Despite having an opt-out clause in his contract, Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly spoke on Monday as if he’ll be with the organization for the foreseeable future. He also expressed optimism about the team’s ability to retain players like Julius Randle, Naz Reid, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker this offseason. Randle and Reid hold player options, while … [Read more...] about Wolves’ Connelly Talks Second Apron, Core, Offseason
Barnes, Stewart, Vassell Candidates For Jamaican National Team
Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart and Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell are in discussions to join Jamaica’s men’s basketball team, reports Daniel Blake of The Jamaica Observer (Twitter link). Clippers wing Norman Powell has already committed to represent Jamaica during the pre-qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA World Cup this summer, as has Timberwolves … [Read more...] about Barnes, Stewart, Vassell Candidates For Jamaican National Team
Scotto’s Latest: Porzingis, Celtics, Reid, NAW, Magic, Kings
Executives around the NBA generally view Kristaps Porzingis as the Celtics‘ top trade candidate this offseason as the team looks to reduce its salary, says Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Porzingis has played a limited role during Boston’s last two playoff runs due to health issues and will be on an expiring $30.7MM contract in 2025/26. However, the general consensus is that the … [Read more...] about Scotto’s Latest: Porzingis, Celtics, Reid, NAW, Magic, Kings
Northwest Notes: Wiggins, Blazers Workout, Blazers Offseason, Garland
Aaron Wiggins had to wait until the 55th pick before he was selected in the 2021 draft. The Thunder offered him a two-way deal and he wasn’t necessarily thrilled at the prospect, he told Andscape’s Marc J. Spears. “We’re sitting there watching the draft and there was a lot of mixed emotions,” Wiggins said. “The second round started. There were a couple [draft] spots with teams … [Read more...] about Northwest Notes: Wiggins, Blazers Workout, Blazers Offseason, Garland
Wolves’ Tim Connelly On Minnesota: ‘It Feels Like Home’
Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly reportedly has an opt-out clause in his contract this offseason, but it sounds like he intends to stay in Minnesota. “It feels like home. … I think you guys are stuck with me,” Connelly told media members today, per Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic (Twitter link). The news doesn’t come as a surprise. Multiple … [Read more...] about Wolves’ Tim Connelly On Minnesota: ‘It Feels Like Home’