Apr 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) dribbles against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) in the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have reportedly discussed trading for Kevin Durant without signing him to a long-term commitment deal Likely why Minnesota in no longer a finalist for his next preferred team (via: @BrettSiegelNBA) pic.twitter.com/XA2dfGWtgA

This is a critical offseason for the Wolves. The team sale is expected to be finalized this month, and multiple key free agency decisions are on the docket. There is also the upcoming NBA Draft in which Minnesota holds the 17th and 31st overall pick.

The Timberwolves continue to top the rankings for the most popular Kevin Durant destination, and Zach Lowe cemented it with the top spot in the buzz rankings.

Kasparas Jakucionis may fall out of the lottery in the 2025 NBA Draft, making the Minnesota Timberwolves the perfect team to pick him. His playmaking, and potential can be unlocked with a mentor like Mike Conley,

Ric Bucher breaks down how close the Minnesota Timberwolves are to winning an NBA championship and what key moves they need to make to take the next step.

The Minnesota Timberwolves might not be the favorites in this series, but it'd be a mistake to count Anthony Edwards and company out.

With the 2025 NBA Draft approaching, the front office will need to determine the best player to take with the No. 17 pick. Various mock drafts have given different answers for the college star, but focus on selecting a big man to join the frontcourt.