In the NBA, preparations for the new 2025/26 season are already taking shape. In Minnesota Timberwolves, crucial news has arrived to face a new battle towards the Finals. Their President of Basketball Operations, Tim Connelly, has extended his contract for 2 more years.
The decision, confirmed by sources close to the league, ends weeks of speculation about Tim Connelly's future, whose agreement included a release clause this summer that would have allowed him to explore other opportunities in the NBA market. Rather than severing ties or renegotiating from scratch, the executive has chosen to complete the initially signed cycle with Minnesota.
Connelly's original contract already allowed for an exit in the summer of 2024, but he decided to postpone that option at that time. The uncertainty surrounding the franchise— with the ownership transition from Glen Taylor to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez— warranted waiting before making a final decision. Now, with the more established new power structure, Connelly has chosen to continue leading the project.
However, his name did not go unnoticed in the NBA. According to various sources, at least four teams approached Connelly in recent weeks to see if he would be willing to leave Minneapolis.

Connelly's Impact in Minnesota
In recent years, Minnesota Timberwolves has solidified its position as a title contender. In fact, in 2024 and 2025, they made it to the Western Conference Finals. Unfortunately, on both occasions, they fell just short of the NBA Finals.
Connelly's continuity comes at a time when the Wolves seek to confirm that their championship window is open. With Anthony Edwards as the standout star, the possibilities will remain high.
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