The Minnesota Timberwolves signed CJ Elleby and Luka Garza to the roster on Tuesday. CJ played in Portland and was able to showcase some talent with extended minutes. Down the stretch of the NBA season last year CJ stepped up big time for the Trail Blazers and was able to display his raw talent. CJ started 28 of the last 30 games for Portland and made the best of the situation that was in front of him. One thing about CJ he has a smooth jumper and he can definitely slash to the basket.
Elleby can be a great addition to this team as they’re looking to build some depth around the Big 4 (Towns, Gobert, Russell, Edwards) that Minnesota has now established. Elleby just needs the opportunity and Minnesota can be that spot that brings out the best in his abilities. During the 2021-2022 season, CJ Elleby scored his career-high 17 points against the New Orleans Pelicans. That was a prime example of how things can be with the Timberwolves when given the chance to play with extended minutes.
Luka Garza has been impactful since stepping foot in the NBA. He finally has a chance to play for a Minnesota team that can utilize his talents. This is a perfect fit for Luka to get a chance to help this Timberwolves frontcourt, especially with the second unit. Last season Luka Garza played for the Motor City Cruise last season and averaged 20.6 PPG and 9.5 REB. Luka Garza’s career high in points is 20 and he had that three times in his career.
Garza showed a lot of promise in his rookie year and he made his name in the NBA Summer League where he looked unstoppable. Now Luka will need to make that same impact in the NBA season with Minnesota. The Timberwolves will give Luka a chance to help bolster the bench and he can dominate on the boards. This was a great signing and the Timberwolves giving Garza an opportunity to showcase his talent is all that he needs to make the final roster after training camp.
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