Tim Connelly is a fantastic executive, one of the best in the NBA. I want to make that clear. Between his bold yet crafty trades and drafting the biggest steal of all-time (Nikola Jokic) when he was in Denver, Connelly's track record is undeniable. However, with trading up for Rob Dillingham in 2024 and drafting Joan Beringer in 2025, Connelly's draft strategy is suddenly under question.
Let me be clear, Beringer could very well be the Minnesota Timberwolves center of the future, and it's far too early to make any definitive statements about a 19-year-old who has yet to play meaningful NBA minutes.