Power forward vacancy remains a concern
After the LaMelo Ball trade, the Timberwolves have a clear hole at power forward. Trey Lyles was initially seen as a one-year patch, but a new article (doc_id: 1DzNLSne) challenges that assumption, citing his Spain numbers (39% from three) and potential to start. Apron constraints limit trade options, and ideal target P.J. Washington may be off the table due to Ujiri's fondness, making a deadline move more likely. The front office may still need to address this weakness, but Lyles' fit is being reevaluated.
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Updated Aug 7, 2026