Charlotte trades LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, acquires Naz Reid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:39 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Charlotte has finalized a trade sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, according to Marc Stein. This move comes after Minnesota expressed interest in Ball, as reported previously. Charlotte has also successfully acquired Naz Reid from the Timberwolves. The Hornets are now focused on retaining Coby White in free agency, who has garnered attention from the Detroit Pistons.
- •Charlotte is trading LaMelo Ball to Minnesota.
- •Naz Reid has been acquired by Charlotte from the Timberwolves.
- •Coby White is a target for Charlotte in free agency.
- •Minnesota expressed interest in LaMelo Ball prior to the trade.
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