He's the type of big-bodied shooter who could firm up the Wolves' depth regardless of what happens with Naz Reid 's free agency. The first pick of Round 2 is particularly valuable in this two-day draft era because of teams wanting to trade up, but it might make sense to simply take the best player available.

Full list of Minnesota Timberwolves 2025 NBA Draft picks, including acquired selections, trade details and prospects to watch entering draft week.

With Wednesday night's first round of the NBA Draft completed, the Minnesota Timberwolves will look to add more future talent in Thursday's second round. Their No. 17 pick resulted in Joan Beringer, a French center who could develop as Rudy Gobert's eventual replacement,