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Timberwolves watch first round of NBA draft go by without a pick after Julius Randle trade

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the 2026 NBA Draft without a first-round selection following a trade for Julius Randle. They used the 33rd overall pick, acquired from the Brooklyn Nets, to select Duke prospect Isaiah Evans. The team also signed Ayo Dosunmu during the draft week.

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The Timberwolves completed the draft by selecting Isaiah Evans with the 33rd pick after having no first-round selections.

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  1. Timberwolves Select Isaiah Evans in Second Round After Trading First-Round Pick

    The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the 2026 NBA Draft without a first-round selection following a trade for Julius Randle. They used the 33rd overall pick, acquired from the Brooklyn Nets, to select Duke prospect Isaiah Evans. The team also signed Ayo Dosunmu during the draft week.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Minnesota Timberwolves traded their No. 28 pick to the Brooklyn Nets.
    • The Timberwolves acquired the 33rd overall pick from the Brooklyn Nets as part of a trade involving Julius Randle.
    • Minnesota selected Duke player Isaiah Evans with the 33rd overall pick.
    • The Timberwolves had no first-round draft picks following a trade that sent Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets.
    • The Timberwolves signed Ayo Dosunmu.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Isaiah Evans lacks the secondary skills required for a first-round pick.
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