Wolves reportedly among 5 teams with 'confirmed interest' in Bradley Beal

As the NBA anticipates Bradley Beal's likely contract buyout by the Phoenix Suns, the Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly among the teams interested in signing him once he becomes a free agent. NBA insider Marc Stein identified the Timberwolves as one of five teams with "confirmed interest," joining the Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, and Milwaukee Bucks. Stein noted the Clippers are widely seen as a particularly strong contender for the 33-year-old former All-Star, adding the Warriors to his previously mentioned list of "confirmed suitors."

The Suns are expected to buy out Beal, who still has two years and nearly $111 million remaining on his contract. Questions arise about how Beal would fit with the Timberwolves, both financially and on the basketball court. If bought out, he might accept a lower contract knowing the Suns still owe him money. On-court, his fit alongside Anthony Edwards, who plays the same position, is uncertain; he could potentially provide scoring off the bench, replacing players like Nickeil Alexander-Walker, though Minnesota already has depth in that role with Donte DiVincenzo and Terrence Shannon Jr.

Despite these questions, Stein's report highlights the Timberwolves' alleged interest in Beal as noteworthy.