Timberwolves add depth to challenge for top seed in West
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:22 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves are ramping up for the 2026-27 NBA season with a restructured roster aimed at securing the top seed in the Western Conference. After finishing last season with a 49-33 record, the team has bolstered its lineup with players like LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga, enhancing their ability to win even when star Anthony Edwards is off his game. Key additions such as Ayo Dosunmu look to solidify the backcourt, while Rudy Gobert provides critical defensive support. The Timberwolves seek to navigate the challenges posed by other formidable Western teams, reflecting a strategic shift focused on depth and consistency throughout the season.
- •Minnesota Timberwolves aim for improved results in the 2026-27 NBA season.
- •LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga join the team, enhancing scoring options.
- •The Timberwolves finished last season with a 49-33 record.
- •Rudy Gobert's defense will be crucial for team stability.
- •Depth is vital to survive a challenging Western Conference.
- 3:22 PMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves Roster Built to Steal West’s No. 1 Seed
"The Minnesota Timberwolves do not need to beat every top team in the Western Conference to finish first. They need to handle the long stretch of ordinary games better than their closest rivals, and the changes made this offseason give them a better chance to do that. Timberwolves Roster Built to Steal West's No. 1 …
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