Timberwolves Re-Sign Conley, Waive Juzang Before Deadline

The Minnesota Timberwolves have brought back veteran point guard Mike Conley on a minimum contract, just two weeks after trading him away in a salary maneuver, while also waiving guard Johnny Juzang to manage their roster ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

Conley, now in his 19th NBA season, was initially dealt from Minnesota to the Chicago Bulls on February 3 as part of a three-team transaction aimed at shedding salary. The Bulls then packaged him with guard Coby White in a swap with the Charlotte Hornets for Collin Sexton the following day. The Hornets waived Conley shortly after, clearing the path for his return to the Timberwolves. The move allowed Minnesota to reduce its luxury tax obligations below the league's first apron threshold, providing salary cap flexibility to acquire guard Ayo Dosunmu from the Bulls in a separate deal.

Despite career-low production and limited playing time this season, Conley's leadership and experience remain highly valued by the team. He has won the NBA Sportsmanship Award four times and was named Teammate of the Year twice. Officials with the Timberwolves have emphasized his role in fostering team chemistry as they push for a deep playoff run....