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Minnesota Timberwolves: 3 players most likely to be traded before the deadline

By Andrew Neururer

CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 22: Robert Covington #33 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on during the game against the Chicago Bulls on January 22, 2020 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 22: Robert Covington #33 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on during the game against the Chicago Bulls on January 22, 2020 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN – JANUARY 24: Josh Okogie #20 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on during a game against the Houston Rockets on January 24, 2020 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – JANUARY 24: Josh Okogie #20 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on during a game against the Houston Rockets on January 24, 2020 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images) /

2. Josh Okogie

Minnesota drafted Josh Okogie with the 20th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft because they saw his ability to defend the ball and play with high energy.

Okogie has done a good job fitting that role and has become a fan favorite when he’s making defensive stops, throwing down highlight dunks, or showing all-out hustle. However, he’s been a disappointment offensively thus far in his career.

There was hope that he could potentially shoot the ball from three after he was able to knock down 38.2 percent of his shots from distance in two years at Georgia Tech. That could still come to fruition down the line, especially since his shot has the right motion and mechanics.

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Even with his offense still being in question, Okogie will last a long time in this league solely based on his ability to bring energy and play defense each and every night. That will be of value for playoff teams, who will be targeting players who can defend or come off the bench and bring instant offense.

Okogie still has upside at only 21 years old and playing in just his second season in the NBA. Plus, being on a rookie contract will be important to every team around the league as many of them are near the salary cap.

With upside to potentially blossom into a better offensive player, a cheap contract, and the ability to bring a defensive presence, Okogie proves to be a trade candidate worth watching.

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