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Former Timberwolves forward Leonard Miller could be poised for a breakout season

Leonard Miller rarely saw the floor with the Timberwolves, but he immediately flashed his upside with the Bulls, and he could take another leap.

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 2:00 PM
Former Timberwolves forward Leonard Miller could be poised for a breakout season
Key Things to Know
  • Leonard Miller was traded to the Chicago Bulls from Minnesota as part of the Ayo Dosunmu trade.
  • Miller averaged 11.7 points and 5.8 rebounds across 27 appearances for the Bulls.
  • During two-and-a-half seasons with the Timberwolves, Miller played a total of only 179 minutes.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Minnesota Timberwolves forward Leonard Miller is positioned for a potential breakout campaign with the Chicago Bulls. After playing just 179 total minutes over two-and-a-half seasons in Minnesota, the 2023 second-round pick was dealt to Chicago as part of the Ayo Dosunmu trade.

In 27 games following the trade to the Bulls, Miller averaged 11.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists while shooting 55.5 percent from the field. With limited forward depth alongside Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson, Miller is projected to compete with Patrick Williams, Dailyn Swain, and Isaac Okoro for reserve minutes.

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