Timberwolves Free Agency: Los Angeles Clippers Edition

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January 19, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard J.J. Redick (4) attempts a shot as Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Tom Thibodeau watches while guard Zach LaVine (8) defends during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

J. J. Redick

Redick nearly became a Timberwolf back in the summer of 2013, but the Los Angeles Clippers were able to land the sharpshooter at the eleventh hour. The Wolves, in turn, signed Kevin Martin to a four-year deal and still brought back Chase Budinger.

Of the three players, Redick is the only one still in the NBA. He’s a career 41.5 percent three-point shooter who has hit long-range shots at a 44.6 percent clip over the past three seasons while launching nearly six attempts per game.

Redick will be 33 years old next season and while he’s never been a good defender, is still useful enough to warrant a sizable free agent deal. He is evidently open to signing with the Wolves — or, he was four years ago, at least. And one would think that the current regime and up-and-coming roster could be attractive to a player looking for that one last long contract but can still be a 25-plus minute-per-game contributor.

Redick would be a great fit, and while the back court would be crowded upon Zach LaVine‘s return, it would give Tom Thibodeau some additional lineup flexibility and allow LaVine to take his time coming back from his ACL tear.

Verdict: Between the likely cost and what no doubt will be Redick’s desire to play for a clear contender, plus the presence of LaVine, a union with the former Clippers guard seems unlikely.