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Joan Beringer in focus for Wolves — Northwest Division roundup
The Timberwolves face a looming decision on Joan Beringer’s team option, while the Nuggets and Thunder make quiet roster moves off the court.
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No games on the schedule for the Northwest Division, but there was movement behind the scenes as front offices continued to shape their rosters. In the standings, the Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder and Portland Trail Blazers share the early lead at 2-0, with the Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz sitting at 1-1.
Timberwolves: option clock ticking on Joan Beringer
As relayed by Hoops Rumors, the Timberwolves have until the end of the month to make a call on Joan Beringer’s team option for the 2027-28 season. Regardless of the decision, the Minneapolis Star Tribune, cited in that report, frames this as a pivotal year for the big man, who is being counted on to serve as Rudy Gobert’s backup. On an unbeaten 2-0 Minnesota squad with frontcourt ambitions, how Beringer settles into that reserve role could shape his trajectory with the franchise.
Nuggets: Bucks decline Kevin Porter Jr. trade concept
Also via Hoops Rumors, the Bucks reportedly turned down an opportunity, before the roster cutdown deadline, to send Kevin Porter Jr. to the Denver Nuggets. The proposed framework mentioned included two future second-round picks, a second-round swap and big man Zeke Nnaji. Denver stays at 1-1 in the Northwest standings, but the report underlines that the Nuggets’ front office is actively exploring ways to retool its depth chart.
Thunder: Otega Oweh waived from two-way deal
In Oklahoma City, the Thunder announced they have waived two-way player Otega Oweh, according to Hoops Rumors. The 6’4" guard was the 41st pick in June’s draft after a standout season at Kentucky, where he averaged 18.6 points, 4.8 boards and 2.7 assists and earned second-team All-SEC honors. The move trims OKC’s two-way group while the Thunder remain a perfect 2-0 on the court.
Blazers, Jazz and the G League pipeline
For the Portland Trail Blazers (2-0) and Utah Jazz (1-1), no new trades or injuries were reported, but reinforcements may eventually come from the G League. Hoops Rumors notes that the 2026-27 G League draft was held Saturday, with the Texas Legends, Dallas’ affiliate, owning the No. 1 pick. Every NBA team’s affiliate, including those tied to Northwest clubs, used the draft to restock their developmental talent for the coming season.