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It works from a financial standpoint because the two second-apron teams involved (Minnesota and Milwaukee) shed salary, while the Pistons (who have plenty of cap space) take on Randle, the most expensive player in the deal.

The Wolves have 13 games in February, eight of which will take place at Target Center in Minneapolis. The February slate features some exciting back to backs, tough matchups and plenty of compelling games for the local basketball club. Here's a look at five of their toughest matchups as the caldenar flips to February:

The Milwaukee Bucks land a young center from the Minnesota Timberwolves in this proposed trade. The Bucks part with a fan favorite in the deal.

Though later traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, at that moment ... Przybilla also became the highest Minnesota player selected since Willie Burton in 1990 (No. 9, Miami). Przybilla’s choice to come out came in the wake of his decision to leave the Gophers ...

The Wisconsin men’s basketball team led Minnesota at the half, but the Badgers were far from flowing. UW had a tough time containing Minnesota senior Dawson Garcia and keeping the Gophers off the offensive boards. The team also had just three assists and ...

MADISON, Wis. - Steven Crowl scored 18 points and John Tonje added 16 for Wisconsin on Friday night to help the Badgers beat Minnesota 80-59 for their fourth win in a row. Kamari McGee added 15 points, including three 3-pointers, and three steals for Wisconsin (13-3, 3-2 Big Ten).

Kelly Gorbatenko, Lacey Eden and Casey O’Brien finished the weekend with two goals each as UW won twice despite the Mavericks goalie's best efforts.

However, a marginal adjustment to coach Doc Rivers' rotation should be seriously considered by Milwaukee's front office. After a Western Conference Finals appearance a season ago, the Minnesota ...

Teams are entering the NBA trade deadline with the idea of adjusting their cap situations, while rumors and intel about Jimmy Butler form.

The Butler trade situation summarized. It isn't that complex. • Jimmy Butler wants out of Miami. • Miami wants to get out of the Jimmy Butler business. • Butler is primarily

San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama stood outside in the rain on a cold Paris night. He wore a parka, a hooded sweatshirt, jeans and sneakers. And then he spent a few seconds showing off his skills. A basketball was not involved.