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.

Edwards has guided the Timberwolves to two consecutive Western Conference Finals berths for the first time in franchise history. Now, Edwards has drawn a heady, Hall of Fame comparison from his most senior Timberwolves teammate.