Timberwolves' Biggest Offseason Winner Might Surprise Fans
Summary
The Minnesota Timberwolves traded for LaMelo Ball but lost key frontcourt players Julius Randle and Naz Reid. Joan Beringer, a young big man, is now expected to fill the gap in the Timberwolves' frontcourt rotation in the upcoming season.Key Facts
- The Timberwolves traded for Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball, giving up Naz Reid and draft picks.
- Minnesota also traded Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets during the offseason.
- Randle and Reid combined played nearly 60 minutes per game last season.
- The Timberwolves made few moves to replace the frontcourt depth in free agency or the draft.
- Joan Beringer, a 6-foot-11 French player, was highlighted as a key frontcourt player to watch for Minnesota.
- Beringer was the 17th overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft and spent his rookie year developing between the Timberwolves and their G League team.
- He has shown potential with defensive skills and a strong wingspan of 7-foot-4.
- Beringer scored a career-high 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 blocks in a game last season, signaling growth.
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