The San Antonio Spurs’ forward Keldon Johnson might get traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves this summer. The Spurs signed the generational talent Victor Wembanyama through the lottery system, and they would like to build a quality squad around him. They also have the option to exploit the lottery system again, just like this time, but it is very unlikely since that would risk having the services of Victor.
On the other hand, the Timberwolves are struggling, and the management is going to make some changes there as well. Their duo of Karl Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert did not work, and now one of the two players’ departure is imminent. Can the Timberwolves replace them with the Spurs’ 23-year-old forward this summer? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves involving Keldon Johnson.
What would the Timberwolves offer for Keldon Johnson?
The Timberwolves are expected to offer Karl Anthony Towns in exchange for Keldon Johnson, Devonte’ Graham, Cameron Payne and one first-round pick each from the year 2024 and 2025. They would be happy to trade Karl since they have waited long enough for him to perform, and things have not turned out the way they wanted them to be. They would like to get a good return value for him while they can.
Highest And-One Frequency%
1. Bennedict Mathurin—6.7%
2. Devin Booker—5.01%
3. Kawhi Leonard—5.0%
4. Keldon Johnson—4.8%
5. Kenyon Martin Jr—4.7%
6. DeAaron Fox—4.3%
7. SGA—4.2%
8. Paolo Banchero—3.6%
9. Harrison Barnes—3.31%
10. Cam Thomas—3.3%AND ONEEEEEE pic.twitter.com/HcRpHRklSg
— NBA University (@NBA_University) August 23, 2023
How did Keldon Johnson perform last season?
The Kentucky Wildcats product played 63 games for the Spurs last season and averaged 22 points per game. He charted 2.9 assists and 5 rebounds per game while shooting 32.9 percent 3-pointers and 45.2 percent from the field. He had the most points per game for the Spurs.
Most 10-point quarters for the Spurs this past season:
37 – Keldon Johnson
14 – Devin Vassell
7 – Jeremy Sochan, Malaki BranhamScoring in BUNCHES 🎯 pic.twitter.com/Rvr7xq4aGe
— Spurs_Muse (@spurs_muse) August 20, 2023
Why would the Timberwolves like to sign Keldon Johnson?
The Timberwolves get rid of that one player who has not worked for them and will get a good package in return. Keldon would be a great addition to the team, and his stats are enough for the Timberwolves to believe that.
Will the Timberwolves trade-off Karl, or are they going to wait for a while? How will the Spurs benefit from him? We’ll keep you updated.
