The Charlotte Hornets and Minnesota Timberwolves have pulled off a blockbuster trade. Charlotte has shipped star guard LaMelo Ball, along with Josh Green, to the Wolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three second-round picks, and three first-round pick swaps.
BREAKING: The Charlotte Hornets are trading star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030) and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033), sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/lkhXBWHCrA— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 25, 2026Ball is undoubtedly a star, but this was a haul to get for the 24-year-old guard. It will be interesting to see how this trade impacts both teams, especially the Timberwolves, and the impact this has on fantasy basketball.
Fantasy Impact
G LaMelo Ball, Minnesota Timberwolves
This is a very interesting move for the Timberwolves, who are now loaded with guards. He joins a backcourt that already features Anthony Edwards and Ayo Dosunmu, both of whom they have invested heavily in financially. They also have Mike Conley coming off the bench. Ball has never been surrounded by this kind of star power, and it will be intriguing to see how he fits in.
