2023-06-29 06:46:57
The Timberwolves have decided not to guarantee the 2023-2024 contract of Taurean Prince who becomes an unrestricted free agent.
According to the insider Adrian Wojnarowskithe Timberwolves made the choice to let slip Taurean Prince. The winger did not have player option, but his deal of 7.5 million was not guaranteed for the future season. A choice that may seem surprising from a sporting point of view since Prince was one of the favorite rotations of Chris Finch with more than 22 minutes of time and a profitable statistical contribution: 9.1 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists. Experience, defense and long distance shooting, his profile of 3 and D should interest franchises looking for reinforcements on the wing. This decision is undoubtedly motivated by the financial aspect. By removing Prince’s salary, the Timberwolves are now 15.6 million under the luxury tax. In such a way that the franchise can use its Full Mid Level Exception height of 12.4 million.
An envelope that should quickly be used by the front office, in particular to extend Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Arrive there trade deadline Coming from the Jazz, the back has adapted well to Finch’s systems with a very clean playoff campaign: 8.4 points 40% behind the arc, 2.0 rebounds and 1.4 assisted. Minny will be able to offer him a decent offer without risking being in the luxury tax. Also in the pipeline, a transfer for a backup leader. According to The Athletic, the Timberwolves are also on the prowl to recover Monte Morris or Delon Wright of the Wizards. Behind Mike Conleyitem one is rather fragile with the limit Jordan McLaughlin. Adding a guard capable of driving the second unit therefore makes sense for Minnesota.
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