Wolves likely to trade Josh Green for cap space
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
On August 27, 2026, the Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly planning to trade Josh Green to clear $3 million in salary cap space. Sources indicate that Green, who is on a $14.6 million deal, may be moved for a player with a lower salary. An alternative strategy could involve waiving Green and stretching his contract to make room for Jonathan Kuminga. The decision comes as the Wolves aim to remain under the second apron of the salary cap.
- •Wolves need to free up $3 million in cap space.
- •Josh Green is currently earning $14.6 million.
- •Team may consider trading or waiving Green.
- •Potential new signing is Jonathan Kuminga.
- •Trade discussions follow the team's financial strategy.
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Wolves likely to trade Josh Green to free up cap space?
"Wolves likely to trade Josh Green to free up cap space?
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