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Timberwolves wear 'Stand With Minnesota' shirts during warmups
Summary
The Minnesota Timberwolves wore black shirts reading "Stand With Minnesota" during pregame warmups and issued a team statement expressing sympathy. These gestures came after reported deaths during recent federal immigration enforcement and related protests.
Content
The Minnesota Timberwolves wore black shirts reading "Stand With Minnesota" during pregame warmups before their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The shirts were presented as a response to recent unrest in the Twin Cities tied to federal immigration enforcement. Two people were reported killed by federal agents, which has led to large protests and public debate between local and federal officials. The team also issued a joint player statement expressing sympathy and urging unity across the state.
Known details:
- Players wore black shirts reading "Stand With Minnesota" during pregame warmups.
- The Timberwolves issued a collective player statement offering sympathy and calling for unity among Minnesotans.
- The team has observed two moments of silence this month, one honoring Renee Good and another for Alex Pretti; the latter prompted a postponed game.
- The reported deaths occurred during a period of increased federal immigration enforcement and have prompted protests and a dispute between local and federal officials.
Summary:
The team's visible support and statements reflect local reaction to recent reported deaths and ensuing protests. Undetermined at this time.
