Smith discusses impact of Timberwolves' draft picks loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 12:35 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Smith reflected on his return to the Minnesota Timberwolves after a scandal that affected the team’s draft picks. He indicated that he continuously faced questions about the incident throughout his career, claiming the fallout was largely attributed to his agent's actions rather than his own. The comments came as Smith shared his experiences with the media on July 17, 2026, highlighting how the controversy shaped his professional trajectory.
- •Smith signed a one-year, $2.25 million deal with the Pistons for 2000-01.
- •He returned to Minnesota after the scandal.
- •Smith felt he bore the brunt of the fallout regarding lost draft picks.
- •The incident was largely due to his agent's actions.
- •Comments were made during a media session on July 17, 2026.
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