Best Landing Spot: Minnesota Timberwolves

In identifying the best landing spot for Harrison Barnes, we looked for a team that has both playoff aspirations and a vacancy at his position.

The Minnesota Timberwolves check both boxes. They could use an upgrade at the 4 spot, and they’ll be hoping to advance further than they did in the 2021-22 playoffs. Another first-round exit would be a disappointment for this organization.

Barnes could help them avoid that outcome. By plugging him into the starting power forward position, the Timberwolves will have five-out spacing. It’ll also allow them to shift incumbent starter Jarred Vanderbilt to the second unit, where he can cover both the 4 and 5 spots.

Basically, we’re looking for a landing spot where Barnes can contribute to a deep playoff run. The Minnesota Timberwolves provide it. His plug-and-playability should give this team one of the league’s better offensive attacks from day one.

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That makes the Timberwolves the best landing spot for him.