Why the Timberwolves Are the Most Dangerous Team in the Ja Morant Sweepstakes
The Minnesota Timberwolves are considering a trade for Ja Morant as the Memphis Grizzlies undergo a cultural reset. After a disappointing playoff exit, the Timberwolves recognize their need for improvement to compete for a championship. NBA insiders suggest that trading key players could be a viable solution for Minnesota's struggles.
- ▪The Timberwolves finished sixth in the Western Conference with a 49-33 record.
- ▪They were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs by the San Antonio Spurs.
- ▪ESPN NBA insider Andre Snellings proposed a trade involving Julius Randle and others for Ja Morant.
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