Julius Randle and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a new three-year contract worth $100 million, securing the three-time All-Star’s future in Minneapolis through the 2027-28 NBA season. The deal, finalized on June 29, 2025, includes a player option for the third and final year, giving Randle flexibility as he approaches his mid-30s.
Key Details of Julius Randle’s Contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves
– Length: 3 years
– Total Value: $100 million
– Player Option: Third year (2027-28 season)
– Start: 2025-26 NBA season
– Status: Finalized on the last day Julius Randle could opt in or out of his previous contract’s final year.
Background: Julius Randle’s Trade and First Year in Minnesota
Julius Randle arrived in Minnesota in a blockbuster trade just before the 2024-25 season, with the Timberwolves sending franchise cornerstone to the New York Knicks. The move was surprising for both fan bases and required significant adjustment for Randle, who had spent five years with the Knicks and earned two All-NBA selections during that tenure.
His first season with started slowly as he adapted to a new system and teammates, but he found his stride after returning from an adductor strain in March. Over the final two months of the regular season, Randle averaged 18.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game, shooting an efficient 52.3% from the field and 39.8% from three-point range. He continued this strong play into the postseason, helping Minnesota reach its second consecutive Western Conference Finals.
Julius Randle’s Impact on the Timberwolves
Randle’s extension comes as the Timberwolves have also locked in key sixth man Naz Reid on a five-year, $125 million deal, ensuring continuity for a core that has become a Western Conference contender. With Randle, Rudy Gobert, and Reid all under contract, Minnesota’s starting lineup remains intact for another run at the NBA Finals.
The trade for Randle was motivated in part by financial considerations, as the Timberwolves sought to move on from Towns’ massive contract and gain greater roster flexibility.
Randle’s Career at a Glance
– All-Star Appearances: 3
– All-NBA Selections: 2 (with the Knicks)
– 2022-23 Season (career-best): 25.1 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 4.1 APG
What This Means for Julius Randle and the Wolves