What happened: The Minnesota Timberwolves announced the return of Enrique Freeman, bringing the forward back for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The move keeps Freeman in Minnesota on a two-way arrangement for a second straight campaign.

Why it matters: Retaining Freeman preserves organizational depth and continuity as Minnesota shapes its roster for 2026-27, formalizing the two-way agreement reported a day earlier. Two-way contracts let the team keep developing a known player while preserving flexibility on the standard 15-man roster.

What to watch: Watch how Minnesota fills its remaining two-way and standard roster spots as it rounds out the squad ahead of training camp for the 2026-27 season.