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LaMelo Ball traded to Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Joseph Swanson , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information, readers can consult the original report from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
A significant trade has been made involving the Minnesota Timberwolves. LaMelo Ball is joining the team as part of a deal with the Charlotte Hornets. In exchange, the Timberwolves are sending Naz Reid to the Hornets.
The trade also includes another player coming to Minnesota, Josh Green, a guard from the Hornets. The Timberwolves are giving up several draft picks as part of the agreement. Further details of the trade are available from team sources, including information about the draft picks involved.
For more information, readers can consult the original report from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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