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Timberwolves Win Finale, Garnett Returns for Fan Night

4/13/2026

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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 132-126 in the regular-season finale, resting most starters ahead of the playoffs.
Kevin Garnett, the Minnesota Timberwolves team ambassador, made a Fan Appreciation Night appearance at Target Center, his first visit in eight years.
The Timberwolves earned the No. 6 seed in the West and begin the playoffs on April 18.
Garnett's No. 21 jersey will be retired during the 2026-27 season.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 132-126 in the regular-season finale, resting most starters ahead of the playoffs.
Kevin Garnett, the Minnesota Timberwolves team ambassador, made a Fan Appreciation Night appearance at Target Center, his first visit in eight years.
The Timberwolves earned the No. 6 seed in the West and begin the playoffs on April 18.
Garnett's No. 21 jersey will be retired during the 2026-27 season.