This week’s “Significant Six” photos come from the Minnesota Timberwolves’ first three home games of the 2026-27 NBA season at Target Center.

Sunday, Oct. 25: Minnesota defeats the Toronto Raptors 117-94

Guard Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 26 points before suffering an injury. Former DeLaSalle High School, University of Minnesota and Ohio State University standout forward Jamison Battle played 13 minutes and scored four points for Toronto.

Wednesday, Oct. 28: Golden State Warriors defeat Minnesota 119-114

Guard Steph Curry led Golden State with 44 points. Forward Jonathan Kuminga led the Timberwolves with 20 points.

Friday, Oct. 30: Minnesota defeats the Los Angeles Clippers 127-101

Guard LaMelo Ball led the Timberwolves with 24 points and teammate Jaden McDaniels had 23. Clippers guard Darius Garland matched Ball’s point total. After the victory, Minnesota had a 4-2 overall record.

Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves) Credit: Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald
Jamison Battle (Toronto Raptors) Credit: Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald
LaMelo Ball (Minnesota Timberwolves Credit: Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald
Darius Garland (Los Angeles Clippers) Credit: Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald
Jaden McDaniels (Minnesota Timberwolves) Credit: Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald
Steph Curry (Golden State Warriors) Credit: Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald

Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald is a contributing columnist at the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.

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