The Minnesota Timberwolves have signed undrafted Duke forward Amile Jefferson to a one-year partially-guaranteed deal, according to Michael Scotto of Basketball Insiders.

This would allow Jefferson to battle for a roster spot during training camp, taking one of the four available spots that Tom Thibodeau planned on filling before the start of the preseason.

The 24-year-old was the frontcourt mate of Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum and Portland Trail Blazers center Harry Giles at Duke; a lanky, yet lengthy presence on the boards at 6-foot-9 and 224 pounds.

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Jefferson still has strides to make with his body composition to play at the next level, as he has been a reluctant outside shooter during his college career. He averaged 10.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game during his senior season.

Minnesota, like many other teams, is opting for young undrafted talent to fill their spots at a discount — thanks to the new two-way contract provision that would allow a player to develop in the G League while receiving an NBA salary when he is called up to play for the team.

Jefferson's athleticism is eye-catching and an asset that can be molded into an useful tool if he can hone his mid-range and free-throw shooting in the near future.