The acquisition of forward Julius Randle hasn't gone according to plan for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Randle doesn't spread the floor like center Karl-Anthony Towns and hasn't been a good fit next to guard Anthony Edwards,

"Rival executives believe the Timberwolves will be seeking a Julius Randle trade before the deadline for a better on-court fit alongside Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert," Sidery reported Thursday. "Randle has a $30.9 million player option for next season many around the NBA are expecting him to pick up."

The Minnesota Timberwolves would probably love to get out from under Julius Randle's oppressive contract. These NBA teams might actually oblige.

How long will Julius Randle stay with the Minnesota Timberwolves? The three-time All-Star is averaging 18.9 points, 7.3 rebounds and 4.5 assists per

Minnesota Timberwolves veteran guard Mike Conley has seen it before. His team, still searching for their new identity in the aftermath of the Julius Randle - Karl-Anthony Towns trade, has stumbled through the first half of the season to the tune of a 23-21 start to the season.

In a proposed trade, Minnesota moves forward Julius Randle to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for R.J. Barrett and Davion Mitchell. While this trade works financially, realistically, the Wolves would have to add some future draft picks to make this transaction more enticing for the Raptors.

The NBA trade deadline is less than two weeks away and the Timberwolves face a massive decision: Keep Julius Randle or deal him. Why it matters: The clock will soon start ticking on the prime years of 23-year-old Anthony Edwards,

Many have blamed Julius Randle for the Minnesota Timberwolves' struggles this season. While he certainly hasn't helped, it's unfair to attribute all of their problems to him. He's not blameless, so his name is mentioned in trade scenarios.