Minnesota Timberwolves: The General Manager Game

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CLEVELAND, OHIO – FEBRUARY 29: Myles Turner celebrates after scoring during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 29, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 113-104. 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. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

THE TRADE

Myles Turner would be an excellent trade target for the Minnesota Timberwolves to acquire this coming summer. This simulated offseason has been all about maximizing both Karl-Anthony Towns and D’Angelo Russell, and all of the existing moves have seemingly done so thus far.

Turner brings elite rim protection as well as the ability to space the floor on the offensive side of the ball. Turner, just 24 years old, also fits the timeline of both Towns and Russell along with having a somewhat affordable contract, as well.

This trade gives the Pacers two young players, a draft pick, and a salary filler. Turner can defend pick-and-rolls, protect the rim, score inside and outside, as well as be a willing passer when facing better opponents.

Losing Culver is disappointing but after a lackluster rookie campaign with shooting projections that don’t look good, Turner could step in and help the Timberwolves contend for a high playoff seed early.

Updated Roster:

PG: Ball, McLaughlin

SG: Russell, Beasley, Nowell*

SF: Okogie, Bey, Holiday, Evans

PF: Turner, Hernangomez, Layman, Williams, Vanderbilt*

C: Towns, Smith, Reid*

(17 players total)

*Non-guaranteed contract

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