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Warriors and Timberwolves Complete Russell Trade
Deal Includes Future Draft Pick
Warriors and Nets Outline Sign-and-Trade
In a major NBA trade shakeup, the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a deal that sends D'Angelo Russell to the Timberwolves. The deal also includes the 2021 draft pick that the Wolves originally sent to the Warriors in the Russell trade last year. This draft pick is now a key asset for the Warriors.
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Warriors and Brooklyn Nets have also outlined a sign-and-trade deal. Russell, who averaged a career-high 23.6 points per game for the injury-ravaged Warriors last season, is expected to join the Nets in this deal.
Russell originally joined the Warriors in a sign-and-trade from the Nets in exchange for Kevin Durant last year. However, with the Warriors looking to rebuild their team around Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, they were willing to trade Russell for future assets.
The Timberwolves, meanwhile, are hoping that Russell can be a key piece in their young team. The 25-year-old guard is a talented scorer and playmaker who can help the Timberwolves improve their offense.
The Warriors, on the other hand, are getting a valuable draft pick in the deal. The 2021 draft class is considered to be one of the deepest in recent years, so the Warriors could potentially land a talented player with this pick.
Overall, this trade is a major shakeup for both the Warriors and Timberwolves. It remains to be seen how Russell will perform in Minnesota, but the deal could potentially have a significant impact on both teams.
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