Timberwolves in the news: playoffs tighten up amid injuries; Minnesota battles Denver as Edwards tries to lead. NBA team based in Minneapolis.
The NBA Board of Governors has approved the exploration of adding teams in Las Vegas and Seattle, with potential start in 2028-29. The move aims to tap into these markets' support, with bids expected to reach $7-10 billion per team. The decision follows years of speculation and regional demand.
Las Vegas continues to expand as a major sports hub, with talks and votes expanding the NBA’s footprint and confirming future Super Bowl rotations back to the city amid ongoing expansion discussions.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was ruled out of Thursday's game due to a knee injury and illness, making him ineligible for postseason awards. With six games remaining, he has played 59 of the required 65 games, impacting his All-NBA prospects and team standings.
The Times has found that hundreds used prediction markets to place bets on geopolitical events, some with ties to insiders; Israel has attacked Iran, earning profits for some bettors. The activity raises questions about insider trading and the role of crowd-sourced forecasts in high-stakes conflicts.