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The Minnesota Timberwolves exited the NBA trade deadline without making a major move, and they should be better for it. The New Orleans Pelicans also sat rather quietly, sticking to their core despite steep offers for a few pieces.
Anthony Edwards made it clear that he wanted the Timberwolves to re-sign Mike Conley in free agency. The veteran is expected to return.
Veteran guard Mike Conley Jr. is set to rejoin the Minnesota Timberwolves after a whirlwind trade sequence. Following deals to Chicago and then Charlotte, the Hornets waived him, allowing him to return to Minnesota under NBA rules.
The Minnesota Timberwolves had to trade one of their favorite locker room players at the trade deadline. It looks like they will get him back. The post Timberwolves Expect to Bring Back Locker Room Favorite appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Plus: how a plot twist could return Mike Conley to the team days after trades sent him to Chicago, then Charlotte.
An NBA insider claims that the Minnesota Timberwolves showed interest in trying to trade for LaMelo Ball of the Hornets.
It took a lot of roster maneuvering at the trade deadline by Tim Connelly, but the Wolves now resemble last year's Western Conference finals roster.
The New Orleans Pelicans and the Minnesota Timberwolves face off in their first game after the trade deadline.