Despite having a generational talent in Anthony Edwards, they lost two straight conference finals — to the Mavericks and then the Thunder — before getting bounced in the second round of the 2026 playoffs. They responded immediately this summer, trading for All-Star guard LaMelo Ball. But after trading away both Julius Randle and Naz Reid, there's still some concern over their lack of frontcourt depth.
That's led all eyes to a potential reunion with one former franchise icon: Kevin Love. According to The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski, there's mutual interest between Love and the Timberwolves in making it happen. "If you do look at one thing the Wolves could use, it is another veteran presence who can play some, which Kevin Love can do.
But also who is just that guy in the locker room who knows how to communicate with the coaches, who knows how to communicate with the players, who can just be a real help on that end of things ... And from what I understand, Kevin Love is open to coming back to Minnesota. I do think that the Wolves have some interest in bringing him back as well." More news: Pablo Torre Debunks Claim Kawhi Leonard Didn’t Know of Clippers’ Scheme More news: Rockets Sign Budding Star to $208 Million Contract Extension Love began his NBA career with Minnesota, getting selected fifth overall by the franchise back in 2008.
He spent the first six seasons of his career there before teaming up with LeBron James and Kyrie Irving in Cleveland, followed by brief stints in Miami and Utah. True NBA fans won't forget what he did with the Timberwolves, though. During his time in Minnesota, the team never made the playoffs, but it wasn't for lack of trying on Love's part.
It was during those years that he cemented himself as one of the best stretch bigs in the league — the very trait that drew Cleveland's attention and helped the Cavaliers win a title. Over his six seasons with the Wolves, Love averaged 19.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, shooting 45% from the field and 36% from 3-point range. He earned three All-Star nods, two second-team All-NBA honors, and won the NBA's Most Improved Player of the Year award in 2011 after averaging 20.2 points and a league-leading 15.2 rebounds per game.
He later won his first NBA title with the Cavaliers in 2016 before taking on smaller roles with the Heat and Jazz. Last season in Utah, he appeared in 37 games (five starts), averaging 6.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game while shooting 37.3% from deep. At 37 years old, Love might not be the player he once was in Minnesota, but he brings valuable championship experience to a franchise still searching for its first title.
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