The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to bring back veteran guard Mike Conley Jr. after a turbulent stretch that saw him traded twice and waived, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The report, shared Friday, states that the sides are working on the timing of a new deal after the point guard cleared waivers.
Conley’s path back to Minnesota followed a series of rapid transactions that reshaped the team’s backcourt depth. He was first moved to the Chicago Bulls on February 3 as part of a three-team deal involving Detroit before being sent to the Charlotte Hornets a day later alongside Coby White.
Charlotte waived the 38-year-old on February 5, opening the door for a reunion with the Western Conference contender. The decision signals Minnesota’s continued interest in stabilizing its guard rotation with a veteran who understands the system and pace the club wants to play.
Minnesota also added Ayo Dosunmu at the deadline, acquiring the guard from Chicago in exchange for Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller and four second-round picks.
The potential return of Conley provides a different element, as his value comes from ball security and half-court organization rather than scoring volume. In 44 games this season, the longtime floor general averaged 4.4 points and 2.9 assists in limited minutes while maintaining a low turnover rate.
Anthony Edwards continues to anchor the offense with 29.7 points per game, while Julius Randle’s 22.1 points and 5.4 assists add another layer of playmaking from the frontcourt.
The Wolves enter the second half of the season at 32-20, sixth in the Western Conference, keeping them firmly in the playoff race behind teams like Oklahoma City and San Antonio.
