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Wolves trade LaMelo Ball for giddiness
Minnesota Timberwolves trade LaMelo Ball for giddiness after moodiness.
In brief
Minnesota Timberwolves trade LaMelo Ball for giddiness after moodiness. Minnesota Timberwolves trade LaMelo Ball for giddiness after moodiness. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Timberwolves hire Tim Connelly
Tim Connelly became Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations on May 23, 2022.
Connelly trades for Rudy Gobert
Connelly traded four first-round picks, a first-round pick swap and five players to Utah Jazz for Rudy Gobert on July 6, 2022.
Connelly's aggressive trades
Connelly has reshaped the Timberwolves roster with blockbuster trades including sending Karl-Anthony Towns to New York Knicks for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo.
Connelly's latest trade
Connelly traded Naz Reid, an unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps and three second-round picks to Charlotte Hornets for LaMelo Ball.
Wolves' success
Over three seasons, Timberwolves are 154-92, tied for fifth-most wins in league, and have never been eliminated prior to second round of playoffs.
Edwards and Ball partnership
Coach Chris Finch wants Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball to play together as a partnership for their offensive impact.
Edwards and Ball chemistry
Edwards and Ball played 57 minutes together across four preseason games with Timberwolves plus-3 when on court together.
Wolves' mood shift
Timberwolves traded moodiness for giddiness after trading for LaMelo Ball, with coach Finch saying they are always in a great mood.
Beringer's role
Joan Beringer will step into a bigger role as Gobert's backup with 14 to 24 minutes per game.
Beringer's stats
Beringer averaged 8.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks on 52.8% shooting in preseason.
Kuminga's comfort
Jonathan Kuminga feels comfortable with Timberwolves but has inconsistent shooting in preseason.
Kuminga's potential
Kuminga has three assists and a steal in both preseason games but needs to improve consistency.
Wolves' next test
Wolves face Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, Toronto Raptors and Cleveland Cavaliers in first four games to test their new roster.
Wolves' rebounding challenge
Timberwolves need to improve rebounding with Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards playing more minutes.
At a glance
Minnesota Timberwolves trade LaMelo Ball for giddiness after moodiness.
