In this NBA mock trade, the Minnesota Timberwolves make a home-run swing trade with the New Orleans Pelicans for former No. 1 overall pick Zion Williamson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 30 points, Ty Jerome added 19 and Memphis built a 20-point lead in the second half and held on for a 137-128 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night.

Antetokounmpo is 31 years old and has been through his fair share of injuries in recent seasons. He is currently dealing with a calf injury that could keep him out for several more weeks. If the Wolves liquidate their depth, could they hold position in the top six of the standings while waiting for him to get healthy?

Minnesota Timberwolves' guard Anthony Edwards was named a Western Conference All-Star reserve on Sunday for the fourth straight season.

A post from @TheNBACentel claimed that the Grizzlies had agreed to trade two-time All-Star Ja Morant to the Minnesota Timberwolves for an undisclosed return. As of Tuesday afternoon, the post had been viewed more than 240,000 times, and it had received 3,600 likes.

The LA Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers have had discussions on a deal that would send James Harden to Cleveland for Darius Garland, league sources told The Athletic.The Cavaliers' interest in Harden,

Chris Finch blasts Timberwolves effort after Grizzlies loss despite big games from Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels as trade rumors swirl.