In a stunning and emotional turn of events, the Minnesota Timberwolves announced today that former head coach and franchise legend Chris Finch has officially returned to the organization. Finch, who led the Timberwolves through some of their most competitive seasons in recent memory, will rejoin the team in a new role as Senior Coaching Advisor, the franchise confirmed this morning.
Fans erupted in excitement as the news broke just hours before the Timberwolves’ open practice session at the Target Center, with hundreds in attendance chanting Finch’s name. Many supporters view his return as a symbolic and strategic boost for a team looking to reclaim its position among the NBA’s elite.
Chris Finch first joined the Timberwolves as head coach in 2021 and quickly made an impact by instilling a culture of toughness, unselfish play, and defensive grit. Under his leadership, Minnesota returned to playoff contention, developing stars like Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Jaden McDaniels.
Finch stepped away from coaching last year due to personal reasons but remained closely connected to the NBA landscape through various consulting roles. Now, back in Minnesota, Finch is expected to work closely with current head coach [Insert Current Coach’s Name], contributing to player development, game-planning, and front-office collaboration.
“Chris knows this organization, this city, and this roster better than anyone,” said Timberwolves GM [Insert GM’s Name] in today’s press conference. “Bringing him back is more than just strategy—it’s heart. It’s leadership. It’s Timberwolves basketball.”
Players were visibly energized during today’s practice, with Anthony Edwards calling Finch “one of the smartest basketball minds I’ve ever been around.”
Social media exploded with reactions, with hashtags like #WelcomeBackFinch and #TimberwolvesFamily trending across platforms within minutes of the announcement.
With the new NBA season just months away, Timberwolves fans now have one more reason to believe that big things are brewing in Minneapolis—and that the heart of the pack is back.
