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2023 NBA Draft: Timberwolves Select Jaylen Clark With No. 53 Pick

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ front office capped off what was a very successful 2023 NBA Draft late Friday night with their selection of 6-foot-4 guard Jaylen Clark out of UCLA.

With the 53rd pick, the Timberwolves are selecting 6'4" guard Jaylen Clark from UCLA.

Clark's strengths:
• Defensive versatility
• Screen setter/cutter
• Floor vision

Weaknesses:
• Floor spacing
• Ball handling

-- @ringernba player comp: Minkah Fitzpatrick— Charlie Walton (@CharlieWaltonMN) June 23, 2023

When watching the draft live via ESPN’s broadcast, you may get the feeling that teams are drafting a prospect who can help them win immediately.