Reports: Julius Randle traded to Nets on eve of draft
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Chicago Bulls are executing major roster changes following a three-team trade involving Julius Randle and Nic Claxton.
📍 Where it landed
Julius Randle was traded from the Timberwolves to the Nets in a salary dump move ahead of the NBA Draft. The transaction was part of a three-team trade that also sent Nic Claxton to the Chicago Bulls.
Following the trade, the Timberwolves reached an agreement with Ayo Dosunmu on a $112M deal.
Epilogue added 90d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Reports: Julius Randle traded to Nets on eve of draft NBA.com · 92d ago broke it first
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Julius Randle is being traded to the Brooklyn Nets by the Minnesota Timberwolves, while the Chicago Bulls have acquired center Nic Claxton. The moves occurred on the eve of the NBA draft.
Coverage from outlets including ESPN, NBA.com, and the Chicago Tribune highlights the scale of the multi-team transaction and its impact on team rosters. Reporting from Canis Hoopus and Yahoo Sports focuses on the salary implications for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Remaining details regarding the full structure of the three-team trade, including additional assets involved, have not yet been fully disclosed by all participating organizations. Future developments will likely be clarified during the upcoming NBA draft proceedings.
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Answered
Where is Julius Randle headed?
Julius Randle is being traded to the Brooklyn Nets.
Which team acquired Nic Claxton?
The Chicago Bulls have acquired Nic Claxton as part of a three-team trade.
What other roster move did the Minnesota Timberwolves make?
The Timberwolves have re-signed Ayo Dosunmu.
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