Mike Conley is one of the smartest and classiest athletes to ever wear a home uniform in Minnesota. He has been a major reason the Wolves have played in the past two Western Conference finals. In this series, he was a liability, unable to defend larger and more athletic players, and unproductive offensively.
Naz Reid can opt for free agency this summer and could command a massive contract. Reid was underwhelming against the Thunder.
Nickel Alexander-Walker is a free agent. He did not perform to expected levels in these playoffs.
Rudy Gobert was a non-factor in this series, and has two years remaining on his contract.
While Randle, Conley and Reid could all depart — or, in the case of Conley, have his role reduced — the Wolves have young players who could solve some of their current problems, and who probably wouldn’t have spent Wednesday night mired in self-pity.
Terrence Shannon Jr. is a powerhouse power forward. Jaylen Clark is an excellent defender who shot the ball well this season. Rob Dillingham is the point guard of the future, and if he can develop a reliable outside shot to pair with his slashing drives, he could energize the entire offense.