Timberwolves acquire LaMelo Ball in four-team trade deal
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
LaMelo Ball has joined the Minnesota Timberwolves in a four-team trade that cost the team two power forwards and multiple draft picks. The Timberwolves aim to enhance their chances of contending for an NBA title. Team president Tim Connelly expressed confidence that Ball's joyful playing style will positively influence the team's environment. The Wolves also acquired guard Josh Green, while fan favorite Naz Reid has moved to the Charlotte Hornets. Despite concerns about Ball's inconsistency in the past, the team believes that the stronger roster surrounding him will foster his growth. With the potential arrival of LeBron James also mentioned, the Wolves look to reshape their future.
- •Timberwolves trade for LaMelo Ball and Josh Green
- •Naz Reid and draft picks sent to Charlotte Hornets
- •Connelly believes Ball will elevate team performance
- •Wolves aim to enhance their narrative in the league
- •LeBron James is included in future free agency discussions
- 12:11 AMESPN — Wolves believe 'fun' star PG Ball will elevate tea...
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Wolves believe LaMelo Ball's pure point guard play and joyful style will 'elevate' their entire team
"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.”
"Timberwolves president Tim Connelly thinks LaMelo Ball is worth the steep price it took to acquire him, saying he feels the PG could "elevate" the team's ceiling.
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External links- ESPNJul 15, 2026, 12:11 AMWolves believe 'fun' star PG Ball will elevate tea...
Timberwolves president Tim Connelly thinks LaMelo Ball is worth the steep price it took to acquire him, saying he feels the PG could "elevate" the team's ceiling.
- Yahoo SportsJul 14, 2026, 10:08 PMWolves believe LaMelo Ball's pure point guard play and joyful style will 'elevate' their entire team
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.”
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