Julius Randle Ruled Out of Friday's Preseason Finale for Rest

Julius Randle has been ruled out of Friday's preseason finale against the 76ers. The Minnesota Timberwolves forward is being held out for rest, a strategic decision to manage player workload as the team prepares for the start of the regular season. This move aims to prevent fatigue and minimize injury risk for a key contributor, ensuring Randle is in peak physical condition when the games truly count for the Timberwolves.