Tension is high in Minneapolis: NBA game postponed after ICE operation.

Tension is high in Minneapolis: NBA game postponed after ICE operation.

25.01.2026 01:00

Following an operation that resulted in ICE agents killing another person in Minneapolis, the city has turned into a battleground. With the streets flooded with protests and the security crisis reaching its peak, the NBA management made a critical decision. The Golden State Warriors - Minnesota Timberwolves game, which was expected to be played today at Target Center, was postponed at the last minute citing public health and safety concerns.

Minneapolis is in turmoil after ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) agents killed another person during an operation. Due to increasing security concerns and street incidents, the NBA management made a sudden decision to postpone the game scheduled for today between the Golden State Warriors and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

In an official statement by the NBA, it was noted that the match planned to be held at the Target Center was postponed to prioritize the safety and security of the Minneapolis community. In line with the decision, the game has been rescheduled to take place tomorrow (January 25) at 4:30 PM local time (CT) again at the Target Center.

STATE OF EMERGENCY IN THE CITY

The recent operation conducted by ICE agents, which resulted in a person's death, has reignited social unrest in the city. Local sources indicate that playing the game is considered risky due to the possibility of protests and security threats intensifying around the Target Center.

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