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Dec 2, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots against the Los Angeles Lakers in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Trade idea sending Julius Randle to Houston is mocked by Rockets analyst

Some of the wackest ideas known to man can be found via Bleacher Report's fake trade stories, and while the idea itself isn't worth your time, the reaction from our friends over at Houston Rockets On SI deserves a mention.

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Dec 2, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots against the Los Angeles Lakers in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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Trade idea sending Julius Randle to Houston is mocked by Rockets analyst

Some of the wackest ideas known to man can be found via Bleacher Report's fake trade stories, and while the idea itself isn't worth your time, the reaction from our friends over at Houston Rockets On SI deserves a mention.

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Dec 6, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) reacts after being called for a foul against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (not pictured) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images
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Dealing will be difficult but Wolves are reportedly a 'potential player' ahead of NBA trade deadline

The rumor mill is running already.

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Dec 5, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) reacts to making a three point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the first half  at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Report: Wolves had a 'level of interest' in Brandon Ingram before Knicks deal

Minnesota did its due diligence before trading Karl-Anthony Towns to New York.

Tony Liebert
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Nov 29, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) runs up court during the second half of an NBA Cup game against the LA Clippers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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Skip Bayless says Timberwolves 'will find itself, contend' after ending losing streak

Bayless still views the Timberwolves as a contender in the Western Conference.

Tony Liebert
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Nov 19, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Julius Randle and a first-round pick to the Nets could solve Wolves' problems

What if the Timberwolves could solve two problems with one trade? However unlikely it may be, the Brooklyn Nets have two players — both believed to be available — in forward Cam Johnson and point guard Dennis Schroder.

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Sep 27, 2021; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Current owner Glen Taylor and limited partners and alt-governors for the Minnesota Timberwolves Alex Rodriguez and Mark Lore hold up jerseys after answering questions at a press conference at media day.
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Arbitration ruling in Wolves ownership dispute 'could still take a few months'

Don't expect any news soon on the Timberwolves ownership front.

Will Ragatz
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Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert runs up court after a basket against the New York Knicks during the first half at Madison Square Garden in New York on Oct. 13, 2024.
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Report: Timberwolves agree to three-year, $110 million extension with Rudy Gobert

The four-time Defensive Player of the Year is staying in Minnesota through the 2027-28 season.

Nolan O'Hara
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Oct 13, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) shoots the ball as a21 defends during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Report: Warriors had talks with Wolves before KAT was traded to Knicks

The Knicks were not the only team interested in trading for Towns.

Tony Liebert
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Apr 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx minority owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez watch in the fourth quarter of the game against the Phoenix Suns at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
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'Within a month': Wolves, Lynx ownership dispute could be settled soon

Marc Lore, Alex Rodriguez and Michael Bloomberg reportedly have almost a billion dollars sitting in an account, ready to be wired to Glen Taylor for full ownership of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx.

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Oct 10, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) goofs around with his son guard Bronny James (9) during warm ups before their game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Report: LeBron, Bronny likely to make NBA history in opener against Timberwolves

The season opener between the Timberwolves and Lakers is more than a basketball game Tuesday night in Los Angeles. It could also mark the first moment that father and son, LeBron James and Bronny James, are on the court together in a game that counts.

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Jan 20, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Keita Bates-Diop (31) dribbles in the third quarter against Denver Nuggets guard Will Barton (5) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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Report: Wolves 'looked to find a trade' for Keita Bates-Diop before waiving him

Keita Bates-Diop was reportedly being shopped ahead of the start of the Wolves' season, according to Yahoo's Jake Fischer. Unable to find a trade, the Wolves waived the 28-year-old forward on Monday.

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Jan 27, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA;  Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield (24) and Minnesota Timberwolves forward Keita Bates-Diop (31) look for a call on a loose ball in the third quarter at Target Center. A jump ball was called. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
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Report: Keita Bates-Diop not seen at Wolves practice as cut-day looms

Bates-Diop seems to be the odd man out on the Wolves roster.

Tony Liebert
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Oct 13, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives to the basket as Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) defends during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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'That'll be resolved inside the family': Josh Hart reacts to DiVincenzo-Brunson scuffle

Jalen Brunson has reacted to his father's scuffle with Donte DiVincenzo.

Tony Liebert
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Oct 13, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) looks on during the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
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New details emerge on what Rick Brunson said to Donte DiVincenzo at MSG

DiVincenzo and Brunson got into a verbal altercation after the Wolves-Knicks preseason game.

Will Ragatz
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Oct 4, 2024; Palm Desert, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) on the sidelines against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Acrisure Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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Timberwolves rotation taking shape: 'I think the top 8 are spoken for'

Buried in 17 minutes of conversation between radio announcer Alan Horton and Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly on Oct. 4 was Connelly's statement saying "I think the top eight is spoken for."

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Jan 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) takes part in an interview after defeating the Los Angeles Clippers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
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'I've heard a change will be coming': Wolves next to switch up TV plans?

Minnesota Timberwolves games will be televised locally on Bally Sports North this season, but their future with the regional sports network is unclear as Diamond Sports Group remains embattled in bankruptcy court.

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Oct 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) and forward Napheesa Collier (24) celebrate their teams win after game five of the 2024 WNBA playoffs against the Connecticut Sun at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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Wolves' last preseason game rescheduled to make way for WNBA Finals

Game now scheduled for Oct. 17

Joe Nelson
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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) flexes his left hand during the third quarter of Game 7 of a second-round series against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden in New York on May 19, 2024.
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'Who is Karl?': Unofficial Towns trade is elephant in the room at Knicks media day

Players involved in the Timberwolves-Knicks blockbuster are not available at media day.

Nolan O'Hara
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May 6, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) strips the ball from Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) as center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and center Naz Reid (11) defend in the second quarter during game two of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Report: Timberwolves could've lost Naz Reid, Nickeil Alexander-Walker if they kept Karl-Anthony Towns

Karl-Anthony Towns may have had to go in order for the Timberwolves to keep Naz Reid and Nickeil-Alexander Walker. It's exactly what we wrote about back in June and that speculation has been corroborated by Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.

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New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) reacts during the fourth quarter of Game 7 of a second-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden in New York on May 19, 2024.
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Donte DiVincenzo was reportedly 'really unhappy' in New York

The Wolves acquired DiVincenzo in a trade package for Karl-Anthony Towns Friday night.

Nov 26, 2023; New York, New York, USA;  Phoenix Suns forward Keita Bates-Diop (21) dunks in the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Keita Bates-Diop heading to Timberwolves in Towns-Knicks trade, report says

More details of the blockbuster trade sending Karl-Anthony Towns from the Timberwolves to the New York Knicks are emerging, with Keita Bates-Diop named as a third player heading to Minnesota in the deal.

Adam Uren
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May 28, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts after being called for a foul during the third quarter against the Dallas Mavericks in game four of the western conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Karl-Anthony Towns seemingly shocked by blockbuster trade to Knicks

There was shock in the NBA community as news broke that the Minnesota Timberwolves are nearing a deal to send Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks

Adam Uren
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Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference finals at American Airlines Center in Dallas on May 28, 2024.
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Report: Wolves nearing stunning trade to send Karl-Anthony Towns to Knicks

The All-Star averaged 21.8 points and 8.3 rebounds per game last season.

Nolan O'Hara
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Apr 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) walks back to the bench against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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Mystery over whether Devin Booker got salty on Instagram about Minnesota Lynx post

Second-round champs? That's what Devin Booker is accused of posting in the comments section of a Minnesota Lynx Instagram post that factually stated that it was a "tough year for Phoenix" basketball teams in the playoffs against squads from Minnesota.

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Iowa Wolves basketball guard Trevor Keels attends Media Day with the 2023-24 Wolves at their basketball practice facility in Des Moines, Iowa, on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.
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Report: Timberwolves agree to deal with guard Trevor Keels

Keels spent last season with their G League affiliate, the Iowa Wolves.