The San Antonio Spurs traded the draft rights to Rob Dillingham, their eighth overall pick, to the Minnesota Timberwolves for future picks in 2030 and 2031. This move has sparked mixed reactions, but with Dillingham only playing limited minutes for Minnesota, the Spurs’ decision appears to have worked in their favor. Minnesota, currently 6-3, is looking strong but may need future roster adjustments as veteran guard Mike Conley approaches the end of his career. This could open trade options between the Spurs and Timberwolves.
In the 2023 NBA Draft, the Spurs selected Leonard Miller 33rd overall before trading him to the Timberwolves for future second-round picks. After a quiet 2022-23 season, Miller has shown tremendous growth in the G League, averaging 23 points and a double-double to start the 2023-24 season. His strong performance is making the Spurs’ decision look more significant as he continues to develop.
Leonard Miller, currently low on Minnesota’s depth chart, has shown potential, especially in the G League. Given Mike Conley’s slow start, the Timberwolves might consider trading Miller to the Spurs for Malaki Branham, potentially adding a young guard to Minnesota’s roster while allowing San Antonio to bolster its developing core.
Leonard Miller, currently buried on the Timberwolves’ depth chart behind players like Julius Randle and Naz Reid, has been performing well in the G League. With Mike Conley’s slow start to the season, Minnesota could consider trading Miller to the Spurs in exchange for Malaki Branham. This potential trade would add a young, promising guard to Minnesota’s roster while allowing San Antonio to further build its young core.
