Trey Lyles signs with Minnesota Timberwolves after year in Europe
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:22 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Trey Lyles has signed a one-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, returning to the NBA after a season with Real Madrid in Liga ACB and Euroleague. Previously, Lyles played several seasons in the NBA, most recently for the Sacramento Kings, averaging 6.5 points and 4.6 rebounds per game. During his time at Kentucky, he was part of a team that nearly achieved a perfect season, averaging 8.7 points and 5.2 rebounds. Lyles will provide additional depth for the Timberwolves as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Lyles spent 2025-2026 with Real Madrid in Spain.
- •He averaged 7.6 points and 4.3 rebounds over his NBA career.
- •Lyles played one season for Kentucky, contributing to a near-perfect team.
- •The Timberwolves signed him for the veteran minimum.
- 4:22 PMYahoo Sports — A former Kentucky Wildcat is returning to the NBA next season
"There are already a lot of former Kentucky Wildcats playing in the NBA, and now, another is returning after a year overseas.
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