Would this trade make sense for the Minnesota Timberwolves?
The Minnesota Timberwolves originally brought these names to town in hopes of building a winner. That has not happened just yet and it is not looking like it will anytime soon. Now, the goal should be to send these names away for a big return. In a deal such as this one, the Timberwolves could use the value around Russell to land some long-term pieces.
The return is headlined by Murray. He suffered a knee injury in his career but has looked like the real deal when he is healthy and on the floor. Murray is a franchise guard that can bring a lot to the table in Minnesota.
Murray and a first-round draft pick already make this deal worth it. When looking at the route that the Timberwolves should take, it begins with moving Russel to Beasley.
They have not been able to build a winner in the Western Conference and it is not going to be an easy thing to do. This deal will help them set up for the future even further.
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The Timberwolves have been an interesting franchise for years now. They have been aggressive but that has not translated into victories. The front office now has to find a way to win some games and get back into contention.
