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Timberwolves Debut Three Retro-Inspired Uniforms, New Court

6/9/2026

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Timberwolves Unveil

The Minnesota Timberwolves unveiled three new primary uniforms and a redesigned home court at a Target Center event on Sunday evening.
The white, blue and black jerseys reference the 1989-1996 style, display “WOLVES” with green-blue accents, include a new “M” logo on the shorts, and use “Old Shep” as the primary logo.
The new court features bright blue, green trees around the baskets, and an alternate logo at its center.

Summary

Timberwolves Reveal Uniforms

The Timberwolves unveiled three new uniform sets with a custom “Tree-M” monogram on each jersey belt buckle.
Ownership transferred last June for $1.5 billion to a consortium led by Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore, in the hype video.
Former star Kevin Garnett modeled each of the three new uniform sets at the Sunday reveal.
President Matt Caldwell said the updated identity aims to unite the state and reflects fan feedback.

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Trump Attends Finals

U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will attend NBA Finals Game 3.
He replied that ‘that’s the way life is’ when asked about steep ticket prices.
He made the comment at a June 7 press briefing that unveiled the Timberwolves’ new branding.
Timberwolves CEO Matt Caldwell said the franchise means something different to each generation of fans.

Summary

Timberwolves Revamp

Timberwolves reverted to the 1989-95 blue, discarding navy and lighter shades added in 2017.
Fan pressure for nostalgia led the 2026-27 uniforms to draw on the first six seasons.
The primary logo mirrors the nine-year-old design, uses the palette, and meets NBA rules requiring the full team name with the “global icon.”
The “global icon” now serves as the franchise’s social-media picture, marking the first major visual overhaul since 2017.

History

Historical Context

The Timberwolves’ 2024 uniform redesign revives the dark-blue and black accents first introduced in the 1996-97 season, when the franchise unveiled a new gray-wolf logo and altered its green-silver scheme. That year the team posted a 40-42 record, earned a sixth-seed playoff spot, and rookie Kevin Garnett made his first All-Star appearance.

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Timberwolves Unveil

The Minnesota Timberwolves unveiled three new primary uniforms and a redesigned home court at a Target Center event on Sunday evening.
The white, blue and black jerseys reference the 1989-1996 style, display “WOLVES” with green-blue accents, include a new “M” logo on the shorts, and use “Old Shep” as the primary logo.
The new court features bright blue, green trees around the baskets, and an alternate logo at its center.

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