Beringer's contract option for next season is being exercised by Minnesota, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.
With Minnesota locking in Beringer for another season, the young center's roster spot and longer-term place in the frontcourt are more secure. Beringer remains a developmental piece for the Timberwolves, but he's been thrust into a larger role in the middle now that Naz Reid is in Charlotte.