Normally, we wouldn't suggest a Timberwolves preseason basketball road trip. But when the destinations are London and Paris, our tune changes. The Wolves will play the Lakers on Oct. 4 in London and the Knicks on Oct. 6 in Paris as part of the NBA's "One dynamic franchise and two dysfunctional franchises" tour, or as David Stern calls it, "NBA Europe Live." From NBA.com:

The Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, and New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association, and Regal FC Barcelona (FCB) and AJ Milano from Euroleague Basketball, will play a series of preseason games this October as part of NBA Europe Live presented by EA SPORTS"!, the NBA, the Euroleague, and EA SPORTS announced today. Barcelona, London, Milan, and Paris will host the games.

"NBA Europe Live and the return of NBA teams to Europe for a fifth consecutive year is a testament to our ongoing commitment to grow the game of basketball and engage our fans in the region," said NBA Commissioner David Stern. "Through the support of our partners, including EA SPORTS, the game continues to grow and thrive in Europe, and fans in four cities will be able to witness first hand the exciting brands of basketball of both the NBA and the Euroleague."