The Minnesota Timberwolves haven’t been as good as last year, but the 2025 season hasn’t been a total disaster for them. At the very least, the Timberwolves will be in the Play-In Tournament.
It’s not the best outcome they could have hoped for, but Minnesota isn’t too far from a title. All the team needs is another star to pair next to Anthony Edwards. FanSided’s Ismail Sy explained why Minnesota should target Zion Williamson this offseason.
“Edwards sorely needs a co-star, though, and Williamson fits that bill. His ability to dominate the paint and slash towards the rim is what the Wolves need offensively. Williamson is also growing as a playmaker, and head coach Chris Finch has shown that he can be creative offensively, given how he is deploying Randle currently,” Sy wrote.
How a trade would work between the two sides wasn’t specified, but the Timberwolves have the contracts to match for Williamson. Julius Randle’s expiring contract could be used in a trade if he opts in for the 2026 season, which is likely in his case due to the lack of available cap room this offseason.
Williamson’s talent is undeniable, but the problem is that his impact on the court is mostly hypothetical. Since entering the NBA in 2019, Williamson has struggled to stay healthy. During the 2025 season, he appeared in only 30 games.
For that same reason, he might not cost a lot to acquire. He’s played in New Orleans for enough time that the Pelicans might not want to roll the dice with his health again. Plus, he would be the No. 2 next to Edwards in Minnesota. Less pressure might keep him on the court and, thus, help him reach his potential.
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