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Will the Timberwolves make a move before the trade deadline?
NBA fans are reeling from a blockbuster trade between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers. But it’s still uncertain if the Timberwolves will make a move of their own.
How sports can empower youth
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with former pro soccer player Tony Sanneh about his foundation’s work to empower young people to become the best version of themselves.
Photos: Duluth hosts USA Curling Nationals
The USA Curling National Championships wrapped up Sunday in Duluth — with Minnesota well-represented on teams in both the women’s and men’s finals. Photojournalist Erica Dischino documented a day in the weeklong tournament.
Taiye Bello, former Gopher basketball standout, dies
Taiye Bello, a former Gopher women's basketball player, has died. Bello played forward for the Gophers from 2016-2020. In her junior year, she averaged more than 11 rebounds per game.
Unrivaled set to crown 1-on-1 champion with $250,000 given to winner
Unrivaled will crown its first one-on-one champion on Feb. 14. The new 3-on-3 women’s basketball league announced the rules for the tournament that will be played over three days. Thirty players will be divided into four pods with the eventual champion winning $250,000.
Fleury’s shutout helps Wild beat Canadiens 4-0
Marc-Andre Fleury made 19 saves for his first shutout of the season in likely his final game in Montreal, helping the Minnesota Wild beat the Canadiens 4-0 on Thursday night.