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Bucher: Minnesota's leg to stand on Will Sam Cassell playing on one good leg be enough to beat the Kings? The Wolves hope so.
Garnett apologizes for 'ready for war' remarks Kevin Garnett apologized Tuesday for making references to guns and saying he was "ready for war" in Game 7.
Kings' Peeler to miss Game 7 for elbowing KG Kings guard Anthony Peeler was suspended two games without pay by the NBA on Monday for elbowing the Wolves' Kevin Garnett in Game 6.
Kings-Wolves: Who will be luckier in Game 7? The Kings have never won a Game 7. The Timberwolves have never played in one. Wednesday, the winner will break through to face the Lakers.
Focus is the goal for Kings, Wolves in Game 7 The Kings and Timberwolves are looking to turn volatile emotions into the focus necessary for their series finale Wednesday in Minneapolis.
Kings, Wolves get chippy as Game 7 nears With the Kings-Wolves series now tied 3-3, players said to expect more aggressive play during the deciding game 7 Wednesday in Minnesota.
Kings eager to defend home turf The Kings, down 3-2 to the Timberwolves, will have the Arco crowd and many a cowbell ringing in Sacramento on Sunday.
Hoiberg making his mark in Minnesota In his ninth NBA season, former Iowa State standout Fred Hoiberg is again making a name for himself after wallowing in obscurity in Indiana and Chicago.
Brad Miller fined $10K for gesture at fans Kings center Brad Miller was fined $10,000 Sunday by the NBA for making an obscene gesture toward fans after being ejected in Game 5 against the Timberwolves.
Bucher: The king of Sacramento's hill Mike Bibby does more than make a big shot for the Kings. He acts like one on the court, too.
Szczerbiak suits up, Bobby Jackson still out Minnesota forward Wally Szczerbiak suited up for Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinal series between the Timberwolves and the Sacramento Kings on Friday.
Legler: Unsung heroes of the second round Members of the supporting cast in Minnesota and Miami have earned some time in the spotlight.
Minnesota in the market for Game 5 makeover The Timberwolves allowed 24 turnovers in Game 4, letting the Kings even the series. Now Minnesota looks to reload at home for Game 5.
Timberwolves turn over chance at series lead The Timberwolves found every way imaginable to turn over the ball: two shot-clock violations, three travels, a pass out of bounds and a double-dribble -- in the first quarter.
Smith: Will Kings' gambles pay off? Having bet the farm on Chris Webber and Brad Miller, the Kings can't afford to crap out now.
Slams and Dunks: Adelman's must-win situation The Kings' Game 2 loss in Minnesota placed more pressure on coach Rick Adelman to win.
Bucher: Webber's aches and pains Chris Webber's knee feels better every day. What's hurting him now is his teammates' skepticism.
Kings still have a lot to prove The Kings made perhaps their biggest collapse of the season -- and gave top-seeded Minnesota ample reason to believe it is still in charge of this series.
Sunday Conversation: Kevin Garnett Da Kid is all grown up, maturing into an MVP and leading the Wolves past the first round.
Kings need a consistent Peja for Game 2 While Mike Bibby led Sacramento to a Game 1 victory on the road Tuesday, the Kings need consistency from Peja Stojakovic against Minnesota on Saturday.
Wolves scorers hungry for Game 2 All season long, Kevin Garnett, Sam Cassell and Latrell Sprewell led the way for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Walton: The savior of Sacramento The fate of the Kings against Minnesota now rests on the weary shoulders of Chris Webber.
Stern presents the MVP trophy to KG NBA commissioner David Stern presented Kevin Garnett with his Most Valuable Player trophy Tuesday night.
Slams and Dunks: No lost cause in Minnesota Even if they lose to the Kings, the Wolves' season can't be considered a disappointment.
Wolves get a break: Johnson's wrist just sore Wolves center Ervin Johnson doesn't have a broken left wrist and will play in Game 1 against the Kings.
Kings also seeking to shed demons, too Though the Sacramento Kings are well-established among the league's elite, they're still searching for a trip to the Finals.
Garnett wins MVP award by landslide Minnesota's Kevin Garnett won the MVP award by a landslide over San Antonio's Tim Duncan.
Several Wolves under the weather at practice The Timberwolves finished Sunday's practice with only nine players because of illness and injuries.
Walton: The saviors of Lakers, Kings The fate of the Lakers and Kings now rests on the weary shoulders of Karl Malone and Chris Webber.