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Wally Szczerbiak Tenure

Wally Szczerbiak: A key piece of the Timberwolves' early 2000s success.

Wally Szczerbiak was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the 6th overall pick in the 1999 NBA Draft. He played for the team from 1999 to 2006, earning an All-Star selection in 2002. His tenure included a severe knee injury against the Denver Nuggets in 2002.

Quick Facts

Jersey number
20
All-star selections
1

Lore & Background

Szczerbiak was a key contributor during the Timberwolves' playoff runs in the early 2000s, including the 2004 Western Conference Finals appearance. He was traded to the Boston Celtics in 2006.

Reader's Guide

Szczerbiak's time with the Timberwolves is remembered for his scoring ability and his role in the team's success during the Kevin Garnett era.

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