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Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off back-to-back sixth-place finishes in the Western Conference. Could this be the year they leap back into the top three? Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

After back-to-back sixth-place finishes in the Western Conference, the Minnesota Timberwolves took a big swing this summer — a swing that could lead them to a top-three seed this season.

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Looking at possible Kuminga negatives for the Wolves.

The Timberwolves pulled off a major addition with Jonathan Kuminga, but there's some risks to consider as well.

These Wolves players will experience some changes with Jonathan Kuminga in the fold.

Jonathan Kuminga's arrival won't just bring about a roster change for the Timberwolves, but on-court impacts for other players as well.

Mar 1, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) dunks against the Portland Trail Blazers in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

With the Timberwolves signing Jonathan Kuminga, they've now made a few things clear for themselves in terms of this upcoming season.

Jan 12, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Josh Green (10) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Timberwolves will need to shed salary after signing Jonathan Kuminga, with Josh Green's contract making the most sense.

Mar 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves minority owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez celebrate the team's win over the Phoenix Suns at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Timberwolves owner Marc Lore sold his majority stake to Marc Stad, a transaction that could affect Tim Connelly, who has only one year left on his contract.

Jonathan Kuminga will need to play a certain way and focus on certain things to maximize his fit with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Jonathan Kuminga is headed to the Minnesota Timberwolves as the team's answer to their starting power forward questions. Still, Kuminga must play a certain way to maximize his fit with the Wolves.

Apr 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Joan Beringer (19) dunks the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Ranking the young players on the Minnesota Timberwolves roster based on who they project to be over the next few years in the NBA.

Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert make up the Minnesota Timberwolves' defensive leaders within their starting lineup. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

The Minnesota Timberwolves will feature a new-look starting lineup this season. Here is the biggest question facing every member of that lineup that they must answer this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves second-round pick Trey Kaufman-Renn may find himself in a roster crunch as the Wolves near training camp. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard/Imagn Images

The Timberwolves salary situation is directly impacting rookie Trey Kaufman-Renn, who remains unsigned, but there's other factors at work as well.

Mar 28, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves players react on the bench during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center.

The Wolves will enter the 2026-27 season with no starting quality players on the bench. After three years of exceptional depth, what should fans expect from the Wolves bench, and who has a chance to crack the rotation?

Jaylen Clark, the Minnesota Timberwolves' most rugged point-of-attack defender, could further grow his importance to this team if he proves himself during Minnesota's training camp.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will open up their regular season Oct. 21 in Miami. Here are the five players who have the most to prove before that happens.

Terrence Shannon Jr. will have every opportunity to make an impact off the bench for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina/Imagn Images

The Timberwolves' offseason of changes has resulted in the young Terrence Shannon Jr. taking on a much larger important off of the bench.

Watch for these Wolves changes in 2026-27.

After the Timberwolves' big offseason, there's a few noticeable changes to expect on offense this year.

Nov 15, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the Ball as Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8) plays defense in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

The Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves are going in opposite directions after the Nuggets traded away Peyton Watson.

Jan 6, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) prepares to play the Miami Heat before the game at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

The five best trade assets the Minnesota Timberwolves have remaining after a busy offseason filled with transactions and signings.

Anthony Edwards is a superstar trying to bring the Minnesota Timberwolves a championship. But he isn't thinking about that right now. He is focused on the 82 games that he and the Timberwolves must grind through first. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

The Minnesota Timberwolves are competing for a championship, but Anthony Edwards isn't thinking about that yet. Instead, he is focused on the 82-game regular season that lies ahead of that goal.

Chris Finch will have plenty of rotational flexibility this season as the Wolves move forward without questions at power forward and uncertain depth. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

While the Minnesota Timberwolves' headlining offseason move of acquiring star guard LaMelo Ball raises the team's ceiling, it's important to not underestimate t

Rudy Gobert has been a bedrock for the Timberwolves defensively, but the other side of the ball has always been hit and miss

There are a number of certainties that come with Rudy Gobert's tenure in a Timberwolves uniform. The trade the brought him here was controversial. He has become

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett prior to the game against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns defeated the Timberwolves 108-101. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Timberwolves legend Kevin Garnett's jersey is set to go up into the rafters of Target Center on February 28th, joining his former teammate Malik Sealy.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu has a case for why he should or shouldn't be in the starting lineup.

With Ayo Dosunmu re-signing in the offseason, he will likely be given an opportunity to capture the starting spot, but the fit could make or break the Wolves' season.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) talks with head coach Chris Finch during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Anthony Edwards has a uniquely close relationship with his head coach Chris Finch, one that is built on mutual respect between two passionate competitors.

Nov 1, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (1) and center Naz Reid (11) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

With the NBA schedule released, here are the top six Timberwolves games that fans should be excited about this season.

Woles-Heat to begin the year will set the tone for Minnesota.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will open their 2026-27 season on the road against the Miami Heat — a perfect first matchup for three reasons.

May 10, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) goes to the basket past San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) in the fourth quarter of game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

The Anthony Edwards-at-PG experiment that Chris Finch conducted last year ultimately blew up in the Timberwolves' face. Still, it was a necessary risk for him to take that made Minnesota's biggest need crystal clear.

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