The Timberwolves were historically bad at three-point shooting this last season, and have a really big hole at shooting guard. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is a very good shooter, with some other natural scoring instincts as well as being a promising perimeter defender and a solid rebounder. It's hard to find a better fit in the first round than Caldwell-Pope and the Timberwolves.
Sergey Karasev, SG Russia (6-7, 195)
While Caldwell-Pope may be the best fit, Sergey Karasev might be they most intriguing. He isn't the same level of athlete or defender, but he is a better, more consistent shooter. What makes Karasev so intriguing is his basketball IQ and passing ability. He is a creative playmaker, which will fit very nicely in Minnesota's system. Karasev has also played with Timberwolves guard Alexey Shved on the Russian national team.
Shabazz Muhammad, SF UCLA Fr. (6-6, 222)
The Timberwolves also seem to be targeting Muhammad, who they must expect can play shooting guard. Muhammad is the most talented prospect they are looking at, though not the best fit. Muhammad is a scorer, and he shot a decent percentage from 3, though that was mostly catch and shoot with his feet set. Muhammad would certainly boost the offense, but may cause defensive and structural issues.
Cody Zeller, PF Indiana So. (7-0, 230)
While shooting, particularly from the wing, is the biggest issue for Minnesota, they also need depth in the front court. Minnesota has done a good job developing big men and Zeller, with his skill, quickness, and shooting ability would provide a nice scoring punch off the bench. I worry about his upside, but Zeller is a safe prospect who Minnesota might target if they don't feel comfortable with the wings that fall to them.
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