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Timberwolves Trade LaMelo Ball Makes Sense | Minnesota Timberwolves News
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- Jun 30, 2026
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- 97
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Summary
The Minnesota Timberwolves just pulled off a bold move by trading for LaMelo Ball — and it’s a masterstroke. Critics are calling it a D-plus gamble, but the facts tell a different story: Ball’s elite playmaking, scoring, and size perfectly fills the Wolves’ biggest need — shot creation beyond Anthony Edwards. At the same age as Ant, he’s a future cornerstone. Yes, they traded fan-favorite Naz Reid, but the fanbase is already hyped — and the cost? Not as steep as it looks: mostly swaps and second-rounders, with only one unprotected pick. This isn’t a risky throw — it’s a calculated, future-focused win. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/63a77ba6ac56dfdc