In the NBA league this season, the Timberwolves have attracted a lot of attention with their amazing performances. Not only did they hold the top spot in the Western Conference, but they also showed unprecedented energy and dominance in the team's overall performance. When we dig deeper into the factors behind the team's success, in addition to the standout performances of star players, the contribution of one veteran player cannot be overlooked: veteran point guard Michael Conley, who played for the Memphis Grizzlies.
As a veteran player, Conley's experience and command on the field speak for themselves. This season, he has shown excellent playmaking and solid three-point shooting ability, providing solid backcourt support for the team. Despite being over 36 years old, Conley still performs at a high level. He can contribute an average of 106 points, 29 rebounds, 64 assists and 1 steal, and only 1 turnover1 time, showing his excellent consistency on the ball. In particular, Conley has shot 44 from three-point range this season2%, giving the team strong firepower support at critical moments.
According to official NBA statistics, the team's net efficiency increased by 4 percent when Conley was on the floor8, second only to the team's two top stars, Edwards and Gobert, who has an impact on the team even more than Downs in comparison. These numbers speak volumes about Conley's irreplaceability in the team, and his presence has brought greater overall efficiency and consistency to the team.
At the end of the season, Conley will be a free agent, attracting the attention of many teams. However, according to well-known journalist Woj, the Timberwolves and Conley have reached an early contract extension, and the two sides will continue to work together. The new contract is two years and $21 million, and although the salary has decreased from this season, Conley's attitude shows that his desire to stay with the Timberwolves is very strong.
Conley's retention means that the Timberwolves' core roster will be maintained for years to come, which is critical to the team's stability and development. In addition to Edwards' continued growth, young players such as Madan and Reed also have great potential to tap. With the continuous improvement of the team's overall combat strength, the Timberwolves are expected to become a super team in the NBA league.
In addition, from the perspective of salary structure, the Timberwolves have also become a team with a superstar roster. With the significant salaries of many players next season, such as Downs, Edwards, etc., the strength and attractiveness of the team will be further enhanced, laying a solid foundation for future competitions.
To sum up, Conley's addition not only strengthens the Timberwolves' backcourt playmaking ability, but also injects new impetus into the team's stability and development. His retention will help the team achieve even more in the future, which is what the fans are looking forward to. Under Conley's leadership, let's look forward to the Timberwolves continuing to write brilliant games in the future!