Karl-Anthony Towns
The situation surrounding Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the more intriguing ones in the league. Minnesota could be waiting for the draft lottery to make a decision on Towns. This is because the Golden State Warriors hold their pick in 2021 unless it lands in the top three. Towns has been in NBA trade rumors for quite some time now and it could finally happen in the offseason.
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The Timberwolves could move Towns if their pick lands in the top three. This means they could land an elite prospect with Anthony Edwards, who they took with the first-overall pick in 2020. Regardless of their draft position, Towns should take it into his own hands and request a trade.
Since selecting Towns with the first pick in 2015, the Timberwolves have been in the postseason just once. They are not a franchise that is ready to win and this could make Karl-Anthony Towns want out. The front office has attempted to put players around him, including D’Angelo Russell, but there could still be some disgruntled feelings.
Karl-Anthony Towns would benefit from going to a contending team. He is one of the top big men in the league and has not been able to show it on the biggest stage. This is where his trade request could come into play.
