Timberwolves forward Nikoloz Tskitishvili said Thursday that he wants to be traded.

Tskitishvili hasn't played through 17 games this season. With Troy Hudson out because of a knee injury, Tskitishvili was active Wednesday night during an 84-74 victory at Portland. But Tskitishvili, a 22-year-old 7-footer, was frustrated he did not play.

"This is not my rookie year," he said. "You don't bring me here just to sit on the bench. This is not why I came here. I thought this was going to be a good opportunity for me. I hope it's not going to continue like this. I'm looking forward to moving on as soon as I can."

Tskitishvili said he's happy his teammates are playing well but at this point in his NBA career ? his fourth season ? he wants to play. He doesn't see room in the rotation at forward.

Eddie Griffin has played a key role off the bench with his shot blocking and rebounding. That has limited chances for Tskitishvili. The Wolves are atop the NBA's Northwest Division, which means the team is unlikely to shake up the rotation.

"I don't think they bring you in and sit down Eddie Griffin because Griffin is doing really well," Tskitishvili said.