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Naz Reid is primed to play a bigger role than ever expected

Over the past several seasons, Naz Reid has been one of the NBA's best sixth men. Notably, Reid won the Sixth Man of the Year award in the 2023-24 season. Heading into the 2025-26 season, Reid will, in all likelihood, remain in this sixth-man role. Regardless, the Minnesota Timberwolves' big man could play an increased role and see a slight bump from his 27.5 minutes per game average last season.

Reid earned a five-year $125 million contract this summer. While Reid is one of the most impactful bench players, that's a lot of money to pay for a sixth man.