After a 14-win surge (third-largest positive win percentage differential in the NBA from 2023 to 2024), the Minnesota Timberwolves are attracting national attention. Although the rise is sudden, the Wolves are here to stay thanks to a sensational defense and a true superstar in Anthony Edwards.

Edwards used his regular season and postseason success to win a gold medal at the Paris Olympics. Edwards’ opponent in the gold medal match? None other than his teammate Rudy Gobert. Minnesota’s success continued into the offseason and did not go unnoticed. The media is paying the Wolves the utmost respect for the first time in what feels like two decades.

Bleacher Report, ESPN and NBA.com all ranked Minnesota in the top five in their offseason rankings. The Western Conference Finals appearance helped the Wolves gain momentum, but Minnesota has been waiting a long time for this and a revamped roster should only ensure future success.

Entering the 2024-25 NBA season, an appearance in the NBA Finals would be an improvement. While that’s a pretty lofty goal, the Wolves were three wins away from such a feat last season. It’s no exaggeration to call Minnesota the title favorite – ESPN has given the Wolves the sixth-best odds to take home the Larry O’Brien Trophy.

Minnesota’s ultimate goal is a championship, but what is the Timberwolves’ minimum?