Center Naz Reid is expected to factor into the Minnesota Timberwolves’ long-term plans.
Reid intends to sign a new five-year deal worth $125 million and features a player option, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
The 6-foot-9 center had another strong season coming off the bench as the primary backup behind Rudy Gobert. Reid also provides some versatility on the roster with the ability to play as a power forward.
Reid’s new extension will closely align with Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, who is under contract until the conclusion of the 2028-29 season.
Reid averaged a career-high 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 80 games, with 17 starts, shooting 38.9 percent from 3-point range this past season. He has averaged 11.6 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists through the first six years of his career.
Naz Reid’s contract history
Reid has been one of the best values in the NBA, finding an important role after going undrafted in 2019 following one season at LSU.
He has become a fan favorite and a primary option off the bench or a spot start when matchups dictate it.
Reid initially signed a two-way contract with the Timberwolves on July 5, 2019, as an undrafted free agent from LSU. His contract was converted from a two-way deal to a regular contract 13 days later. He had previously signed a contract extension in June 2023.
The 25-year-old signed a three-year, $41.9 million contract in 2023, and it immediately paid dividends as he won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award the following year.
He had one year left on that previous contract worth $15 million for the 2025-26 season.
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