Timberwolves Predicted to Part Ways with Former Sixth Man of the Year in Blockbuster Ja Morant Trade
In what could become one of the most explosive offseason trades in recent NBA history, league insiders are speculating that the Minnesota Timberwolves may part ways with former Sixth Man of the Year Malik Monk in a blockbuster trade to acquire Memphis Grizzlies superstar point guard Ja Morant.
While the deal is not yet finalized, NBA executives and analysts alike are buzzing about the potential fit and implications for both franchises. Minnesota, fresh off a deep playoff run, is reportedly looking to upgrade its backcourt with a true franchise-level point guard, and Morant â despite his off-court controversies and recent suspensions â remains one of the most electrifying talents in the league.
Monk, who earned the Sixth Man of the Year award for his dynamic scoring and clutch performances off the bench, would be a key asset going to Memphis. The Grizzlies, who endured a turbulent 2024-25 season without Morant for much of the year, are said to be looking to reset their roster around a more stable, team-oriented nucleus. Monk’s versatility, locker room presence, and elite bench production make him a valuable piece in that process.
Along with Monk, sources believe the Wolves would likely need to include additional assets such as multiple first-round picks and possibly a young player like Wendell Moore Jr. or Josh Minott to meet the Grizzliesâ asking price. For Memphis, this would signal a significant culture shift, moving away from the Morant era and focusing on depth, defense, and consistency.
For Minnesota, pairing Ja Morant with Anthony Edwards could create one of the most dynamic and athletic backcourts in the league. Morantâs elite playmaking and downhill attack would ease the burden on Edwards while giving the Timberwolves a legitimate superstar point guard for the first time in decades.
Of course, questions remain. Can Morant stay focused and avoid further off-court issues? Will Monk thrive in a new system as a starter or continue to excel in a sixth-man role? And is Minnesota risking too much by shaking up a roster that has finally found chemistry?
Still, if the trade goes through, it would shake the foundations of both franchises and the Western Conference at large. The NBA offseason just got a whole lot more interesting.
