Timberwolves extend GM Stack

Stack, who just completed his first season in the position, joined the club one year ago. He is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations in the Timberwolves basketball department, which include scouting, contract negotiations, player analysis, salary cap analysis and free agent scouting.

"We’re extremely pleased to have Jim remain with the Timberwolves family," said vice president of basketball operations Kevin McHale. "Along with hiring a new head coach, re-signing Jim was one of our top priorities this offseason. We have a tremendous working relationship and he is a valuable member of our front office. Jim’s 20-plus years in professional basketball and knowledge of the game are invaluable."

Stack served as an advance scout with the New York Knicks during the 2003-04 season. Prior to that, he spent three campaigns as an assistant coach with the Indiana Pacers.

"I’m excited to remain a part of Timberwolves organization," said Stack. "I’m looking forward to the upcoming season and helping to get our team back in the playoffs."

Stack also enjoyed a 13-year stint with the Bulls as a scout, special assistant to the vice president of basketball operations, and assistant VP of basketball operations. During his tenure in Chicago, the club captured six NBA championships.

He was selected by the Houston Rockets in the sixth round of the 1983 NBA Draft and spent five years playing professionally with teams in Belgium, Israel and France.