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.

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

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Mar 26, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) shoots the ball against the New York Knicks during the second quarter at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Apr 25, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) drives as center Rudy Gobert (27) screens Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson (23) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Apr 5, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) drives by Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) in the fourth quarter at Target Center.

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Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) brings the ball up court against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Timberwolves are in serious pursuit of LaMelo Ball, according to a flood of insider reports that all just happened to hit the wire at about the same time late Wednesday night.

Dec 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) talks with forward Jaden McDaniels (3) during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Reading between the lines, one can now assume with some level of confidence that Anthony Edwards told Timberwolves leaders not to include Jaden McDaniels in a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) reacts against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Quentin Grimes is set to become a free agent, and Minnesota might be able to sign him with the non-taxpayer midlevel exception they freed up by trading Julius Randle.

Mar 14, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) shoots during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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Who will be willing to sign a contract with the Wolves for the MLE is a bit of a wild goose chase, but some interesting names could be available when teams are allowed to start negotiations at 5 p.m. CT on June 30.

May 10, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) yells to someone in the stands after game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs with the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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After trading Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets in an obvious salary dump, Connelly's latest big move has national insiders wondering how long it'll be before Anthony Edwards asked to be traded.

May 10, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) works around San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) 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

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The Timberwolves were very busy Monday night, trading Julius Randle and re-signing Ayo Dosunmu.

Nov 24, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) tries to defend against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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The latest league-wide reporting on the eve of the NBA Draft does not inspire much confidence in the Wolves' chances of landing a star.

Mar 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) dribbles as Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Rumors are swirling as the NBA Draft draws closer. Will the Wolves swing and miss, or hit a home run in the trade market?

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A name for Timberwolves fans to monitor during next week's NBA Draft is Sergio De Larrea.

Troy Hudson played five of his 11 NBA seasons with the Timberwolves.

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Troy Hudson, the former Timberwolves point guard who was part of the exciting Kevin Garnett-era playoff teams in the early 2000s, has been hired as an assistant coach at Minnetonka High School.

Feb 8, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives for the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) during the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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The alleged asking price for Giannis would crush Minnesota's depth. Can Tim Connelly work some magic without sacrificing Jaden McDaniels and Joan Beringer?

Jun 8, 2026; New York, New York, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) and guard Dylan Harper (2) react as New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) dunks the ball during game three of the 2026 NBA Finals in the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The NBA Finals are highlighting exactly what Minnesota lacks: a true point guard, more offensive punch from the center position, and more versatile wings.

Joe Nelson

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

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The 'Undeniably Serious' LaMelo Ball-Wolves Trade Chatter Exploded Out of Nowhere

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The Top Timberwolves Insider Keeps Name-Dropping Quentin Grimes

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4 Players the Wolves Should Target With Their New Midlevel Exception

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'Penny-Pinching' Wolves Move Has NBA Insiders Wondering if Anthony Edwards Will Eventually Ask Out

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Ayo Dosunmu Staying With Timberwolves on Reported $112 Million Contract

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Are the Wolves About to Strike Out on All of Their Top Trade Targets?

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Wolves Buzz on Derrick White, Ja Morant, Ayo Dosunmu, Julius Randle, Micah Nori

Sergio De Larrea Reportedly on Timberwolves' NBA Draft Radar

Former Wolves PG Troy Hudson Hired to Coach at Twin Cities High School

Wolves Reportedly an 'Emerging Option' as Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Nears

Knicks' Finals Run Offers Blueprint for Wolves to Catch Spurs, Thunder