Joe Ingles Threatens Opponent During Timberwolves’ Loss to Warriors
The Minnesota Timberwolves continued their recent struggles with a decisive 111-85 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday evening. The defeat drops the Timberwolves to a 27-19 record for the 2025-26 season, signaling a concerning slide in the Western Conference standings. Amidst the team’s difficulties, veteran Joe Ingles was involved in a heated exchange with Warriors big man Quinten Post.
Viral Moment: Ingles’ Heated Words
As the game became increasingly one-sided in the fourth quarter, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch utilized his bench players, including Joe Ingles. During a free throw attempt by the Warriors, Ingles and Post engaged in a tense argument that quickly went viral on social media. A clip captured Ingles telling Post, “I will slap the shit outta you.” Teammate Pat Spencer intervened to de-escalate the situation.
Joe Ingles to Quinten Post: “I will slap the shit outta you”
Late in garbage time. Pat Spencer acts as the peacemaker pic.twitter.com/3fT7LOgSdS— MrBuckBuck (@MrBuckBuckNBA) January 26, 2026
This isn’t the first time Joe Ingles has shown a willingness to stand his ground. Fans recall similar moments during his time with the Utah Jazz, notably his playoff battles with Paul George of the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, Timberwolves fans likely hoped to see Ingles contribute during a winning effort, rather than a blowout loss.
Timberwolves’ Five-Game Losing Streak
The Timberwolves are currently on a five-game losing streak, a slump that has intensified even with the return of star player Anthony Edwards from injury. The team’s offensive struggles were particularly evident against the Warriors, scoring a season-low 85 points. This offensive output is a significant concern for a team expected to contend in the Western Conference. NBA Standings show the team slipping further down the rankings.
Game Postponement & Community Concerns
The game was originally scheduled for Saturday afternoon but was postponed due to a second shooting incident involving ICE in Minneapolis within three weeks. This highlights the broader community concerns impacting the team and city. Star Tribune provides ongoing coverage of these events.
The Timberwolves and Warriors will face each other again on Monday night in Minneapolis, offering Minnesota a chance to break their losing streak. The team will need to address their offensive woes and regain their composure if they hope to turn things around.
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