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This week in sports: Lynx, Gophers and Tom Brady's (second) retirement
Brady is finally hanging up his helmet, the Minnesota Timberwolves lost to the Golden State Warriors, Sylvia Fowles is honored, the Gophers played Rutgers in a Big Ten basketball game, and much more in Minnesota sports.
Russell, Edwards help Timberwolves beat Warriors in OT
D’Angelo Russell scored 14 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, Anthony Edwards took over in overtime after Russell fouled out and the Minnesota Timberwolves outlasted the Golden State Warriors 119-114 on Wednesday night.
New Wolves PA announcer finds there’s more than one way to the NBA
The Minneapolis native with a baritone voice beat out a competitive field last summer to become the youngest public address announcer in the team's history. 
Winter Play: Ice fishing — learning family tradition hook, line and sinker
Our staff across the state set out to try a new-to-them winter pastime. MPR News’ southwest Minnesota reporter Hannah Yang spent her first day ice fishing with her father-in-law and husband in Faribault, Minn.
Advocates team up to recognize women and girls in sports
Leaders in advancing girl’s and women's sports in Minnesota received recognition for National Girls and Women in Sports Day at a ceremony inside the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul on Wednesday.
Beargrease sled race winner, runner-up talk dogs, cold, competition
Keith Aili crossed the finish line about eight minutes ahead of second-place musher and past champion Ryan Anderson. They spoke to MPR News host Cathy Wurzer Wednesday about dealing with 20-below race temps and coaching dogs that aren’t all that keen on people.
Tom Brady retires, insisting this time it's for good
Tom Brady has announced his retirement. Brady won a record seven Super Bowls for New England and Tampa. He is the most successful quarterback in NFL history and one of the greatest athletes in team sports.
Fox, Lyles help Kings outlast Timberwolves 118-111 in OT
De’Aaron Fox scored 32 points and Trey Lyles had eight of his 11 points in overtime as the Sacramento Kings outlasted the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-111.