Minnesota Timberwolves: Chris Finch Has Clear 2-Word Response on Naz Reid and Julius Randle's Future With the Team 4 Oct 13, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch talks with referee Scott Foster (48) during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Minnesota Timberwolves: Chris Finch Has Clear 2-Word Response on Naz Reid and Julius Randle’s Future With the Team

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Jordan Samar | Last updated Jun 18, 2025 7:43 AM ET

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch is 100 percent sure that the team will be able to keep Naz Reid and Julius Randle this summer.

“Absolutely, yes,” Finch told KFAN1003’s Paul Allen via The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski.

“I think both players want to be there. That’s first and foremost the most important thing. We certainly want them there. I know Tim Connelly is working hard to make sure that they get some sort of deal done that makes them happy and want to stay, and feel gratitude that the team is taking care of them,” he elaborated.

Minnesota Timberwolves: Chris Finch Has Clear 2-Word Response on Naz Reid and Julius Randle's Future With the Team 5 May 20, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) looks down the court during a timeout against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fourth quarter during game one of the Western Conference Finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

There is uncertainty surrounding Reid and Randle because they can hit unrestricted free agency this offseason if the duo doesn’t exercise their player options worth roughly $15 million and $31 million, respectively. Reid and Randle were key cogs of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ run to their second consecutive Western Conference Finals appearance this year.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves can use the 17th overall pick of this summer’s draft to strengthen their frontcourt, especially if either Naz Reid or Julius Randle leaves for another team. Sports Illustrated’s Alan Goldsher wrote that the team should look at Georgia Bulldogs star Asa Newell.

Minnesota Timberwolves: Chris Finch Has Clear 2-Word Response on Naz Reid and Julius Randle's Future With the Team 6 Jan 28, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs forward Asa Newell (14) controls the ball in front of South Carolina Gamecocks guard Arden Conyers (21) during the second half at Stegeman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

“At No. 17, the Timberwolves shift focus to power forward Asa Newell, a versatile wing with decent range who could be a key piece as Minnesota navigates roster changes. With Naz Reid likely heading out in free agency and Julius Randle entering the final stretch of his deal, the Timberwolves are clearly building around Anthony Edwards,” Goldsher explained.

“After strengthening the backcourt with Rob Dillingham and Terrance Shannon Jr. last year, they’re aiming to surround Edwards with athletic wings — and Newell fits that vision perfectly.” he added.