Social media reacts to Wolves Game 3 win vs. Lakers: ‘Where is Luka Doncic?’

The Timberwolves are now up 2-1 in the series against the Lakers after a 116-104 win, despite a monster game by LeBron James, who scored 38 points. Anthony Edwards was close to a triple-double with 29 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists, and …

The Timberwolves are now up 2-1 in the series against the Lakers after a 116-104 win, despite a monster game by LeBron James, who scored 38 points. Anthony Edwards was close to a triple-double with 29 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists, and Jaden McDaniels added 30 points and five rebounds while Julius Randle was again good with 22 points, five rebounds and four assists.

Luka Doncic, not feeling well after vomiting throughout the day before the game, had only 17 points. After he tied the game at 103 with 4:37 left, the Lakers could only score one more point as Minnesota protected its home court.

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Social media reacts to Timberwolves taking Game 1 : ‘Lakers crowd was louder during the bubble’

The Minnesota Timberwolves made a statement in Game 1, blowing out the Los Angeles Lakers 117-95 and knocking down a playoff franchise record 21 three-pointers. Minnesota took control of the game in the second quarter and never let go. Jaden …

The Minnesota Timberwolves made a statement in Game 1, blowing out the Los Angeles Lakers 117-95 and knocking down a playoff franchise record 21 three-pointers.

Minnesota took control of the game in the second quarter and never let go. Jaden McDaniels led the team with 25 points, while Naz Reid and Anthony Edwards added 22 each.

Luka Doncic scored 37 points, but LeBron James and Austin Reaves had quiet performances with 19 and 16 points, respectively.

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NBA Intel: Pelicans, Suns, Kings, Nuggets, and 76ers front office and coaching changes

Reporting on why the New Orleans Pelicans fired David Griffin, hired Joe Dumars, and Willie Green’s future. Plus, coaching candidates for the Phoenix Suns and what’s next for James Jones, the futures of Monte McNair and coach Doug Christie with the Sacramento Kings, David Adelman’s chances of remaining Denver Nuggets coach and who could be their next executive, and more from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

The NBA carousel has already seen coaches Taylor Jenkins, Michael Malone, and Mike Budenholzer fired, along with executives Calvin Booth and David Griffin, with more changes expected to come this offseason.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on what happened behind the scenes that led the New Orleans Pelicans to part ways with Griffin in favor of Joe Dumars, what’s next for the Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets in their front offices and on the sideline, plus more updates on changes expected for the Sacramento Kings and Philadelphia 76ers.

NBA Intel: Kevin Durant Trade talks, Jimmy Butler, Warriors, Lakers, Suns, Timberwolves, Nets

New reporting on Kevin Durant trade talks, what Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the team when he acquired Jimmy Butler, and interviews with Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith on his Brooklyn Nets tenure and free agency future, and Warriors frontcourt players Kevon Looney on his upcoming free agency and Quinten Post’s view of rookie life in the league behind the scenes from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

The NBA trade deadline gave a glimpse into the upcoming potential trade market for Kevin Durant this summer, the Warriors new life following the Jimmy Butler acquisition, and more.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered new intel on trade talks surrounding Kevin Durant at the trade deadline, what Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the team when he acquired Jimmy Butler, and interviews with Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith on his Brooklyn Nets tenure and free agency future, and Warriors frontcourt players Kevon Looney on his upcoming free agency and Quinten Post’s view of rookie life in the league behind the scenes.

NBA Intel: Lonzo Ball, Nikola Vucevic, Brandon Ingram Trade Talks; Lakers, Warriors, Knicks, more

The latest reporting on trade talks involving Bulls center Nikola Vucevic and guard Lonzo Ball, Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram, and more, including updates on the Lakers, Warriors, Knicks, Bucks, Nuggets, Grizzlies, Timberwolves, Pistons, Hawks, and Hornets from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

Following blockbuster trades involving Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis, and De’Aaron Fox, teams are moving urgently, only two days before the NBA trade deadline.

HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on trade talks involving Bulls center Nikola Vucevic and guard Lonzo Ball, Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram, and more, including updates on the Lakers, Warriors, Knicks, Bucks, Nuggets, Grizzlies, Timberwolves, Pistons, Hawks, and Hornets.

NBA Intel: Cam Johnson trade talks, Clint Capela’s future, Mike Conley and De’Andre Hunter chats

The latest NBA intel on Cam Johnson trade talks, Clint Capela’s new role and future, what’s potentially next for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and interviews with Hawks forward De’Andre Hunter and Timberwolves guard Mike Conley from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With the NBA trade deadline two weeks away, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Cam Johnson trade talks, Clint Capela’s new role and future, what’s potentially next for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and interviews with Hawks forward De’Andre Hunter and Timberwolves guard Mike Conley.

Top NBA trade candidates for the 2024-25 season

Top NBA trade candidates for the 2024-25 season, including reporting on all 30 teams from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

Following the blockbuster Karl-Anthony Towns deal to the New York Knicks ahead of the season, who are the next top trade candidates around the league?

HoopsHype outlined the top players who could be on the move for all 30 NBA teams, including new reporting where applicable.

Aggregate 2025 NBA Mock Draft: Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey battling for No. 1 pick?

HoopsHype’s aggregate 2025 NBA mock draft lists the top prospects, including scouting reports from NBA executives and scouts by HoopsHype’s Senior NBA Insider, Michael Scotto.

HoopsHype has updated where the top prospects stand for the 2025 NBA Draft by compiling six mock drafts from ESPN, Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, SB Nation, and USA TODAY. 

We spoke with an NBA executive and two scouts for their insights on the prospects for the first edition of the aggregate 2025 NBA mock draft.

An explanation for HoopsHype’s Draft Predictor from colleague Alberto de Roa, who contributed research to this story, can be found here.

NOTE: These rankings reflect the composite score to get a feel for the overall consensus, not our own opinion. For example, if a player was the first pick on a publication’s mock draft, he received 60 points. If a player was second, he received 59 points, and so on. We then tabulated the total number of points for each player’s consensus ranking.

NBA Rumors: Team USA, Clippers, 76ers, Suns, Grizzlies, Knicks, Nets, Magic, Pistons

Reporting on Team USA updates surrounding Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Jaylen Brown’s snub, and why Derrick White was named as a replacement as they prepare for the Olympics. Plus, the Clippers pursuing a Tyus Jones sign-and-trade, why KJ Martin could re-sign with the 76ers and be traded later this season, why the Suns could trade Josh Okogie after re-signing him, new Knicks interest in free agents, the Grizzlies working to re-sign Luke Kennard, the Pistons trying to sign second-round pick Bobi Klintman, and coaching interviews with Nets coach Jordi Fernandez and Magic coach Jamahl Mosley from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto

Following the conclusion of Team USA’s exhibition matchup versus Canada, the rest of the NBA world traveled to Las Vegas for the beginning of NBA Summer League.

With that in mind, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Team USA updates surrounding Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, and why Derrick White was named as a replacement as they prepare for the Olympics. Plus, reporting on the Clippers pursuing a Tyus Jones sign-and-trade, why KJ Martin could re-sign with the 76ers and eventually be traded, why the Suns could trade Josh Okogie after re-signing him, new Knicks interest in free agents, the Grizzlies working to re-sign Luke Kennard, the Pistons trying to sign second-round pick Bobi Klintman, and coaching interviews with Nets coach Jordi Fernandez and Magic coach Jamahl Mosley.

NBA Rumors: Lauri Markkanen Trade Talks, DeMar DeRozan, Kyle Kuzma, Lakers, Knicks, 76ers

Reporting on trade talks for Lauri Markkanen and Kyle Kuzma, free agency for DeMar DeRozan, and what’s next for the Lakers, Knicks and 76ers.

Teams around the league are bolstering their rosters in an arms race for a shot at the championship, with the 76ers landing Paul George, the Knicks acquiring Mikal Bridges, the Pelicans acquiring Dejounte Murray, the Thunder adding Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein so far this summer, and the Mavericks landing Klay Thompson

Which other notable players could change teams via free agency or the trade market? 

HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Lauri Markkanen trade talks, a potential Bulls shakeup of its trio, Kyle Kuzma’s future, and what potential moves are ahead for the Lakers, Knicks, and 76ers.