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Timberwolves aimed for solid, not splashy free agents
The Wolves kept an eye on the future by prioritizing younger talent on team-friendly contracts.
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Timberwolves add Troy Brown, Shake Milton in free agency, re-sign Alexander-Walker
The NBA market was open for business on Friday, and Minnesota worked to shore up its bench after losing Taurean Prince.
Timberwolves set a course as NBA free agency starts Friday
Nickeil Alexander-Walker will hit the open market, but the Wolves could try to sign him to a long-term contract.
The KAT and Naz Reid question; Wild load up on honesty, centers
On Friday's Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand applauds the Wild for addressing a weakness and being honest about it. He also welcomes in Timberwolves writer Chris Hine as NBA free agency begins.
Wolves waive Prince to create more room below luxury tax
Taurean Prince was one of the team's vocal leaders, with teammates regularly citing him as one of the veteran voices not afraid to hold other players accountable.
Scoggins: Reality check. Wolves must trade Towns or another key player
The contract numbers simply don't add up for the 2024-25 season to allow the Timberwolves to keep everyone on the current roster. And the longer they wait, the more challenging the situation becomes.
Minnesota to the NBA: Who could be in the next group making the jump?
A three-year streak of Minnesota natives picked in the NBA draft ended last week. Two Gophers (and a former U player) are among the top candidates who could be next in line from the state.
Timberwolves give second-round draft picks the first-round treatment
The reception Leonard Miller and Jayle Clark got from the Wolves made a statement about a change running through the NBA. Also, host Michael Rand visits with hockey writer Sarah McLellan about this week's NHL draft.
Tough and ready: Very different paths bring draft picks to Wolves
Leonard Miller went from high school to the G League, bypassing college. Jaylen Clark came to the Timberwolves from a college basketball mecca. But they share a common thread as they prepare to transition to the NBA.
Souhan: Wolves build roster that can contend — with a backup plan
Timberwolves President Tim Connelly is building a roster that can supplement the Rudy Gobert experiment. And if things fall apart, there's a young xore of players to step up.
With Reid signed, Wolves need more (cheap and good) players like him
Pro sports leagues are increasingly squeezing out mid-salary players in favor of top-heavy rosters. That requires the Timberwolves finding success with more young, cheap talent like Naz Reid.
Patrick Reusse on Reid's new deal. Is a Towns trade more or less likely?
Host Michael Rand and columnist Reusse on the next moves for the Wolves after the team and Naz Reid reached agreement on a new contract. Also, Royce Lewis does something other Twins players aren't and a look at the upcoming NHL draft.
Reid decides against looking elsewhere, returning to Wolves on 3-year deal
Naz Reid figured to attract a lot of attention — and maybe even offers of a starting job — in NBA free agency. But his growing role with the Wolves and salary cap rules worked in the team's favor.
Souhan: 10 reasons to be optimistic about Timberwolves
They should be improved, make the playoffs again and maybe even surprise us. Why not be optimistic this summer?
Minott, Moore, Miller head Wolves Summer League roster
There are 17 players on the team, which starts play on July 7 in Las Vegas.
Wolves' drafting of Miller, Clark turns focus to finding cheap, overachieving players
The Wolves' abundance of highly paid players, plus the NBA's new second apron above the luxury tax line, make it necessary to "be creative" in finding players, President Tim Connelly said.
Wolves draft grades: Did they pull off a steal in the second round?
The deal that was made to land the Canadian guard was lauded as finding a first-round talent in the second round, and UCLA guard Jaylen Clark was noted for his defensive skills.
Wolves draft G League forward Miller after trade, also add UCLA guard
The Timberwolves didn't have a first-round pick but moved near the top of the second round to select 6-foot-10 Canadian forward Leonard Miller, who played for G League Ignite instead of going to college.
Victor Wembanyama and more: A glance at the NBA draft
Wembanyama, who played in France last season, is expected to be the No. 1 pick Thursday night. Here's a look at time, TV, draft order and other details.
What draft picks do the Wolves control in the next few years?
After the Rudy Gobert trade sapped the Timberwolves of a number of first-round draft picks, here is a glimpse of what picks they have remaining.