they're working together.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
NBA Western Conference guide: Warriors have tough road to repeat
We've broken down all the West teams, from those playing for a championship to those playing for a chance to draft mega-prospect Victor Wemb...OCTOBER 18, 2022
Luka Garza is in win-win situation with Timberwolves The former Hawkeyes standout will play in Iowa when he is assigned to the G League team.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch faces a new challenge this season: Turning good into great The trade for center Rudy Gobert was as much a bet on the head coach as it was the players on the floor.
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM
NBA MVP odds: Lines, best bets to win the award
Kevin Durant for NBA MVP? FOX Sports NBA Writer Ric Bucher gives his three best bets to win the MVP award this season.OCTOBER 17, 2022
NBA staff debate: Warriors' repeat chances, Lakers and Nets drama, MVP picks
Are the Warriors destined to repeat, or will Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks stop them? We asked our NBA experts 10 questions ahead of o...OCTOBER 17, 2022
Timberwolves predictions: Where it can all go right and where it can all go wrong Wolves insider Jon Krawczynski offers his insights as to the best and worst case scenarios for Minnesota this season.
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Minnesota hosts Oklahoma City to start season
The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Oklahoma City Thunder in the season openerOCTOBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Three Big Questions for the Timberwolves This Season Will they miss Patrick Beverley? Will Anthony Edwards emerge as the team’s top player? Here are the factors that will loom large over Minnes...
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • SACBEE.COM
Three Big Questions for the Timberwolves This Season Will they miss Patrick Beverley? Will Anthony Edwards emerge as the team’s top player? Here are the factors that will loom large over Minnes...
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
