# NBA preseason: Timberwolves preseason progress > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nba-preseason-basketball-games > Updated: 2026-10-11T11:19:50.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 5. The Minnesota Timberwolves continued their preseason campaign with a narrow 125-124 victory over the Miami Heat. The matchup was defined by heavy usage of bench players, as Heat coach Erik Spoelstra chose to sit his starting lineup and primary rotation players, a move potentially intended to protect game plans before their upcoming regular-season opener against Minnesota. In the absence of Miami’s starters, rookie Ryan Conwell led the Heat with 22 points, 9 assists, and 5 rebounds. Other notable contributors for Miami included Nikola Jovic, who scored 16 points, and Simone Fontecchio, who added 14 points including four three-pointers. Nick Richards also recorded a double-double with 7 points and 10 rebounds. The Heat’s second unit featured Tre Donaldson and Pelle Larsson in the starting lineup. ## Claims - The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 116-97 in a preseason game. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Kendrick Perkins predicts Anthony Edwards will win the MVP this season. (single source) - LaMelo Ball recorded 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists in his debut for Minnesota. (single source) - Anthony Edwards scored 14 points during the preseason game against Milwaukee. (single source) - A deep three-pointer made by LaMelo Ball seconds into the game was disallowed by officials. (single source) - LaMelo Ball joined the Timberwolves via a four-team trade involving Naz Reid and draft capital. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-11: Minnesota Timberwolves defeat Miami Heat 125-124 in preseason The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Miami Heat 125-124 in a preseason game where Miami played primarily with bench players and rookies. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-timberwolves-defeat-miami-heat-125-124-in-preseason ### 2026-10-09: Anthony Edwards shows strong preseason form for Timberwolves Anthony Edwards enters the NBA preseason fully healthy, while teammate Ayo Dosunmu is stepping into a larger leadership role for the Minnesota Timberwolves. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-edwards-shows-strong-preseason-form-for-timberwolves ### 2026-10-07: Minnesota Timberwolves defeat Milwaukee Bucks in preseason opener The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Milwaukee Bucks 116-97 in a preseason opener, though Anthony Edwards warned the team must improve its rebounding and interior size. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-timberwolves-defeat-milwaukee-bucks-in-preseason-opener-1 ### 2026-10-05: Minnesota Timberwolves defeat Milwaukee Bucks in preseason opener The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 116-97 in an NBA preseason opener, highlighting the debut of the Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball duo. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-timberwolves-defeat-milwaukee-bucks-in-preseason-opener ### 2026-10-02: Utah Jazz defeat Denver Nuggets in preseason opener The Utah Jazz beat the Denver Nuggets 109-97 in their preseason opener, led by Lauri Markkanen. Separately, the Atlanta Hawks conclude training camp with an emphasis on roster depth and defense. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atlanta-hawks-focus-on-depth-and-chemistry-during-training-camp --- Cite as: NBA preseason: Timberwolves preseason progress. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nba-preseason-basketball-games