5 Basketball Players who Played for Jazz and Timberwolves
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Jazz and the Timberwolves.
Rudy Gobert
Rudy Gobert was selected by the Denver Nuggets with the 27th overall pick in the first round of the 2013 NBA Draft and was promptly traded to the Utah Jazz. The 7-foot-1 center quickly became known for his defensive prowess, anchoring the Jazz’s defense and earning the nickname “The Stifle Tower.”
Gobert’s career has been marked by several significant accolades, including winning the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award three times. He has been named to multiple All-NBA Defensive First Teams and has led the league in blocks.
In 2022 Gobert was involved in a monster trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves that involved 4 first-round draft picks and multiple players. To his credit, Gobert produced, averaging a double-double in his first year with the team.
*Gobert was the most popular pick for this square in a previous grid (Grid 25)
Gobert Key Stats
- All-NBA (Jazz)
- All-Star (Jazz)
- 10+ Rebounds/Game Season (Jazz, Timberwolves)
Mike Conley
Mike Conley is an accomplished NBA player, known for his skill as a point guard. He was drafted 4th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2007 NBA Draft, and he spent the first 12 seasons of his career there.
Conley was a key part of the Grizzlies’ “Grit and Grind” era, where his steady playmaking, scoring ability, and defensive acumen helped the team reach the playoffs multiple times. His tenure with the Grizzlies included several deep playoff runs, with the 2012-13 season marking the franchise’s first Western Conference Finals appearance.
In 2016, he signed a five-year contract extension with the Grizzlies that was, at the time, the biggest contract in NBA history.
Conley Key Stats
- All-Star (Jazz)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Grizzlies)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Grizzlies, Jazz)
Al Jefferson
Al Jefferson was drafted straight out of high school as the 15th overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft by the Boston Celtics. He played three seasons in Boston before being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a package deal for Kevin Garnett in the 2007 offseason.
In Minnesota, he had some of his best years, averaging over 20 points per game in multiple seasons. In 2010, Jefferson was traded to the Utah Jazz, where he continued to be a reliable offensive threat.
After three seasons in Utah, he signed as a free agent with the Charlotte Hornets (known as the Charlotte Bobcats in his first season with the team) in 2013. His first season with the Hornets was a standout, with Jefferson earning All-NBA Third Team honors.
Jefferson Key Stats
- All-NBA (Hornets)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Timberwolves, Hornets)
- 10+ Rebounds/Game Season (Celtics, Timberwolves, Hornets)
Mo Williams
Mo Williams is probably best known for his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Williams, a 6’1″ point guard, had a 13-year career that spanned from 2003 to 2017.
Williams had a breakout season with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2006-2007, averaging over 17 points per game. He was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2008, where he played alongside LeBron James and was named an All-Star in 2009. His high-scoring and playmaking ability made him a key part of the Cavaliers’ success during his tenure.
After bouncing around the league in the later stages of his career, Williams briefly rejoined the Cavaliers in 2015 and was part of the team’s championship roster in 2016, providing veteran leadership and depth off the bench.
Williams Key Stats
- All-Star (Cavs)
- NBA Championship (Cavs)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Bucks, Cavs, Jazz, Clippers, Timberwolves, Hornets)
Greg Foster
Greg Foster’s NBA journey began when he was selected 35th overall by the Washington Bullets in the 1990 NBA Draft. Throughout his NBA career, he played for several teams, including the Hawks, Bucks, Bulls, Timberwolves, Jazz, SuperSonics, and Lakers.
While never a star, Foster’s ability to play both power forward and center positions, coupled with his defensive presence, made him a valued rotation player.
One of the highlights of Foster’s career was his time with the Utah Jazz during the late 1990s. He played a supporting role alongside Hall of Famers Karl Malone and John Stockton, contributing to the team’s successful runs to the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998.
