Edwards averaged 23.7 points per game on 46.9% field goal shooting, five rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game against the San Antonio Spurs. Edwards averaged 28.8 PPG on 49 FG%, five rebounds, and 1.3 SPG during the regular season. That was the highest-scoring season by a player in franchise history.
Why Giannis Antetokounmpo Fits With Anthony Edwards
Feb 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shake hands after the game at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Antetokounmpo and Edwards have different play styles, but they would be an excellent dynamic duo. Antetokounmpo’s downhill scoring pressure would create easier looks for Edwards offensively. Minnesota needs to add three-point shooters around them.
To get Antetokounmpo, the Timberwolves would have to give up something along the lines of Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle, Terrance Shannon Jr., Joan Beringer, and draft picks. Minnesota’s limited draft capital could make an Antetokounmpo trade difficult unless another team helps facilitate the deal. The Timberwolves will be in these star trade talks for the third year in a row, since they also came very close to trading for Kevin Durant two years ago.
Why Minnesota Should Pass On A Leonard Gamble
Feb 28, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (1) moves the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Leonard would be a real swing piece for Edwards and Minnesota. If the Timberwolves can add Leonard without gutting their depth, it would solve their two biggest problems at once: half-court creation and playoff defense. Minnesota finished near the bottom of the playoff field in half-court offensive efficiency, making another shot creator a major offseason priority.
Leonard is a good player, but he has an extensive injury history. He is 34 years old on an expiring contract. The Timberwolves are not going to give away a really good young piece in McDaniels and draft picks for Leonard.
Would The Timberwolves Trade For Kyrie Irving?
Dec 25, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Minnesota getting Irving, a point guard, would help Edwards. Irving can score and create using his ball-handling skills, just like he did with Luka Dončić. An Edwards-Irving backcourt could become one of the league’s most explosive offensive duos.
Irving would be coming off a torn ACL and does not fit the Timberwolves’ timeline, as he is 34 years old. The Dallas Mavericks also shouldn’t deal away Irving, as he is the best mentor for Cooper Flagg.
End Of My Minnesota Timberwolves Rant
May 15, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the ball past San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant (11) in the second half during game six of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
There are going to be some opportunities this summer for the Timberwolves to pick up a major contributor. It is a crucial offseason for GM Tim Connelly, who will almost assuredly make major roster changes. If Minnesota fails to land another star this offseason, the pressure on Edwards could become overwhelming in a loaded Western Conference.
The Timberwolves’ financial situation could complicate any blockbuster trade pursuit. Minnesota is expected to operate near the NBA’s second apron, which limits roster flexibility and makes it harder to aggregate contracts in major deals. Any trade for Antetokounmpo, Leonard, or Irving would likely require the Timberwolves to move multiple rotation players. Edwards’ supermax timeline will also require Minnesota to manage carefully long-term cap concerns.
Edwards has already emerged as one of the NBA’s premier young superstars. The Timberwolves’ front office now faces enormous pressure to build a championship-caliber roster around him before the Western Conference becomes even deeper.
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Timberwolves Trade Rumors: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard Or Kyrie Irving Could Help Anthony Edwards Win A Title
The Minnesota Timberwolves could target Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard, or Kyrie Irving during the 2026 NBA offseason to help Anthony Edwards compete for a championship.
Edwards averaged 23.7 points per game on 46.9% field goal shooting, five rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game against the San Antonio Spurs. Edwards averaged 28.8 PPG on 49 FG%, five rebounds, and 1.3 SPG during the regular season. That was the highest-scoring season by a player in franchise history.
Why Giannis Antetokounmpo Fits With Anthony Edwards
Antetokounmpo and Edwards have different play styles, but they would be an excellent dynamic duo. Antetokounmpo’s downhill scoring pressure would create easier looks for Edwards offensively. Minnesota needs to add three-point shooters around them.
To get Antetokounmpo, the Timberwolves would have to give up something along the lines of Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle, Terrance Shannon Jr., Joan Beringer, and draft picks. Minnesota’s limited draft capital could make an Antetokounmpo trade difficult unless another team helps facilitate the deal. The Timberwolves will be in these star trade talks for the third year in a row, since they also came very close to trading for Kevin Durant two years ago.
Why Minnesota Should Pass On A Leonard Gamble
Leonard would be a real swing piece for Edwards and Minnesota. If the Timberwolves can add Leonard without gutting their depth, it would solve their two biggest problems at once: half-court creation and playoff defense. Minnesota finished near the bottom of the playoff field in half-court offensive efficiency, making another shot creator a major offseason priority.
Leonard is a good player, but he has an extensive injury history. He is 34 years old on an expiring contract. The Timberwolves are not going to give away a really good young piece in McDaniels and draft picks for Leonard.
Would The Timberwolves Trade For Kyrie Irving?
Minnesota getting Irving, a point guard, would help Edwards. Irving can score and create using his ball-handling skills, just like he did with Luka Dončić. An Edwards-Irving backcourt could become one of the league’s most explosive offensive duos.
Irving would be coming off a torn ACL and does not fit the Timberwolves’ timeline, as he is 34 years old. The Dallas Mavericks also shouldn’t deal away Irving, as he is the best mentor for Cooper Flagg.
End Of My Minnesota Timberwolves Rant
There are going to be some opportunities this summer for the Timberwolves to pick up a major contributor. It is a crucial offseason for GM Tim Connelly, who will almost assuredly make major roster changes. If Minnesota fails to land another star this offseason, the pressure on Edwards could become overwhelming in a loaded Western Conference.
The Timberwolves’ financial situation could complicate any blockbuster trade pursuit. Minnesota is expected to operate near the NBA’s second apron, which limits roster flexibility and makes it harder to aggregate contracts in major deals. Any trade for Antetokounmpo, Leonard, or Irving would likely require the Timberwolves to move multiple rotation players. Edwards’ supermax timeline will also require Minnesota to manage carefully long-term cap concerns.
Edwards has already emerged as one of the NBA’s premier young superstars. The Timberwolves’ front office now faces enormous pressure to build a championship-caliber roster around him before the Western Conference becomes even deeper.
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