MIN • Forward-Center • #30
A few days after it was reported that Naz Reid agreed to a new deal with the Timberwolves, Randle has reportedly done the same. His new deal will include a player option for the 2027-28 season. While there were some early hiccups, Randle had a productive debut season in Minnesota. In 69 games, he averaged 18.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.6 three-pointers in 32.3 minutes. The returns of Randle and Reid will likely mean free agent guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker heads elsewhere, as other teams can offer him more than the Timberwolves can. Detroit is one team rumored to be highly interested in signing Alexander-Walker.
1 day ago
June 29, 2025 5:28 PM
MIN • Forward-Guard • #7
about 11 hours ago
Ingles will be back for a 12th NBA season, and he’ll likely play a role similar to the one he played in 2024-25. The veteran logged just six minutes per game across 19 appearances for the Wolves a season ago, and he’ll be a locker room guy rather than an impactful, on-court option. Fantasy managers can safely leave him on the waiver wire in 2025-26 drafts.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
3 days ago
Fresh off their second consecutive trip to the Western Conference Finals, the Timberwolves hope to keep most of their core together for another run. Reid, who opted out of the final year of his current deal, has been a key piece off the bench for Chris Finch’s team, and retaining him would be immense. Finch said earlier this month that he expects Reid and Julius Randle to return to the team next season. Reid staying in Minnesota likely keeps him in the sixth-man role, which limits his fantasy ceiling. However, he’s still worth selecting in all league drafts.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
13 days ago
With Randle and Reid have player options for next season, and while there hasn’t been any official update about whether they will pick those options up or not, Finch expects them to remain in Minnesota. That could mean they decline their options and sign new contracts; it would be surprising if Reid accepted a $15 million option for next season. If he signs elsewhere, Reid could find a starting role, which would be ideal for his fantasy production.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
MEM • Forward-Center • #7
about 6 hours ago
With this summer’s free agency class considered lean by many, Aldama was one of the top forwards on the board. Instead of waiting for the 2021 first-round pick to sign an offer sheet with another team, the Grizzlies have reportedly been proactive and gotten a deal done. Despite only making 16 starts, Aldama enjoyed the most productive season of his NBA career in 2024-25. In 65 games, he averaged 12.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.8 three-pointers in 25.5 minutes. While Memphis’ decision to trade Desmond Bane won’t result in Aldama moving into the starting lineup, his role will be significant enough to provide solid fantasy value off the bench.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Forward-Center • #13
about 6 hours ago
The deal includes a player option in the final year of the deal in 2029-30, according to Charania. The Grizzlies have chosen to prioritize keeping Jackson this offseason as moving Desmond Bane to the Magic helped the club afford the massive new deal for the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year. Memphis wasted no time in locking up the franchise cornerstone with a new deal right as free agency opened up.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Forward-Center • #21
5 days ago
As one of the youngest prospects in this class, Essengue is an intriguing two-way talent. He stands 6'10" without shoes and has nearly a 7'1" wingspan, which will help him contribute defensively early on.. There isn’t a ton of offensive creation in his game at this point, but he can still find ways to make an impact, especially as a cutter. In 59 games for Ratiopharm Ulm this season, Essengue averaged 10.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 22.9 minutes per game. His postseason performance featured plenty of highs and lows, which isn’t surprising for an 18-year-old playing professionally. There will likely be more of the same during his rookie year. Due to his physical measurements and positional versatility, Essengue’s draft prospects improved throughout the process. Joining Chicago, he’ll look to form a wing partnership with Matas Buzelis, the Bulls’ first-round pick in 2024.
