Twolves Primary LogoTwolves Alternate LogoTwolves Wordmark LogoTwolves Team MerchEstablished 1989 City Minneapolis League History 1989 – Present / National Basketball Association Team History 1989 – Present / Minnesota Timberwolves Nickname Timberwolves – The Minnesota Timberwolves are one of the most beloved teams in the NBA, and their nickname is steeped in history. The team was established as an expansion franchise …