Joe Nelson

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Joe Nelson has more than 20 years of experience in Minnesota sports journalism. Nelson began his career in sports radio, working at smaller stations in Marshall and St. Cloud before moving to the highly-rated KFAN-FM 100.3 in the Twin Cities. While there, he produced the popular mid-morning show hosted by Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer Paul Allen. His time in radio laid the groundwork for his transition to sports writing in 2011. He covers the Vikings, Timberwolves, Gophers and Twins for On SI.

Dec 19, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) goes to the basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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Jesse Stroebel (right) posing with a Naz Reid painting outside his tattoo shop in Roseville, Minnesota.

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Dec 3, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Collin Sexton (8) drives to the basket in the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Dec 21, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives past Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) in the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Dec 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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After falling behind by 16 points, the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 103-100 on Sunday evening at Target Center in Minneapolis.

Dec 19, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) goes to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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The Timberwolves beat the juggernaut Oklahoma City Thunder 112-107.

Chris Finch is seen screaming at an official after being ejected during the first quarter of Friday night's Wolves-Thunder game.

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Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch was ejected less than halfway through the first quarter of Friday night's Western Conference battle with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Nov 26, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Friday night's Western Conference Finals rematch between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder will get the national spotlight on Amazon Prime, but it will still have local vibes for Wolves fans.

Dec 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder (17) dribbles the ball defended by Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland (8) in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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After an ugly home loss to the Grizzlies and point guard troubles lingering, how much longer can the Minnesota Timberwolves wait to make a trade?

Dec 17, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) and Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) fight for a rebound in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Timberwolves were without Anthony Edwards (foot) for a third straight game Wednesday night, but they still should've rolled a Memphis team that, as many have now quipped, had an injury report longer than a CVS receipt.

Nov 28, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) dribbles up court during the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Marc Stein says he's "struggling to pinpoint another team capable of presenting a deal that would clearly trump the Heat's richest pitch." What about Minnesota?

Nov 9, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) and center Rudy Gobert (27) react during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images

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After missing the last two games with right foot soreness, it remains unclear if Anthony Edwards will return to the Timberwolves' lineup when they host the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.

Nov 9, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland (8) defends Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images

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Missing three big pieces, the Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat the Sacramento Kings 117-103 Sunday night at Target Center in Minneapolis.

Dec 12, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) gestures toward the Timberwolves bench during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

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Rudy Gobert was removed during the third quarter of Sunday evening's Timberwolves-Kings game due to personal reasons, and he was ruled out for the rest of the game.

Oct 9, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte Divincenzo tries to get past New York Knicks center/forward Mitchell Robinson (23) and guard Jordan Clarkson (00) during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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According to a report from ClutchPoints, "Minnesota sent New York's front office several trade proposals" that never came close to satisfying the Knicks.

Dec 2, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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Golden State will be without two starters, while the Timberwolves won't have Anthony Edwards or Mike Conley.

Joe Nelson

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Jaden McDaniels the latest star ruled out for Wolves-Knicks showdown

Tattoo artist who fueled Minnesota's Naz Reid obsession is battling a brain tumor

Wolves linked to another point guard as trade deadline buzz heats up

Knicks rule out star players for only trip to Minnesota this season

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Jaden McDaniels injured as Wolves take down Bucks for 9th win in 11 games

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Anthony Edwards' heroics help Wolves hand juggernaut Thunder 3rd loss

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Chris Finch ejected after losing it on officials early in Wolves-Thunder battle

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Announcers revealed for Wolves-Thunder national streaming game Friday night

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Insider floats 3 point guards in conversation about Timberwolves trades

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Questions raised after 'horrendous' Wolves lose at home to depleted Grizzlies

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Could the Wolves outbid the Heat in a blockbuster trade for Giannis?

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Chris Finch gives updates on Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert

Bones Hyland steps up as depleted Wolves pull away to dump Kings

Rudy Gobert exits Wolves-Kings game for 'personal reasons'

Knicks reportedly interested in getting DiVincenzo back from Minnesota

Anthony Edwards ruled out of Friday night Wolves-Warriors battle