- The Timberwolves’ starting five could make a combined $167MM next season, which would already push them near the luxury tax line. The Timberwolves must decide whether they can trim salary without sacrificing team quality but since they’re a serious contender, going well over the tax line for at least a couple of seasons might be worth the cost. Danny Leroux of The Athletic explores what they could do to reduce future obligations, including a potential trade of either Karl-Anthony Towns or Naz Reid.