Tim Connelly Expected To Sign New Deal With Timberwolves

Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly is widely expected to remain with the franchise despite an opt-out clause in his contract, as new majority owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez prefer to maintain stability in the team's leadership. Although Connelly has attracted interest from the Atlanta Hawks and his former team, the Denver Nuggets, league insiders believe Minnesota will prioritize extending his contract. Connelly has played a pivotal role in reshaping the Timberwolves, highlighted by significant trades such as acquiring Rudy Gobert and dealing Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks. The expectation is that rumors about Connelly's future will persist until a contract extension is finalized, but Minnesota appears committed to keeping him at the helm. His continued leadership is seen as vital to the Timberwolves' long-term strategy under new ownership.