The Timberwolves and Hornets are two teams that heavily desire Pacers center Myles Turner, according to J. Michael of the Indianapolis Star.
Turner, who averaged 12.6 points, 6.5 rebounds and a career-high 3.4 blocks in 47 games this season, garnered heavy consideration for Defensive Player of the Year but missed too many games to actually be handed the award.
In Minnesota, Turner could come in and take a huge load off of Karl-Anthony Towns‘ shoulders on the defensive end, as Towns can then focus on being more of a help defender that can help protect the rim rather than try and take it upon himself to lock down the paint.
The Hornets, Lakers, Clippers, Knicks, and Pelicans were among the teams to express interest in the Pacers big man prior to the trade deadline.
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