Minnesota Timberwolves Center Naz Reid is expected to opt out of his contract. Reid, 25, is set to enter NBA free agency. He reportedly declined the Timberwolves’ $15 million contract option. Read on for the latest on Reid’s shocking move.
Minnesota Timberwolves: Naz Reid Opts Out
The Minnesota Timberwolves arguably got a steal when Reid signed a three-year, $41.96 million contract with the team after going undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft out of LSU. Reid spent all six of his NBA seasons with the Timberwolves. He averaged 14.2 points, 6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game in the 2024-25 NBA regular season, and 10.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game in the 2025 NBA Postseason.
However, Reid is expected to out of the Timberwolves’ contract option and is set to enter the free agency. He played a key role off the bench during the Timberwolves’ run to the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals after earning the 2024 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award.
Timberwolves: Reid’s Next Steps
The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to face fierce competition for Reid’s services in free agency. The Timberwolves are likely aware that Reid’s services were a bargain that were tough to maintain as multiple teams in the market for a high-level offensive big man like Reid.
The Timberwolves were unlikely to keep both Reid and Julius Randle, so the Timberwolves seem to part ways with Reid, who could be the odd man out. It’s unclear if Reid has a preferred team, but the Los Angeles Lakers, Detroit Pistons, and San Antonio Spurs are the top destinations as all three teams are in need of a reliable big man, whether as a starter or a backup.
Final Thoughts
Reid helped the Minnesota Timberwolves in recent games, but his time in Minneapolis seems to be coming to an end. Reid’s journey from an undrafted prospect to a playoff game-changer has inspired many people in the NBA world.
Reid proved his value to the Timberwolves this season on a return trip to the NBA Western Conference Finals. Reid’s opting out of the Timberwolves’ contract option signals his desire to sign with another team. His continuous improvement has made him a rare big man. He can potentially make over $15 million a year.
