Wolves adapt salary strategy for Ball acquisition amid trade challenges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:14 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves are adjusting their salary cap strategy ahead of acquiring Lonzo Ball from the Chicago Bulls. This trade cannot be finalized until July 6 due to cap space requirements. The Timberwolves need to address Ball's $41.25 million salary, which exceeds their current below-apron status, particularly in light of Ayo Dosunmu's recent five-year contract totaling $112 million. They must operate as an above-apron team to effectively fill out their roster.
- •Wolves will acquire Lonzo Ball from Bulls once cap space allows.
- •Trade expected to expand due to salary matching issues.
- •Ayo Dosunmu's contract influences Wolves' salary cap decisions.
- •Finalization of the trade set for July 6.
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