Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch though was adamant Tuesday that Minnesota would retain the two prized free-agents-to-be, telling reporters he "absolutely" expected Randle and Reid to don Wolves uniforms when the 2025-26 season tips off.

Given the historically sad state of the Timberwolves’ franchise, I would never suggest that getting to back-to-back Western Conference finals is easy. But let’s be honest: It’s arguably easier than taking the next step and playing for (and possibly winning) a championship.

The Wolves also hold pick No. 31, and ESPN predicted they would take EuroLeague point guard Ben Saraf in their latest mock draft. Listed at 6-foot-6 and 19 years old, he would be an interesting prospect to add to Minnesota's crowded backcourt.

Major Kevin Durant News Emerges After His Minnesota Timberwolves Decision Surfaces originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers battle for the Larry O'Brien Trophy in the NBA Finals, teams around the NBA are positioning themselves to land Kevin Durant.

Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Monday that Kevin Durant has “no desire” to be traded to the Timberwolves, but the Suns and Wolves are still hoping he’ll warm to the idea, league sources tell Sam Amick and Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.

The Thunder are up, 3-2, against the Indiana Pacers after back-to-back wins. Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined for 71 points in a Game 5 win on Monday night. The Thunder are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012 after eliminating the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games in the Western Conference finals.

The NBA superstar hasn't indicated any plans about when he'll retire from basketball, but one of his Lakers teammates has his thoughts on LeBron James' future.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have reportedly been the most aggressive team in trade talks for Kevin Durant. That may be why Durant is being so vocal about not going there.