What happened: The proposed return called for two players plus draft compensation. Talks ended without an agreement, and Brown later moved elsewhere.
Why it matters: The price required Minnesota to sacrifice rotation depth and future assets. The club instead pursued separate roster moves ahead of 2026-27.
By the numbers: Brown averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists across 71 games in 2025-26.
What to watch: Minnesota’s revised rotation around Edwards will come into focus during training camp.