Seems Timberwolves are Planning More Moves Around NBA Trade Deadline

First, the Wolves have two open spots on their 15-man active roster and $1.6 million left under the luxury tax threshold, following yesterday’s trade. They’ve been carrying one open lost for awhile, but they’re expected to fill both soon.

“…this trade does not mean the Wolves are done dealing. They could look to add another player via trade or keep their powder dry for the buyout market that will open later this month. The Wolves still have a portion of their midlevel exception to sprinkle on top of the veteran’s minimum salary to entice any veteran shooter who has his contract bought out.”

Jon Krawczynski – The Athletic

Converting Luke Garza’s contract from a 2-way deal, into a full NBA contract, makes sense for one of the two open slots. Another option would be elevating Lance Stephenson, who’s been ripping up the G-League for weeks with the Iowa Wolves.

Buyout market more likely than another trade deadline deal

Much more likely, though, is Tim Connelly & Co make another external addition to the roster. It’s possible that addition comes via trade. Betting money would go heavier on Tim’s next maneuver coming via the post-trade deadline buyout market.

Some of the names they’ve been linked to over the past couple of weeks remain available, but names are moving around fast, with just hours remaining until the NBA trade deadline. Players who remain on the market and have been linked to the Timberwolves include Kyle Lowry and Doug McDermott, who would both be buyout candidates.