The Timberwolves on Wednesday night picked their first player under the leadership of new owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez.With the No. 17 pick in the NBA draft, the Wolves selected Joan Beringer.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have selected Joan Beringer with the No. 17 pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Beringer enters the league after a decorated 2024-25 season overseas, winning both the Slovenian League title and Slovenian Cup.

Joan Beringer leads the Adriatic League in block % (6th in EuroCup) at 18, while making an increasingly strong impact vs high-level competition. Quick off his feet with impressive mobility, there's a lot to like long-term with his 7'4 wingspan and late-blooming profile. pic.twitter.com/PgfrZXnrAO