John Collins of the Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
The Minnesota Timberwolves have long been rumored to have an interest in acquiring Atlanta Hawks big man John Collins.
A recent report from Shams Charania confirms this interest as active, listing the Wolves as one of four teams besides the Hawks that may vie for Collins’ services this offseason.
Shams Charania: Minnesota Timberwolves have interest in John Collins
This is far from the first time we’ve heard about the Wolves’ confirmed interest in Collins.
According to The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor, as recently as the trade deadline in March, the Wolves and Hawks reportedly discussed a deal in which Atlanta asked for Malik Beasley and a first-round pick.