Wolves quietly checked in on Vezenkov before turning to Kuminga

Minnesota explored bringing Sasha Vezenkov back from Europe to the NBA, Marc Stein reports. No formal offer was ever made, and Vezenkov reportedly signaled he wasn't interested in returning. The Timberwolves then pivoted and signed Jonathan Kuminga instead.

+ 3 reports from 3 outlets

Sportando · 8 Sept 2026Vezenkov turned down Wolves interest before Kuminga trade

Hoops Rumors · 8 Sept 2026Minnesota weighed Vezenkov reunion before landing Kuminga instead

RealGM · 8 Sept 2026Wolves quietly checked in on Vezenkov before turning to Kuminga

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