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3 blockbuster trades for Minnesota Timberwolves before trade deadline

By Dylan Jackson

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 27: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards dribbles in front of Josh Okogie #20 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Capital One Arena on February 27, 2021 in Washington, DC. 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 Will Newton/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 27: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards dribbles in front of Josh Okogie #20 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Capital One Arena on February 27, 2021 in Washington, DC. 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 Will Newton/Getty Images) /
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TAMPA, FLORIDA – JANUARY 31: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FLORIDA – JANUARY 31: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) /

The Minnesota Timberwolves need more quality frontcourt players, and getting two quality guys while allowing more minutes for players such as Culver, Okogie, and Edwards at the 2/3 might be worth parting with Beasley.

Malik Beasley has been on another level this season. He’s averaging 20.5 points on 46/41/85 splits. Volume on efficiency is exactly what you want out of a starting-caliber wing, but this move is about getting value while also suring up the frontcourt. Aaron Gordon would be an excellent fit next to Karl-Anthony Towns, and Chuma Okeke has shown flashes of being a really nice complementary forward.

The pick makes the deal even more intriguing. The Magic are on the bubble of making the playoffs, and the draft this year has potential to be one of the better in recent memory. Adding a player in the 11-17 range from this class could mean getting another really good young player – possibly with starter potential.

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