Published 13:27 IST, November 19th 2019

NBA Trade Rumours: D’Angelo Russell could move to Timberwolves in blockbuster deal

NBA Trade Rumors: Minnesota Timberwolves offer to trade Warriors' D’Angelo Russell for Jeff Teague, Robert Covington, and two future first-round picks

Reported by: Sujay Chakraborty
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Since  2019 NBA offseason, rumours have continued to swirl that  Golden State Warriors would be trading All-Star point guard D’Angelo Russell before February trade deadline. After just last week rumour mill linked him with a move to Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly interested in acquiring young hooper.

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NBA trade rumours: D' Angelo Russell and Warriors

D’Angelo Russell is in midst of his best season as a pro, averaging career-high points for Warriors. Unfortunately, same cant be said for Warriors, who are struggling in NBA this season. y currently lie at bottom in Western Conference with just two wins and 12 defeats. Injuries to ir top stars including Stephen Curry and ors have left m short of options from bench.

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NBA trade rumours: Timberwolves in for D'Angelo Russell

Minnesota Timberwolves might just pounce on crisis with a very relishing offer. According to reports, Timberwolves are ready to part with Jeff Teague, Robert Covington and two future first-round pick for D'Angelo Russell. young point guard is biggest trade asset for Warriors and we might just have to wait how deal progresses. And though Timberwolves were snubbed by D'Angelo Russell in 2019 free ncy, it’s definitely t a surprise that Timberwolves are again considered one of potential suitors of Russell before February trade deadline.

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Timberwolves trade rumours: An offer you can't refuse?

It’s a deal that on paper fill needs for both sides. Warriors would add much-needed wing depth and pieces to build on for future, while Wolves would become almost instant contenders with pairing of D'Angelo Russell and Karl-Anthony Towns.

proposed trade deal would enable Warriors to acquire three things that might just be very important for any team: salary cap relief, a quality role player, and future draft assets. Teague would allow m to open up ir salary cap in summer of 2020, while Covington would give Warriors a defensive-minded big man who could complement duo of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.

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08:22 IST, November 19th 2019