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Timberwolves trade Julius Randle, re-sign Ayo Dosunmu in Draft-eve moves
By Cory Knudsen at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
The Timberwolves are making big moves ahead of Tuesday night’s NBA Draft.
On Monday night, Minnesota traded Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick in Tuesday’s draft to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team trade that also includes the Chicago Bulls.
That move enabled them to immediately re-sign Ayo...
Key takeaway 28 pick in Tuesday’s draft to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team trade that also includes the Chicago Bulls.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The Timberwolves' trade of Julius Randle and re-signing of Ayo Dosunmu has significant implications for the team's financial flexibility and roster construction. With the creation of a $33 million trade exception, the Timberwolves now have the ability to target additional players in free agency or through future trades, which could be crucial in bolstering their lineup for a deep playoff run. The move also suggests that the team is committed to building around Dosunmu, who made a significant impact after joining the team mid-season. His 43-point performance off the bench in the playoffs was a testament to his potential, and his new five-year deal indicates that the Timberwolves see him as a key contributor moving forward. As the team approaches the NBA Draft, fans will be watching to see how the Timberwolves utilize their newfound financial flexibility and draft picks to shape their roster for the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Timberwolves are making big moves ahead of Tuesday night’s NBA Draft.
On Monday night, Minnesota traded Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick in Tuesday’s draft to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team trade that also includes the Chicago Bulls.
That move enabled them to immediately re-sign Ayo...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 23, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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