1st overall pick of the 2015 NBA draft, Karl Anthony-Towns is one of the best young big men in the league. The All-star averaged 21.3 points, 12.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game last season. Without a doubt, he is an important piece of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ future.
Moreover, in the midst of drama and rumors surrounding Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler, Tom Thibodeau has remained positive on how they will deal with Towns.
According to an article by Jezzy Zgoda of The Star Tribune:
Thibodeau said he’s “very optimistic” the Wolves will sign Towns to a contract extension before the regular season starts. They have until October’s end to sign him to an extension that could be worth $187 million. If they don’t sign him by then, he’ll become a restricted free agent this summer.
The Wolves signed Wiggins to a max extension last October not long before the season opener.
“We know how important Karl is to the future of the organization,” Thibodeau said.
That is great news for Towns as he can be given a contract extension that could be around $187 million.
In relation, the Timberwolves' wing and fellow 1st overall pick, Andrew Wiggins cashed in on a max extension last year, which would give little to no doubt that Towns is in for a hefty payday this upcoming season.
Although the drama in the North Star State is quite troubling as of late, bringing the band back together for another run is an immediate concern for the organization.
If the on-court chemistry between the seasoned veterans and the young studs get better this season, another playoff appearance will definitely come to fruition. Only time will tell how deep they will go this time.
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