LaMelo Ball joins Minnesota Timberwolves in blockbuster NBA offseason trade

The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball and forward Josh Green, sending forward Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first‑round pick, future pick swaps and multiple second‑round picks to Charlotte. The move gives the Timberwolves a high‑upside point guard to pair with Anthony Edwards and clears salary flexibility.

Other high‑profile deals this offseason include the Miami Heat receiving Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis from the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., three first‑round picks, a pick swap and a second‑rounder. The Brooklyn Nets acquired Julius Randle and a first‑round pick in a three‑team trade that also sent Nic Claxton to Chicago and gave Minnesota a 2026 first‑rounder and forward Mo Gueye. These transactions reshuffle the balance of power across the Western Conference and other NBA teams.