Phoenix Loss Lays Bare Timberwolves’ Lack of On-Site Beat Coverage

Multiple outlets skipped the trip as travel budgets tighten, with some reporters prioritizing family over full road schedules.

Overview

After a 114-113 defeat on a Collin Gillespie jumper with 6.4 seconds left, Chris Finch’s postgame session lasted two questions and 35 seconds.
Social media video showed the brief presser, and multiple reporters confirmed no Timberwolves beat writers traveled to Phoenix.
The Star Tribune does not send Chris Hine to away games under current travel policies.
The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski said he travels selectively due to costs and family, and the Pioneer Press’ Jace Frederick was not sent.
The episode underscored industry cutbacks and remote coverage trends, with no changes to outlet travel plans announced.