The Timberwolves claimed Newton off waivers Friday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Newton had spent most of the season in the G League with the Indiana Mad Ants, with whom he averaged 17.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 6.3 assists over 36.1 minutes per game. He was waived by the Pacers on Wednesday, but the rookie second-round pick will now head to Minnesota, and he will likely spend time with the Timberwolves' G League affiliate, the Iowa Wolves.