Timberwolves send Mike Conley to Bulls to free up roster spot, money as trade deadline nears

TORONTO — A little more than 48 hours out from the NBA’s trade deadline, the Timberwolves made their first move in what could be a blockbuster deadline for the organization. This deal might leave fans shaking their heads,

NBA trade grades: Pistons part with Jaden Ivey; Wolves save money, add flexibility

East-leading Detroit has needed more shooting. It may find some with Kevin Huerter. And the Bulls are revamping their backcourt.

Bulls, Wolves, Pistons' Updated Salary Caps, Rosters, Draft Picks After Reported 3-Team Conley Trade

ESPN's Bobby Marks noted that Minnesota is now under the first apron and had its luxury tax drop from $24 million to $3.8 million. He also explained the salary cap impact of the players involved in the deal:

Report: Three-team deal could send Mike Conley from Wolves to Chicago

Just in: Chicago, Minnesota and Detroit have agreed to a multi-team deal that sends Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley Jr. to the Bulls and Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric to the Pistons, sources tell ESPN. Detroit also receives a 2026 first-round protected swap from Minnesota. pic.twitter.com/pgxqr1WT90

Kevin Huerter heads to East-leading Pistons in 4-player, 3-team deal

The Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons got deeper by acquiring Kevin Huerter from the Chicago Bulls as the centerpiece of a four-player, three-team deal