Nickeil Alexander-Walker (unrestricted), Randle (player option) and Naz Reid (player option) all have opportunities to seek out greener pastures should they choose. And as Krawczynski noted, "it seems likely that the most realistic path forward is for the Wolves to retain two of those three players."

For all the strides the Timberwolves have made since they drafted Anthony Edwards, a noticeable gap remains between them and an NBA title.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have made an impressive playoff run to the Western Conference Finals for the second straight year. While they are still alive as of this writing and are currently in the middle of facing elimination in Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, it's clear they're missing a piece.