Naz Reid to sign five-year, $125 million extension with T-Wolves

Naz Reid of the Minnesota Timberwolves is staying put. He’s signing a five-year, $125 million extension with the Timberwolves.

Just in: Minnesota Timberwolves' Naz Reid intends to sign a new five-year, $125 million contract to stay with the franchise, including a player option, sources tell ESPN. Critical agreement between the Wolves and Reid's agents, Sean Kennedy and Jeff Schwartz of Excel Sports. pic.twitter.com/FF9MjGvwb9

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Reid looked to be a top free agent for this summer, but that has now changed. Minnesota is where Reid wants to stay.

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Reid has become the anchor of the Timberwolves team. His intensity on the boards and the way he fits in with the Minnesota offense makes him a valuable piece.

Reid averaged 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game last season for the Timberwolves. In the 2023-24 season, Reid won the Sixth Man of the Year Award.

Once Reid won the award, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch had this to say about the power forward:

“We couldn’t be more proud of Naz for being named Sixth Man of the Year,” Finch said. “His contributions to our team this year were a key reason for our team’s success.

“His growth this season and attention to detail to improve his game in the offseason were a main factor in Naz becoming the best reserve man in the NBA. On behalf of the entire organization, we congratulate him on this huge honor.”

Reid deciding to stay is a big boost for the Timberwolves. They appear to be one piece away from being a championship contender. Without Reid, their chances of winning is far less.

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