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Joe Nelson

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.

Feb 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) dribbles during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images
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Timberwolves' Summer League roster unveiled: Dilly, TSJ, Clark and Miller included

The Wolves revealed the full Summer League roster on Thursday, and it includes the two 2024 first-round picks who are both expected to play key roles for Minnesota during the 2025-26 season.

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May 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Josh Minott (8) warms up before game two against the Oklahoma City Thunder of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images
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Reports: Wolves decline options on Luka Garza, Josh Minott

After re-signing Naz Reid and Julius Randle to contract extensions, the Timberwolves have reportedly declined team options on Luka Garza and Josh Minott, rendering both of them free agents.

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May 10, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) talks with the referee in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors during game three in the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Insiders: Watch out for Hawks in possible Nickeil Alexander-Walker sign-and-trade

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is set to become a free agent on July 6, but it sounds like the Atlanta Hawks would prefer to avoid getting into a bidding war for the Timberwolves guard.

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Jan 29, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Micah Nori against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Report: Knicks interview Wolves assistant Micah Nori for head coaching job

Micah Nori is reportedly interviewing for the head coaching job with the New York Knicks.

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May 24, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half in game three of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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Suns insider claims to know what Timberwolves offered for Kevin Durant

According to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, the Wolves offered Rudy Gobert, Donte DiVincenzo, Rob Dillingham or Terrence Shannon Jr. and the the No. 17 pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft.

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Feb 1, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Current majority owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves Glen Taylor and his wife Becky Mulvihill greet minority owner Alex Rodriguez (right) after the team defeated the Golden State Warriors at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
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'It's been the honor of our lives': Glen and Becky Taylor bid farewell as Timberwolves, Lynx owners

The Taylors have owned the Wolves since 1994, but ownership transition will pass the baton to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez.

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Mar 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Phoenix Suns insider expects Kevin Durant trade to happen Sunday or Monday

With the NBA Draft now just four days away, the Kevin Durant trade stalemate may be coming to an end. A report from John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, a trade could happen Sunday or Monday.

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Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts against the Sacramento Kings at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Report: Kevin Durant trade talks will 'likely stretch into next week'

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Durant's status with the Suns, barring a "significant weekend shift in the state of talks," will likely see discussions "stretch into next week."

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Nov 15, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) against Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Anthony Edwards not recruiting Kevin Durant to Wolves, insiders say

Anthony Edwards is not attempting to recruit his idol, Kevin Durant, to Minnesota. That's the word from ESPN's Marc J. Spears, whose report has since been corroborated by fellow insider Brian Windhorst.

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Mar 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Reports: Timberwolves suddenly 'unlikely' to trade for Kevin Durant

There were a flurry of reports Saturday night that appear to distance the Timberwolves from Durant and any realistic trades.

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Feb 8, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) and center Rudy Gobert (27) reach for a rebound during the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
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Wolves speculation: Gobert’s ‘to be continued’ post, Naz Reid spotted with Connelly

The Timberwolves offseason is ratcheting up day by day and the last couple of days have resulted in some noteworthy photos and social media posts that have left the door open for speculation.

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Jan 29, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) looks on from the court against the Miami Heat during the first quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Who has the best offer for Kevin Durant: Spurs, Wolves, Knicks, Rockets, Raptors, or Heat?"

If Kevin Durant is traded by the Phoenix Suns in the coming weeks, which team has the best package of assets to convince the Suns to pull the trigger on a deal? For this exercise, we need to keep a third team out of this and focus on two-team trades.

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