# LaMelo Trade: Worse Now, Better Later?

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Podcast: [Charlotte Hornets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-hornets-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7654869)
Published: 2026-06-25T19:26:15+00:00
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## Resource

Trading LaMelo Ball may hurt the Hornets short-term, but it could be a bold long-term move. His offense-igniting play was irreplaceable, but the team’s front office may have seen his high usage and injury history as risks worth taking for future flexibility. With a modest return and Minnesota’s aging core and draft constraints, the Hornets gamble on LaMelo’s fit with Anthony Edwards and his health — while betting that the Timberwolves’ ceiling is capped. It’s a painful but potentially strategic pivot toward building a championship contender. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/844d062140704961

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