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France’s Rudy Gobert speaks to media after a training session at Indonesia Arena in Jakarta on August 24, 2023, a day before their FIBA Basketball World Cup match against Canada. (Photo by Yasuyoshi CHIBA / AFP via Getty Images)
Kyle Anderson is in the middle of his 12th NBA season.
The former UCLA star is averaging 7.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 56.3% from the field in 24 games for the Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies.
Recently, Anderson became a free agent after getting waived by Memphis.
Rudy Gobert Reacts To Timberwolves Signing Kyle Anderson
GettySALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – NOVEMBER 30: Kyle Anderson #2 of the Utah Jazz reacts to a call during the second half of the game against the Houston Rockets at Delta Center on November 30, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
It’s now been announced that Anderson has signed a deal with the Timberwolves.
He previously played for the franchise from 2022-24.
ESPN’s Shams Charania wrote last month: “Kyle Anderson has agreed to a contract buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies and plans to sign with the Minnesota Timberwolves after clearing waivers, sources tell ESPN. Anderson spent two seasons with the Timberwolves (2022-24) and gets an opportunity to rejoin the West contender.”
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – MAY 26: Kyle Anderson #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks in Game Three of the Western Conference Finals at American Airlines Center on May 26, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
Following the news of the signing, Rudy Gobert was asked for his thoughts on Anderson (via Andrew Dukowitz of Zone Coverage).
Gobert said of Anderson: “I think just passing the ball… Someone that is looking to pass the ball to his teammates… He’s a connector, someone that makes plays for his teammates.”
GettyFrance’s Rudy Gobert speaks to media after a training session at Indonesia Arena in Jakarta on August 24, 2023, a day before their FIBA Basketball World Cup match against Canada. (Photo by Yasuyoshi CHIBA / AFP via Getty Images)
Anderson was the 30th pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.
He has also had stints with the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs and Miami Heat.
His career averages are 6.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 48.1% from the field and 34.2% from three-point range in 738 games.
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – OCTOBER 08: Kyle Anderson #2 of the Utah Jazz reacts during the second half of a preseason game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on October 08, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic wrote: “Kyle Anderson says he had several suitors after being bought out. Spoke to his grandmother, who is an avid fan, and she told him Minnesota. (Was Kyle just pandering to me by telling that story? Perhaps)”
GettyPORTLAND, OREGON – FEBRUARY 24: Head coach Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves gestures during the fourth quarter of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center on February 24, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. The Minnesota Timberwolves won 124-121. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)
The Timberwolves are coming off back-to-back trips to the Western Conference finals.
They are currently the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a 38-23 record in 61 games.
On Tuesday night, the Timberwolves will host the Memphis Grizzlies at the Target Center.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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