"Kevin Love's participation in the Three-Point Shootout during NBA All-Star Weekend has not been confirmed, but the Timberwolves forward hopes to compete in the contest.

Love is still waiting on a formal invitation, although he said Thursday night during his all-star selection teleconference that he would be participating.

"It's being talked about," said Love, who leads the Wolves with 42 three-pointers. "I'm trying to get the invite. If I'm invited, I'm bringing sexy back to the three-point contest."

Love was 0 for 3 on three-point attempts in the Wolves' 104-97 loss to Dallas on Friday night and is shooting 36.8 percent (42 of 114) for the season. His percentage is not among the top 50 in the league.

Entering Friday's games, Love ranked 22nd in three-pointers made and 53rd in percentage.

'Lin-sanity' in town

The Wolves will get their first look tonight at New York point guard Jeremy Lin, a sudden sensation in his second season in the NBA. "