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Chris Hine

Sports reporter | Timberwolves reporter
Phone: 612-673-4023

Chris Hine is the Timberwolves reporter at the Minnesota Star Tribune.


Chris Hine was the Minnesota Star Tribune's sports analytics reporter before taking over the Wolves beat, He previously spent eight years covering college sports and the Chicago Blackhawks for the Chicago Tribune. He is an amateur piano player and songwriter in his spare time and has an unhealthy obsession with the music of Carole King. He is a 2009 graduate of the University of Notre Dame.
Recent content from Chris Hine
Lakers guard Luka Doncic drives to the basket against the Timberwolves in Game 2 on Tuesday in Los Angeles. Doncic scored 31 points in the Lakers' 95-

If Timberwolves don't lose at home, they can win playoff series with Lakers

But ... the Wolves had a tough time at Target Center in the playoffs last season. Can they reverse that trend?
Lakers guard Luka Doncic was on the floor and upset after Wolves center Rudy Gobert tripped over him in Game 1.

Luka vs. Rudy is a matchup Lakers want to exploit

The Timberwolves center has held his own in the first two games of the NBA playoff series.
The Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards argues a call during the second half Tuesday night, when his team lost 94-85 to the Lakers.

Timberwolves aim to 'figure it out' after Game 2 loss to Lakers

Frustration arrived immediately in Tuesday's 94-85 defeat, but players expressed confidence they can correct matters by Game 3 on Friday.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards passes during the first half of Game 2 Tuesday.

Live Blog replay: Timberwolves fall to Lakers in Game 2 of playoff series

Despite 52 combined points by Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle, the Wolves fell 94-85.
Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves has something to point out for Lakers guard Luka Doncic during Game 1 of the teams' playoff series Saturday night

Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards fined $50,000 by NBA

Anthony Edwards was caught on video during Game 1 in L.A. when he engaged in uncivil discourse with a fan.
Wolves point guard Mike Conley has played through a left wrist injury that he said will require surgery when his playing days are over, but he is play

After rough start to season, Mike Conley is Mike Conley again

The veteran point guard, at 37, has the Timberwolves clicking as they face the Lakers in the NBA playoffs.
Wolves guard Anthony Edwards shoots over Lakers center Jaxson Hayes on Saturday night in Los Angeles.

How Edwards' leadership was key in Game 1

Anthony Edwards' halftime talks with teammates sparked the Wolves to victory over the Lakers on Saturday night.
The Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels and the Lakers' LeBron James grapple for the ball during the first half of Game 1 Saturday, when McDaniels and teamm

Quiet types contribute loudly in Wolves' Game 1 domination of Lakers

While star Anthony Edwards was figuring out the defense, less-heralded teammates Jaden McDaniels and Naz Reid were building a lead.
Mike Conley and Anthony Edwards get together to celebrate as the Wolves rout the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series Saturday.

Timberwolves get on a roll and make Game 1 a 117-95 rout of the Lakers

Minnesota opened with a slow first quarter but ran its lead to 27 points on hot shooting.
By March 2024, when this photograph was taken, 2020 first overall NBA draft pick Anthony Edwards had become Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves superstar.

How five words changed everything for Anthony Edwards and the Wolves

With the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NBA draft, the Wolves knew they had a chance to change their destiny. The question for them was, 'Is Anthony Edwards the answer?'
Terrence Shannon Jr., left, and Joe Ingles had special assignments in practice: Shannon starred as LeBron James, Ingles as Luke Doncic.

How did the Timberwolves mimic the two Lakers stars in practice? As well as they could.

Joe Ingles played the role of Luka Doncic, while Terrence Shannon Jr. did his best LeBron James imitation.
Donte DiVincenzo, left, and Julius Randle were introduced as the newest Timberwolves at a news conference on Oct. 3, 2024.

For Randle and DiVincenzo, family was the key to settling in with Timberwolves

After joining the team in late September in the Karl-Anthony Towns trade, Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo started to play better once they were able to get their families settled in Minnesota.
Steph Curry and his Golden State Warriors take on the Memphis Grizzlies in a Western Conference play-in game Tuesday night.

NBA playoffs take shape: Timberwolves will open Saturday against Lakers

While the Wolves get the week off to prepare for the Lakers, the play-in tournament tips off Tuesday night with a Warriors-Grizzlies showdown.
Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves scored a game-high 43 points to help the Timberwolves defeat the Utah Jazz 116-105 at Target Center on Sunday.

Wolves roll over Jazz, will play Lakers in playoffs

Anthony Edwards, with 43 points, helped the Wolves earn the No. 6 seed and a matchup with the No. 3 Lakers.
Wolves guard Anthony Edwards gestures after making a three-pointer Friday night against Brooklyn.

NBA rescinds technical foul, allowing Edwards to play Sunday

The Wolves star was facing a one-game suspension for picking up his 18th technical foul of the season. His team needs a victory over Utah to clinch a playoff spot.
The Wolves' Anthony Edwards will miss Sunday's regular-season finale because he was called for another technical foul Friday.

Wolves rout Nets but lose Edwards for Sunday's regular-season finale

The star guard was called for a technical foul, triggering an NBA suspension because of his history.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards drives on Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. in the first half Thursday. Edwards scored a game-high 44 points in t

Third-quarter blitz helps Wolves beat Grizzlies in pivotal playoff-primer

In a massive game crucial to playoff seeding, the Wolves scored a franchise-record 52 points in the third quarter to storm past Memphis. Anthony Edwards led the way with 44 points, and Julius Randle added 31 points and 10 rebounds.
Wolves guard Mike Conley drives against Kevin Porter Jr. of the Bucks, who overcame a 24-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat Minnesota 110-103

Bottom line: Timberwolves have to beat Memphis on Thursday to avoid play-in tournament

A bad loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday was reminiscent of the 2022 playoff collapses against the Grizzlies.
The Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards (5) looks on during the first half against the Bucks on Tuesday in Milwaukee.

Wolves squander 24-point lead in 110-103 loss to Bucks

The Wolves committed nine turnovers in the fourth quarter and went 8 minutes, 34 seconds without a field goal to end a five-game winning streak.
The Wolves' Anthony Edwards gets to the basket against the 76ers' Marcus Bagley in the second half Saturday in Philadelphia.

Wolves overcome 76ers, leaning on Gobert's energy until Edwards takes over

Minnesota's center produced 23 points and 19 rebounds and blocked three shots, and its superstar scored 37 points.
Rob Dillingham (4) and Terrence Shannon Jr. are Timberwolves rookies who are learning the ropes in a pregame film study.

In film study for Timberwolves' young guns, Luka Garza and Josh Minott are the players to beat

The Wolves' younger players have a quick quiz before most games to keep them sharp in studying opponents.
Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) and guard Anthony Edwards collapse on Nets guard Keon Johnson during the first half of the Wolves' 105-90 vict

Gobert won't allow Wolves to leave Brooklyn without a much-needed victory

Anthony Edwards bounced back from an injury scare in the second quarter, and his teammates — especially Rudy Gobert with 21 points and 18 rebounds — maintained the lead until he returned in the third and finished with a game-high 28 points.
Glen Taylor hugs Marc Lore while Alex Rodriguez looks on after a Timberwolves victory on Jan. 14, 2023, at the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Long drama ends as Glen Taylor cedes ownership of Timberwolves and Lynx

Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez will take control, with the finish line in sight.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker hits one of the free throws that sealed the Wolves' win over the Nuggets in two overtimes Tuesday in Denver.

Alexander-Walker handles a monumental moment for the Wolves — and for his career

A remarkable two-overtime victory over Denver came down to free throws from Nickeil Alexander-Walker, a triumph of confidence for a player who once struggled with that.
Anthony Edwards, who scored 34 points, celebrates as he watches Nickeil Alexander-Walker make the winning free throw Tuesday against the Nuggets.

Timberwolves sink Nuggets in second overtime, overcoming Jokic's 61 points

Nickeil Alexander-Walker was fouled while shooting a last-second three-pointer, and his free throws won it.
Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo of the Timberwolves left the court Sunday after their ejection following a skirmish with the Pistons at Target Center.

Wolves without DiVincenzo, Reid on Tuesday in Denver

Guard Donte DiVincenzo and center Naz Reid were suspended for one game for their part in Sunday's brawl with the Pistons at Target Center.
The Wolves' Jaden McDaniels defends against Suns forward Kevin Durant in the first half.

Wolves pin their usual rout on the Suns, running their streak against Phoenix to eight wins

Anthony Edwards missed part of the game after a collision but returned and finished with 20 points.
The Wolves' Julius Randle (30) and Anthony Edwards take on New Orleans' Zion Williamson in one of the recent losses that revealed inconsistent effort

Timberwolves are reminded 'film doesn't lie' as they look to reverse their recent slide

Heading into the final, crucial nine games of the season, coach Chris Finch showed clips of breakdowns on defense.
Pacers forward Pascal Siakam shoots over Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards during the first half Monday night in Indianapolis.

Wolves overwhelmed by Pacers again, lose 119-103

Indiana had its starters Monday night after missing them in last week's victory at Target Center, and the Wolves again could not match up.
The Timberwolves' Joe Ingles, shown warming up in late February, made a start for a special reason Friday.

Wolves' Ingles gets a start, and his son gets a first: Watching Dad play

Eight-year-old Jacob Ingles is autistic and only recently has been able to attend games, so Chris Finch set up a family memory.
The Wolves' Jaden McDaniels hammers a dunk against New Orleans' Yves Missi in the third quarter.

Wolves rout Pelicans, overcoming their tendency to let up against the least

The Wolves trailed early against a team without its star, then achieved a goal: "To get the game over as early as possible."
New Orleans center Karlo Matkovic, left, and forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl doubled up on Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards as he shot in the first q

Timberwolves let one get away against the not-quite-last-place Pelicans

As happened Monday against Indiana, Minnesota languished against New Orleans, 14th among the 15 Western Conference teams.
Wolves star Anthony Edwards (5) shoots around Utah guard Johnny Juzang in the first quarter Sunday night at Target Center.

Wolves' winning streak at eight with rout of Jazz

The Wolves are on their longest winning streak in 21 years after getting 41 points in three quarters from Anthony Edwards.
Wolves star Anthony Edwards dunks over Jazz center Walker Kessler in the first quarter Sunday night at Target Center.

Edwards, Wolves demolish Jazz to extend winning streak to eight

Anthony Edwards scored 41 points before grabbing a seat in the fourth quarter as the Wolves remained perfect in March.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards  celebrates after a dunk by teammate Jaden McDaniels during the fourth quarter Friday.

Timberwolves, with a snappy conclusion, evade Magic for seventh victory in a row

In the fourth quarter, Minnesota stuffed Orlando on one end and put up 40 points on the other.
Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, center, turns to pass as Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, left, and center Nikola Jokic defend in the first half.

Timberwolves roll confidently into Denver, leave with a six-game winning streak

That's the third win in three tries against the Nuggets this season, results reminiscent of last season's playoffs.
Timberwolves forward Julius Randle and Heat forward Kevin Love go after a rebound during the first half.

Wolves scrounge up victory over Heat, run winning streak to four

Minnesota was playing on the road for the seventh time in nine games but found enough energy at the end.
Julius Randle, shown during Tuesday's game against Philadelphia, scored 25 points with 10 rebounds and nine assists Wednesday against Charlotte.

Timberwolves keep Hornets at a safe distance, win third in a row

Minnesota spread around the scoring, getting 29 points each from Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels and 25 more from Julius Randle.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards shields the ball from Suns guard Bradley Beal on Sunday in Phoenix.

How is Wolves' Edwards changing his reaction to calls by referees?

The All-Star would be suspended again if he gets two more technical fouls in the final 20 regular-season games.
Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, who scored 20 points, shoots over Suns center Nick Richards on Sunday night in Phoenix.

In Randle's return, Wolves rout Suns behind Edwards' 44 points

The Wolves, who welcomed Julius Randle back to the lineup in a 116-98 victory, have beaten Phoenix seven consecutive meetings.
Wolves star Anthony Edwards holds the ball after he was ejected Thursday against the Lakers in Los Angeles.

NBA slaps Wolves' Edwards with $35,000 fine

The Wolves star tossed the ball into the crowd after receiving his second technical foul Thursday against the Lakers.
Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo  attempts a shot in traffic in the final seconds of Friday's loss to Utah.

Timberwolves, with Edwards suspended, come up a point short of last-place Jazz

"It's desperation time, for real," Jaden McDaniels said after Minnesota endured another ugly loss.
Anthony Edwards questions whether he was fouled against the Thunder last week, the sort of behavior that has led to 16 technical fouls this season.

Edwards suspended for Wolves' game at Utah after NBA upholds technical fouls

The standout guard must sit out Friday after receiving his 16th technical foul of the season Thursday, triggering a one-game suspension.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards holds the ball as a referee follows after he was ejected during the second half of an NBA basketball game

Edwards is ejected from Wolves' loss to Lakers, and he'll likely be suspended

The star guard was called for his 15th and 16th technical fouls. If they hold up under review, he won't play Friday.
Jazz leading scorer Lauri Markkanen  is listed as questionable to play against the Wolves because of injury.

Timberwolves will test their back-to-back ability at Utah

Minnesota has a winning record in the second game of back-to-backs.
The Wolves' Jaylen Clark, drafted out of UCLA in 2023, has emerged as a defensive standout, and now he has an NBA contract.

Timberwolves make Clark, emerging as a defensive standout, an NBA full-timer

Since joining the rotation in January, guard Jaylen Clark has carved out a role with the team, which also added guard Bones Hyland on a two-way deal.
Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (27 points) pushes past Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins during the second half Monday night in Oklahoma City.

Wolves pull off record comeback, beat Thunder 131-128 in OT after trailing by 25

Terrence Shannon Jr. and Jaden McDaniels led a fourth-quarter charge to force overtime, and the Wolves staged a team-record rally for their most dramatic win of the season.
Oklahoma City forward Chet Holmgren, from Minnehaha Academy, scored 20 points against Utah on Friday, his best game since he returned from a hip injur

Timberwolves-Thunder preview: Get used to the pairing

Minnesota and Oklahoma City will play Sunday in Target Center and Monday in Paycom Center.
The Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards (5) and Rockets' Steven Adams reach for a rebound during the first half Friday.

Timberwolves make it a game against Rockets, until their end-of-game decisions cost them

Minnesota gave up 48 points in the first quarter, rallied all the way back, then faded in a way that drew criticism from coach Chris Finch.
Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) was fouled by Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert when the teams met on Nov. 26 at Target Center.

Wolves still not at full health after All-Star break

Coach Chris Finch says his team is on the mend, but key players remain bothered by injuries.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has worked to improve his jump shot. His efforts show in statistics that have changed dramatically since December.

Edwards arrives at third NBA All-Star Game wielding a jump shot that has changed his game

The accuracy of the Wolves guard's outside shooting determines the effectiveness of his off-the-dribble plays, and stats since December show a dramatic gain.
The Wolves' Naz Reid drives against  Oklahoma City's Luguentz Dort during the first half Thursday.

Timberwolves do what few have done: Defeat the Thunder

Minnesota will carry the memory of knocking off the NBA's No. 1 team into the All-Star break.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards walks off the court dejected following his team’s 103-101 loss to the Bucks at Target Center on Wednesday night.

Edwards struggles, Wolves lose to Bucks 103-101

Anthony Edwards missed a potential game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer to cap a 10-for-33 night as the Wolves fell to a Milwaukee team missing Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.
The Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, driving on Wolves guard Donte DiVincenzo in a December game in Oklahoma City, Okla., is having an MVP-caliber s

Thunder at Timberwolves: Gilgeous-Alexander's offense, Oklahoma City's defense pose challenges for Wolves

Wolves head into the All-Star break facing the NBA's toughest defensive team in three of the next four games.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has scored 40 or more points in three consecutive games.

Wolves-Bucks game preview: No Giannis as Milwaukee comes to town

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is out because of a calf injury as the Wolves close out their week with back-to-back games at Target Center before the NBA All-Star break.
Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez, with Glen and Becky Taylor, after a Timberwolves game at Target Center in April 2022.

What's next for the Wolves now that Lore, Rodriguez prevailed in arbitration?

We'll try to answer your questions related to the next steps under an impending Marc Lore-Alex Rodriguez ownership of the Wolves. Maybe we'll even calm your nerves a bit in the process. Probably not, though.
Glen Taylor, left, and Alex Rodriguez after a Timberwolves game at Target Center on Jan. 14, 2023.

In Wolves-Lynx ownership dispute, arbitration panel rules for Lore, Rodriguez over Taylor

A three-member arbitration panel ruled that longtime owner Glen Taylor did not have the right to cancel a pending sale of 40% of his ownership stake last year.
Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) gestures in front of Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) after hitting a three-pointer in the first half Monday in

Slow-starting Wolves lose 128-107 to Cavaliers in one of season's worst losses

All-Star Anthony Edwards scored 44 points — his third consecutive game with 40 or more — but Cleveland scored the game's first 16 points and never looked back. The Wolves defense wasn't any better than the offense.
Newly acquired De'Andre Hunter is set to make his Cleveland debut Monday night.

Timberwolves-Cavaliers game preview: Injury report, radio-TV information, key players

The Wolves have won three in a row but on Monday night will visit the best team (42-10) in the Eastern Conference.
Wolves guard Anthony Edwards worked against Houston guard Dillon Brooks on Thursday at Target Center.

Timberwolves-Trail Blazers game preview: Injury report, radio-TV information, key players

The Timberwolves have moved into sixth in the Western Conference.
The Wolves' Anthony Edwards and the Rockets' Dillon Brooks get into an altercation during the first half Thursday, and Brooks' clashes didn't stop the

Timberwolves turn feisty, surge away from Rockets propelled by 41 points from Edwards

The game featured fire, with Mike Conley drawing inspiration from what he called a "dirty" approach by Dillon Brooks.
Timberwolves guard Jaylen Clark reacts after he ran into a screen in a victory over the Bulls on Wednesday night at Target Center.

Hamstrung by salary rules, Timberwolves make no moves at NBA trade deadline

The team likely will have a better opportunity to make deals in the offseason, when flexibility will improve.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards shouts after being fouled in the third quarter Wednesday night at Target Center. Edwards scored 49 points — 20 in

Driven by Edwards' 49 points, Timberwolves roll over Bulls

After illness held him back in one game and kept him out of another, the star guard showed his health has returned.
Fans at Target Center cheer on the Wolves during Monday's loss to Sacramento.

Timberwolves-Rockets game preview: Injury report, radio-TV information, key players

Houston is a surprising third in the NBA's Western Conference.
Julius Randle watches the Timberwolves game on Feb. 3 at Target Center.

Timberwolves' Randle has right adductor strain, is out at least two more weeks

The team's second-leading scorer has been sidelined since Jan. 30.
Anthony Edwards laughed at a call on Monday during the Wolves' 116-114 loss to the Kings at Target Center.

Timberwolves put 'ringers on loud' as NBA trade deadline approaches

Players know anything can happen after major deal shook the NBA over the weekend.
The Wolves' Anthony Edwards (5) defends the Kings' Keegan Murray (13) in the first quarter Monday at Target Center.

Wolves fall short as Kings win fifth straight at Target Center

The Wolves lost 116-114 to a Sacramento team that had dealt De'Aaron Fox and acquired Zach LaVine in a three-team trade.
The Kings are 11-6 since Doug Christie became coach.

Wolves remain hampered by health heading into game against Kings

The Wolves remain hampered by health, with Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid questionable. Sacramento will be without star De'Aaron Fox, reportedly traded Sunday.
Jazz guard Collin Sexton tries to shoot over Wolves center Luka Garza on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

From deep on the bench, Timberwolves' secret weapon emerges again

Backup center Luka Garza turned in another big game against the Jazz. The constant? "I've made it my identity to always be ready."
Anthony Edwards of the Wolves cheers for teammates during his team's victory in Utah on Thursday night.

Timberwolves, boosted by the bench, roll to victory over Jazz

Minnesota was without three players from the regular rotation but turned to Rob Dillingham, Luka Garza and Jaylen Clark for help. Anthony Edwards' 36 points helped, too.
Anthony Edwards was introduced before a Timberwolves game at Target Center in November.

Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards again is an NBA All-Star

The Wolves leading scorer joins the league's best at the All-Star "tournament" on Feb. 16 in San Francisco.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch, center, yells at referee CJ Washington after Finch was ejected Wednesday.

Timberwolves surge to victory after coach's morning anger leads to evening ejection

As his players told it, Chris Finch "woke up choosing violence," went at them harshly during a film session and didn't cool before he got tossed.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards takes a shot during his team's win over Atlanta on Monday at Target Center.

Timberwolves to take on injury-ravaged Jazz, winners of 10 games in 2024-25

The teams meet Thursday for the first of four times this season. When Utah last played, seven players sat out.
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards shoots over Hawks guard Keaton Wallace during the second quarter Monday night at Target Center.

Timberwolves handle Hawks for third win in a row, yet remain disappointed

The Wolves overcame miscues and a sloppy second half for a 100-92 victory despite De'Andre Hunter's 35 points for injury-depleted Atlanta.
It's been a frustrating stretch of late for Trae Young and the Hawks. Young is listed as questionable for Monday's game at Target Center.

Timberwolves-Hawks game preview: TV-radio information, injury report, key players

Atlanta has lost four in a row but beat the Wolves earlier this season.