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.
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Timberwolves face tough test without Donte DiVincenzo: Who steps up?
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Chris Finch sends message to Rudy Gobert amid rebounding woes
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Timberwolves recall Rob Dillingham after two sloppy games in Iowa
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Timberwolves insider on possible Julius Randle trade: 'I do think it's unlikely'
When it comes to inside information about the Minnesota Timberwolves, there's no one more reliable than longtime beat reporter Jon Krawczynski — and he doesn't think a Julius Randle trade is on the minds of Minnesota's decision-makers.
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What to make of the fake trade idea involving the Wolves, Celtics, Bulls
Julius Randle would wind up in Chicago and Kristaps Porzingis would come to Minnesota in this fake blockbuster.
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'Don't worry about me': Was Anthony Edwards sending a message to Charles Barkley?
Edwards, who hasn't had to deal with a lot of negative criticism in his young career, might've been referring to Charley Barkley and the Inside the NBA crew on TNT when he stared at a sideline camera and made a remark Monday night.
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Zion Williamson expected to return from hamstring injury against Timberwolves
Zion Williamson has been cleared to play and is expected to make his return to the starting lineup when the New Orleans Pelicans host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.
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Timberwolves have to beat fully loaded Clippers to snap losing streak
The last time the Timberwolves played the Clippers — a 108-80 victory — they went up against a starting five of Kris Dunn, Amir Coffey, James Harden, Derrick Jones Jr. and Ivica Zubac.