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Nov 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots the ball and a foul is called on Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Report: Julius Randle remains on Miami Heat's radar

While local insiders in Minnesota aren't hearing any trade buzz about Julius Randle, the view from New York appears to be a bit different.

Nov 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots the ball and a foul is called on Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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Report: Julius Randle remains on Miami Heat's radar

While local insiders in Minnesota aren't hearing any trade buzz about Julius Randle, the view from New York appears to be a bit different.

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Jan 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Minnesota sports insider 'not hearing any sort of buzz' on Julius Randle

At this point, it should come as no surprise that there aren't many Timberwolves trade rumors.

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler walks off the court after greeting court-side friends following the victory over the San Antonio Spurs at Kaseya Center in Miami on Jan. 19, 2025.

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Report: Former Wolves forward Jimmy Butler suspended indefinitely by Heat

Butler reportedly walked out of their shootaround Monday morning after being informed he would no longer start.

Nov 13, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle (30) collides with Portland Trail Blazers small forward Jerami Grant (9, right) during the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

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Jerami Grant for Julius Randle might be the worst trade idea yet

Of all the trade ideas to be floated on the web over the past couple months, the one Monday from ESPN's Kevin Pelton that suggests Minnesota might be a good fit for Portland's Jerami Grant might take the cake as the worst.

Jan 17, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) looks over to the New York Knicks bench in the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Insider: Two things ‘complicating’ potential Julius Randle trade

The NBA trade deadline is less than two weeks away.

Jan 4, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) dribbles on Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena.

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Bill Simmons' trade idea moves Julius Randle, Khris Middleton, Tobias Harris

Simmons proposed a three-team mock trade that rotates a few highly-paid veterans.

Jan 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) and Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) look for the loose ball during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Report: League execs believe Wolves will try to trade Julius Randle

Last week, the most respected Minnesota Timberwolves insider on the planet, Jon Krawcyznski, said it's unlikely that Minnesota will trade veteran forward Julius Randle. But Krawczynski acknowledged things can change, and they very well could be changing.

Jan 29, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) is fouled by Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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4-team trade idea involving Jimmy Butler, Bradley Beal, Julius Randle, more

Somebody ping Tim Connelly and Pat Riley and get this conversation started, because we may have solved the riddle of getting Jimmy Butler to Phoenix.

Jan 19, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) walks off the court after greeting court-side friends following the victory over the San Antonio Spurs at Kaseya Center.

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Report: Wolves among teams willing to help facilitate Jimmy Butler trade

But Minnesota apparently isn't interested in reuniting with Butler, who wants out of Miami.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle dribbles the ball past Golden State Warriors forward Trayce Jackson-Davis in the first half at Target Center in Minneapolis on Jan. 15, 2025.

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Julius Randle criticized for leaving court before final buzzer against Warriors

Randle can be seen on ESPN's cameras making his way to the locker room before a review of the final play.

Jan 6, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) works around Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum (33) in the second quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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Julius Randle trade ideas with 5 teams in the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes

Want to trade Julius Randle? Target the worst teams in the league who are in a race for Duke phenom Cooper Flagg.

Jan 15, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) dribbles the ball against the Golden State Warriors at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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Timberwolves insider on possible Julius Randle trade: 'I do think it's unlikely'

When it comes to inside information about the Minnesota Timberwolves, there's no one more reliable than longtime beat reporter Jon Krawczynski — and he doesn't think a Julius Randle trade is on the minds of Minnesota's decision-makers.

Dec 19, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Knicks forward Karl-Anthony Towns (32) watches a tribute to him played by his former team, the Minnesota Timberwolves, before the game at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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Karl-Anthony Towns and his father were 'near tears' after Knicks-Timberwolves trade

Towns and his family always dreamed about playing in New York.

Nov 6, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) goes to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) and forward Kyle Anderson (5) in overtime at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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What to make of the fake trade idea involving the Wolves, Celtics, Bulls

Julius Randle would wind up in Chicago and Kristaps Porzingis would come to Minnesota in this fake blockbuster.

Feb 2, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) in the first quarter at Target Center.

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Shams: Magic star Paolo Banchero probably not playing against Wolves

Banchero is set to return this week, but it sounds like it won't be on Thursday.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle works around Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum in the second quarter at Target Center in Minneapolis on Jan. 6, 2025.

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What are the chances Timberwolves make a deal at the trade deadline?

The second-apron restrictions severely limit anything Minnesota can do.

Nov 20, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau with center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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KAT-Tom Thibodeau relationship has 'grown' in New York since time with Wolves

Towns and Thibodeau are different people since their time in Minnesota.

Oct 13, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Lonnie Walker IV (12) controls the ball while Toronto Raptors guard Davion Mitchell (45) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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Timberwolves are potential suitors for a former first-round guard

Could Minnesota look to add a free agent guard midway through the season?

Oct 17, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) looks to pass as Minnesota Timberwolves guard PJ Dozier (35) defends him in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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Timberwolves waive veteran guard P.J. Dozier

Dozier played in only nine games this season.

Dec 21, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch looks on against the Golden State Warriors in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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‘Everything’s on the table’: Wolves considering lineup changes

The Timberwolves are still looking for their identity.

Dec 2, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots against the Los Angeles Lakers in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

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Trade idea sending Julius Randle to Houston is mocked by Rockets analyst

Some of the wackest ideas known to man can be found via Bleacher Report's fake trade stories, and while the idea itself isn't worth your time, the reaction from our friends over at Houston Rockets On SI deserves a mention.

Dec 6, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) reacts after being called for a foul against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (not pictured) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

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Dealing will be difficult but Wolves are reportedly a 'potential player' ahead of NBA trade deadline

The rumor mill is running already.

Dec 5, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) reacts to making a three point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Report: Wolves had a 'level of interest' in Brandon Ingram before Knicks deal

Minnesota did its due diligence before trading Karl-Anthony Towns to New York.

Nov 29, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) runs up court during the second half of an NBA Cup game against the LA Clippers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Skip Bayless says Timberwolves 'will find itself, contend' after ending losing streak

Bayless still views the Timberwolves as a contender in the Western Conference.

Nov 19, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Julius Randle and a first-round pick to the Nets could solve Wolves' problems

What if the Timberwolves could solve two problems with one trade? However unlikely it may be, the Brooklyn Nets have two players — both believed to be available — in forward Cam Johnson and point guard Dennis Schroder.