Shabazz Muhammad's back-and-forth with the Minnesota Timberwolves finally came to a close on Tuesday, when both sides agreed to a one-year, $1.6 million veteran's minimum deal to bring him back for the 2017-18 season.
Minny I’m backkkk!!! Let’s make this playoff run!! 😝 #TWolves pic.twitter.com/KVsCbHRrRe
— shabazzmuhammad.eth (@ShabazzMuhammad) September 12, 2017
According to Jon Krawczynski of The Associated Press, Muhammad turned down more lucrative contracts to be able to return to the Twin Cities and be part of a playoff run. The Timberwolves properly rewarded him with a trade kicker to ensure his wish would be honored.
The 6-foot-6 spark plug was reportedly being eyed by his hometown team Los Angeles Lakers and others looking for a scorer off the bench before ultimately settling down in Minnesota, where he's played the first four seasons of his NBA career.
Muhammad's addition will bring a lefty and righty punch off the Timberwolves' bench alongside three-time Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford, giving the team a big chance to keep up with what's likely to be a high-scoring starting core.
By signing him, Minnesota has been able to keep his bird rights, which will allow the team to ink him to a long-term deal in the next offseason, though they might have to go over the cap to do so.
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