Tim Connelly joins Timberwolves: 'It was a unique opportunity'

Tim Connelly held a Timberwolves jersey after a news conference with owners Alex Rodriguez, Marc Lore and Glen Taylor.Tim Connelly officially joined the Timberwolves as president of basketball operations on Tuesday, saying "There's a real sense here this team can do something special, and I hope to be a small part of it."

Connelly was hired away from Denver, where he had the same job. He praised the Wolves organization and coach Chris Finch as he participated in a press conference with team owners Glen Taylor, Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez.

The 45-year-old was with the Nuggets for nine seasons, and made the jump to Minnesota for a contract that is for five years and $40 million, along with an…