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Defining "rock bottom" in the NBA often revolves around performance but extends beyond mere wins and losses. It encompasses the moment when players, who were once expected to lead the franchise forward, lose their place in the team’s future plans. Reports indicate that the Timberwolves are already looking to trade key players, namely Dante DiVincenzo and Julius Randle, leading to speculation about their futures in Minnesota. Randle, in particular, seems to be facing a precarious situation after undergoing shoulder surgery, which only exacerbates the scrutiny surrounding him.