# Timberwolves Trade LaMelo Ball

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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: 2026-06-25T14:41:30+00:00
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## Resource

The Timberwolves just pulled off a blockbuster trade, acquiring LaMelo Ball from the Hornets in exchange for Naz Reid, a future first-round pick, and multiple pick swaps. This bold move pairs Ball with Anthony Edwards, turning Minnesota’s focus from the frontcourt to a potentially explosive backcourt. While Ball’s injury history raises eyebrows, his elite scoring and playmaking could ignite the Wolves’ offense. For Charlotte, the gamble leaves a gaping hole in their offense and a shaky future for young players like Kon Knueppel, who relied on Ball’s vision. But it also opens the door for rookies like Christian Anderson to step into a bigger role — a risky, high-stakes rewrite of their season. 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/11500b7ae85503b9

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