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Hornets trade LaMelo Ball, Josh Green to Timberwolves for Naz Reid, draft picks, AP source says
By Steve Reed, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
LaMelo Ball is the latest NBA star with a new home.The Charlotte Hornets agreed to trade Ball, their starting point guard, and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for power forward Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round draft pick, three first-round pick swaps and three future second-round...
Key takeaway The Hornets quickly moved to agree on a three-year, $74 million contract with new projected starting point guard Coby White following the trade, the person familiar with the situation told the AP.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The departure of LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets has implications for NBA fans in the Alamo Heights area, who may be interested in how this trade affects the Minnesota Timberwolves' chances in the Western Conference. With Ball's exceptional scoring ability and unique playing style, his addition to the Timberwolves could potentially shift the balance of power in the conference. For local fans who follow the San Antonio Spurs, this trade is worth watching as it may impact the team's own playoff prospects. The Spurs will likely face the Timberwolves multiple times during the season, and Ball's presence on the court could make those matchups more challenging. As the NBA season approaches, Alamo Heights residents can expect to see more of Ball in action against their hometown team, and his performance will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? LaMelo Ball is the latest NBA star with a new home.The Charlotte Hornets agreed to trade Ball, their starting point guard, and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for power forward Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round draft pick, three first-round pick swaps and three future second-round...
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