Due to the foot injury, "Pek," as he was affectionately called by Wolves fans, played in just 12 games over the past two seasons, and hasn't stepped on the court since January of 2016. Pekovic’s former teammate, Of course, everyone knows that Pek was actually an extremely nice guy, and by all accounts his teammates loved him. Nikola Pekovic is quickly becoming a fan favorite in Minnesota.

The big man out of Montenegro played in just 97 games with the Timberwolves … The big man out of Montenegro played in just 97 games with the Timberwolves after signing a five-year, $60 million deal just 4 years ago. Nikola Pekovic completely and utterly dominated Andre Drummond, and he apparently still owns some real estate in the now-Cavaliers big man’s head.Drummond isn’t alone, either. The Timberwolves' center has taken advantage of increased playing time and now he's in the starting lineup. Explore Nikola Pekovic's biography, personal life, family and real age. Bojana & Nikola Pekovic - RASTI RASTI MOJ ZELENI BORE - (LIVE) - (Kolarac hall 2018) - Duration: 3:33. Nikola Pekovic completely and utterly dominated Andre Drummond, and he apparently still owns some real estate in the now-Cavaliers big man's head. With the Pekovic contract off the books, the Timberwolves will now have more spending power to attract potential free agents this off-season.The latest figures have been released by the Minnesota Department of Health.Hoops Brewery announced the closure to followers on Friday.State officials are urging people not to plant them.Friday saw its highest daily number of deaths since early June.Donaldson left in the third inning with right calf tightness.Tickets to the event sold out in just a couple of hours Friday morning.The shutdown could come as soon as Monday if teams do not follow protocol.Health officials are asking those who attended to watch for symptoms.The Timberwolves waive Nikola Pekovic, ending his career with the Timberwolves.Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor said Friday that Wolves center Nikola Pekovic will not play this season.Nikola Pekovic's days with the Timberwolves – and maybe basketball in general – might be over.Nikola Pekovic's days with the Timberwolves – and maybe basketball in general – might be over.If the Timberwolves are granted the medical retirement, Pekovic's $11 million salary won't count against them next season.If the Timberwolves are granted the medical retirement, Pekovic's $11 million salary won't count against them next season.Nikola Pekovic is quickly becoming a fan favorite in Minnesota. Only 10.2 points and 10.2 rebounds per game.

The Timberwolves' center has taken advantage of increased playing time and now he's in the starting lineup.