The Timberwolves have begun to perk up a bit and are close to catching the Clippers in the standings for the No. 6 seed.

It was somewhat surprising to see the 16-35 Toronto Raptors in a buyer's position with a Wednesday trade ahead of Thursday's 3 p.m. ET deadline, but ...

In the case of Robinson, the role center best known for rebounding and superb defense has been cleared to practice with the team, and it's left head coach Tom Thibodeau pleased with his progress.