Why the Timberwolves believe in LaMelo Ball, and vice versa
Minnesota gave up Naz Reid and multiple draft picks to land Ball, whom it sees as a point guard who can ease Anthony Edwards’ workload.
- On Tuesday, Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly confirmed the team is actively recruiting free agent LeBron James, one of five franchises vying for the NBA's all-time leading scorer.
- Completing a four-team trade with Brooklyn, the Charlotte Hornets, and Chicago, the Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball and Josh Green while sending fan favorite Naz Reid and multiple draft picks to Charlotte.
- Connelly emphasized the team's winning culture and recent playoff success, pitching James on the opportunity to play alongside superstar Anthony Edwards and defensive anchor Rudy Gobert at the rim.
- Following the departures of Naz Reid and power forward Julius Randle, Connelly acknowledged the team lacks frontcourt depth and is actively working to secure additional talent to fill roster gaps.
- Competition for James remains intense, with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, and Miami Heat also pursuing the veteran forward as he weighs his options for his 24th season.
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Independent EspañolMinnesota reinforces its team with LaMelo Ball and Josh Green, sacrificing key players and future picks in a complex handover. Ball’s arrival seeks to ease Edwards’ load and revitalize a more cheerful and competitive gaming environment.
Wolves see LaMelo Ball as catalyst for team's rise
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — LaMelo Ball came to Minnesota at a steep price.The opportunity with a cost of two proven power forwards and multiple draft picks was deemed worthwhile by the Timberwolves in their ongoing attempt to make the last and most difficult step toward an NBA title.“I think he’ll elevate us,” president of basketball operations Tim Connelly said, "and our environment will be conducive to his continued growth as well.”Eager to gain one o…
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Wolves believe LaMelo Ball's pure point guard play and joyful style will 'elevate' their entire team
The Minnesota Timberwolves are confident the steep price they paid for LaMelo Ball can help get them close in on an NBA title. The four-team trade that brought Ball and guard Josh Green required the Wolves to part with proven…
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Why the Timberwolves believe in LaMelo Ball, and vice versa
MINNEAPOLIS — LaMelo Ball isn’t going to light up a microphone with lengthy phrases and extensive insight. He has long taken a more reserved approach to his media dealings. Short and sweet. Both held true during his introductory press conference at Target Center on Tuesday, as the guard made his first public comments since being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. While Ball didn’t spend more than 20 seconds on any individual answer, what he d…
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