The Timberwolves are giving themselves a few different paths as camp approaches, and two frontcourt names now sit in the mix for one of the open roster battles.
Minnesota has agreed to a deal with forward Drew Timme, league sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto also reported that both Timme and KJ Martin will be competing for a roster spot in camp.
The Wolves already have 13 players on guaranteed standard contracts, plus veteran forward Trey Lyles on a partially guaranteed minimum-salary deal. They also have enough space beneath their second-apron hard cap to start the season with a full 15-man standard roster if they choose.
Martin brings five years of NBA experience from 2020-25, along with career averages of 8.6 points and 4.0 rebounds on .545/.329/.673 shooting across 309 games. He has made 77 starts and averaged 21.6 minutes per contest. Known for his athleticism, the former second-round pick spent last season in China and is looking to get back into the NBA with Minnesota.
Timme, a former Gonzaga standout, has two years of NBA experience after stints with the Nets in 2024/25 and the Lakers in ’25/26. The 26-year-old had a limited role with Los Angeles last season on a two-way contract, putting up 3.4 points and 1.2 rebounds in 27 appearances while averaging 8.7 minutes.
Martin is not eligible for a two-way deal anymore because he has five years of experience. Timme and Omier still are.
Omier, the first Nicaragua-born player in NBA history, finished 2025/26 with the Clippers after signing a two-way contract in February. He produced strong numbers in the G League last season with the Cleveland Charge and San Diego Clippers and was named to the NBAGL’s All-Rookie team.
Minnesota’s three two-way spots are currently held by Rocco Zikarsky, Zyon Pullin and Enrique Freeman, though those deals are non-guaranteed and do not count against the salary cap.
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