June 26, 2026

Charlotte Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball To Minnesota Timberwolves: Who Won The Trade?

Charlotte Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball To Minnesota Timberwolves: Who Won The Trade?
Charlotte Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball To Minnesota Timberwolves: Who Won The Trade?
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Charlotte Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball To Minnesota Timberwolves: Who Won The Trade?
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Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves and who won the deal.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially acquired LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets in a blockbuster trade. In exchange, Charlotte receives Naz Reid, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, first-round pick swaps in 2028, 2029, and 2030, and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, and 2033). The deal signals Minnesota's commitment to maximizing its championship window around Anthony Edwards by adding an elite playmaker to address a longstanding need at point guard, while Charlotte pivots toward building around a younger core with added draft capital and frontcourt help. Who won the trade? Are other moves on the way? Could Jaylen be on his way to Charlotte next?