This Suns-Timberwolves Trade Features D’Angelo Russell

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Why The Minnesota Timberwolves Do The Deal

If Paul declines rapidly enough, the Wolves could regret this deal. However, the safe money is still on him having a more productive 2022-23 than Russell. 

That suits the Wolves perfectly. After sending out four unprotected first-round picks in exchange for Rudy Gobert, they’re all-in on 2022-23. Realistically, any move that makes them better next season would be a smart one. 

Moreover, there is a mutual benefit in this relationship. With Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns on the roster, the Wolves don’t need a ball-dominant point guard. Luckily, Paul is one of the best floor-spacing guars in the NBA.

Just as significantly, lessening his ball-handling duties for a less strenuous role could prolong his effectiveness. 

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Finally, he’s a much stronger defender than Russell as well. Barring significant age-related decline, he’s a general upgrade. Even if Paul has one more season of strong production left, the Wolves would do well to add him: 

After that, aging will be inevitable. 

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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