Timberwolves trade forward Julius Randle in four-team deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 10:21 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves have traded forward Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets as part of a four-team deal finalized on July 11, 2026. The Timberwolves acquired guards LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Randle, along with other draft assets. Randle's performance in the postseason raised concerns about his contribution to the team's potential. He averaged 12.8 points in the 2026 Western Conference Semifinals, struggling with scoring and turnovers. The Timberwolves aim to bolster their roster after a disappointing playoff run.
- •Timberwolves send Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets.
- •LaMelo Ball and Josh Green join Minnesota.
- •Trade includes multiple draft picks and swaps.
- •Randle struggled in the playoffs with 12.8 points per game.
- •Timberwolves aim to improve their roster ahead of next season.
- 10:21 PMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves officially ties with declining $100 million ex-Lakers, Knicks forward via four-team trade
"The Minnesota Timberwolves are moving on from a struggling former Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks contributor.
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