Jaden McDaniels will remain with the Minnesota Timberwolves after agreeing to a one-year contract extension on Monday, just two days before they face the Miami Heat for their season opener.
McDaniels has been a key member of the Timberwolves with his two-way impact and steady improvement.
ESPN's Shams Charania first reported McDaniels' latest deal.
“Minnesota Timberwolves All-Defense forward Jaden McDaniels has agreed to a one-year, $40 million extension that will keep him under contract through the 2029-30 season, agents Nima Namakian of Innovate Sports and Bill Duffy of WME Basketball tell ESPN,” posted Charania on X.
Article Continues BelowMinnesota Timberwolves All-Defense forward Jaden McDaniels has agreed to a one-year, $40 million extension that will keep him under contract through the 2029-30 season, agents Nima Namakian of Innovate Sports and Bill Duffy of WME Basketball tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/PYtDRrLves
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) October 20, 2026
Last season, the 26-year-old wingman averaged career-highs of 14.8 points, 51.5% shooting, and 2.7 assists, plus 4.2 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and 1.o blocks.
More details to come.