The Timberwolves appear to be in a state of limbo just two days away from the NBA trade deadline. They have a slew of injuries that would seem to hinder their ability to climb back into the playoff chase. But they’re only three games back of the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference.



They have a slew of difficult-to-move contracts, but also several expiring deals that no doubt could garner interest across the league.



And they have a leadership structure in GM Scott Layden and interim coach Ryan Saunders who do not yet know if they will keep their jobs when the season is over. But that hasn’t stopped Layden from actively canvassing the league for available deals, league sources told The Athletic.



Layden has been trying to engage a number of teams on potential deals, but real traction has been difficult to establish. Yet. He has a difficult needle to thread while presiding over a team that has shown little inclination to become...