Though the Wolves lost KAT, they got Randle in return. Moreover, they already had a proven backup bigman in Naz Reid. And the addition of DiVincenzo gives Reid some help on the floor as well when the starters are on the bench. Mitchell also pointed out how this trade gives the Wolves much-needed breathing room in terms of cap space as well.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick.

The Timberwolves shook up the NBA landscape Friday with the news that the team agreed to deal Towns to the New York Knicks. In exchange, Minnesota is slated to receive a package that includes Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick.