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Markos Tsegaye
Markos Tsegaye is a writer for Zone Coverage after joining in June 2023. Earlier in 2023, he graduated from the University of Minnesota after earning his bachelor of arts degree in journalism. He is now looking to build a successful career as a sports journalist and embrace everything that comes with his new journey. When he gets the chance, Markos enjoys spending time with friends and family.
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The Wolves Are Still the Wolves After the All-Star Break
By Markos Tsegaye - Feb 23, 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves faced a favorable opponent in their first game after the All-Star break. They were playing a shorthanded Dallas Mavericks team that just traded Anthony […]
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Bones Hyland Is Rewarding the Wolves For Their Faith In Him
By Markos Tsegaye - Feb 9, 2026
Just one year ago, Bones Hyland found himself out of the NBA. After the Denver Nuggets took him in the first round of the 2021 NBA Draft, […]
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Joan Beringer Must Become A Rotational Mainstay
By Markos Tsegaye - Feb 2, 2026
Joan Beringer played 16 minutes on Wednesday night, but his intensity never wavered. It was all gas and zero brakes for Beringer in Minnesota’s 118-105 win over […]
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How Do the Wolves Add Depth Before the Deadline?
By Markos Tsegaye - Jan 21, 2026
Five minutes into his stint off the bench against the San Antonio Spurs last Saturday, Naz Reid left the game with a shoulder injury. The Minnesota Timberwolves […]
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Naz Reid Is Building A Case For His Second Sixth Man Of the Year Award
By Markos Tsegaye - Jan 15, 2026
First things first, two words: Naz Reid. The former Sixth Man of the Year winner has been playing some of the best basketball of his career lately, […]
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The Wolves Have A Donte DiVincenzo Dilemma
By Markos Tsegaye - Jan 8, 2026
Since joining the Minnesota Timberwolves shortly before 2024 training camp in the Karl-Anthony Towns trade, Donte DiVincenzo has been a valuable asset for the organization. Upon arrival, […]
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Trae Young Might Be the Cure For What Ails the Timberwolves
By Markos Tsegaye - Dec 31, 2025
On Monday, a report from ESPN’s Tim MacMahon said the Atlanta Hawks are “looking for the exit ramp” regarding Trae Young’s time with the organization. All signs […]
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Donte DiVincenzo Has Capitalized On His Inclusion In the Starting Lineup
By Markos Tsegaye - Jan 16, 2025
The Minnesota Timberwolves removed Mike Conley from their starting lineup ahead of their game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Jan. 7. Chris Finch said they made […]
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Josh Minott Has Been A Bright Spot For the Inconsistent Timberwolves
By Markos Tsegaye - Jan 8, 2025
Third-year Minnesota Timberwolves forward Josh Minott has been a bright spot for a team that has struggled to find consistency this season. Minott’s road to earning minutes […]
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Do the Wolves Need To Add A Backup Point Guard At the Deadline?
By Markos Tsegaye - Dec 26, 2024
The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a 14-14 start. Considering the success of last season’s team, it’s been disappointing because the Wolves have meaningfully regressed after trading […]
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Can the Wolves Avoid Regular-Season Complacency Next Year?
By Markos Tsegaye - Aug 14, 2024
Minnesota Timberwolves president Tim Connelly immediately laid out expectations last season: win a playoff series. They did that, and after one of their best seasons in franchise […]
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What Did We Learn About Minnesota’s Young Talent In Summer League?
By Markos Tsegaye - Jul 27, 2024
Entering the offseason, Chris Finch outlined his plan for the Minnesota Timberwolves to implement younger, more inexperienced players into the rotation next year. While this may have […]