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 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) guards Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) in the second quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Apr 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after a foul in game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Oct 3, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) defends Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (41) as he drives to the basket in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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Rich Paul discussing why LeBron makes sense in Minnesota.

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The teams listed on Rich Paul's whiteboard were on the board because they are legitimate landing spots for LeBron James — and, yes, it included the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Mar 8, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) reacts against the New York Knicks in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Minnesota, strapped for cash with nothing more than the $6.1 million midlevel exception to offer, is reportedly viewing Hachimura as their "top choice" to fill a roster hole at power forward.

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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The Timberwolves will play four games in the Las Vegas Summer League, but Minnesota has yet to reveal what the roster will look like.

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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While local basketball fans are reacting to the trade with a level head, there's a bunch of national media talking heads who continue to prove that they don't know what they're talking about. First up, one of the best to ever blend writing and television,

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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The Timberwolves aren't done building the roster after dealing Julius Randle and Naz Reid in a multi-team trade that will bring LaMelo Ball to Minnesota.

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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The LaMelo Ball trade can't be judged fully until we see what else Tim Connelly does with the roster, but as it stands now, it's an A, if not an A+.

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.

Joe Nelson

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

'Timberwolves Are Busy!' LeBron James Hype Continues to Rumble

Anthony Edwards Could Win the NBA Scoring Title With LaMelo Ball

The Wolves Believe They Can Push LeBron Over the Top in the GOAT Debate

Insider: Wolves Sign Trey Lyles, Still Pursuing LeBron James

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Rich Paul's Whiteboard Confirms Wolves Are a Legitimate LeBron Landing Spot

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The Wolves Want Rui Hachimura, but There's One Big Problem

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Timberwolves Unveil Summer League Schedule; Who Will be on the Team?

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Why So Many National Media Types Are Dead Wrong About the Wolves' LaMelo Ball Trade

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Major Trades Done, Wolves Turn Focus to Power Forward, Shooting

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How the LaMelo Ball Blockbuster Trade Impacts the Wolves: Instant Grade

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

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Did Ant Choose McDaniels Over Giannis? Connelly's Quote Raises Eyebrows

The Top Timberwolves Insider Keeps Name-Dropping Quentin Grimes

4 Players the Wolves Should Target With Their New Midlevel Exception

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

Ayo Dosunmu Staying With Timberwolves on Reported $112 Million Contract