Former UConn men’s basketball star Tristen Newton will return to the Minnesota Timberwolves next season.
Newton signed a two-way contract to remain with the organization after splitting time last season between Minnesota and Indiana.
The 6-5 guard was impressive in the G League, averaging 16.5 points, 6.7 assists, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game with the Iowa Wolves. He played in eight combined NBA games for the Pacers and Timberwolves, averaging just two minutes per game.
Newton was taken with the 49th pick in last year’s draft by the Indiana Pacers. After he didn’t see much playing time early, the two sides agreed on his release and he signed with Minnesota in January.
The El Paso, Texas native was inducted into the Huskies of Honor after helping lead UConn to the 2024 national title and earning Final Four Most Outstanding Player honors that year.
Originally Published: August 7, 2025 at 11:47 AM EDT
