NBA Game Postponed in Minneapolis After Police Shooting
A scheduled NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors on Saturday was postponed following a fatal police shooting in Minneapolis. The encounter has been rescheduled for Sunday afternoon at the Target Center, the league announced.
Game Postponed for Safety Reasons
The postponement was a protective measure for the safety of everyone in the city, according to a brief statement from the NBA. Earlier, federal law enforcement officers shot a man in Minneapolis, adding to the ongoing tension in the city where the Trump administration has deployed thousands of federal agents to detain undocumented immigrants.
Rescheduling and Player Reaction
The rescheduled game will tip off at 5:30 PM local time on Sunday, with start time at 11:30 PM German time. Both teams will face off again in Minneapolis on Monday, facing a tight schedule.
“In moments like this, basketball doesn’t come first.” – Steve Kerr, Warriors coach
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards stated, “I didn’t want to play if people were afraid of our hall.”
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Did You Know?
This is not the first time an NBA game was postponed due to safety concerns. In 2021, a series of games were postponed following player protests against racial injustice.
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Q: When is the rescheduled game?
Sunday afternoon at the Target Center, with start time at 5:30 PM local time.
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Sources: Sports Information Service (SID)