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Isaiah Evans misses Timberwolves debut due to pending trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 12:29 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Isaiah Evans misses Timberwolves debut due to pending trade

Summary

Isaiah Evans did not play for the Minnesota Timberwolves in their first 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 10 against the New Orleans Pelicans due to a pending trade. Evans, selected 33rd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, was involved in a trade from the Brooklyn Nets to the Timberwolves. The formal finalization of the trade was expected by July 9, but may take longer. If the situation permits, Evans is expected to make his Timberwolves debut on July 11. Minnesota won the game 105-92.

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•Isaiah Evans unable to suit up for Timberwolves due to trade issues.
•Trade from Brooklyn Nets to Timberwolves involves Julius Randle.
•Evans expected to debut July 11 if trade finalizes.
•Timberwolves won 105-92 against the Pelicans.

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