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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 KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· 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 Tomball News
The departure of LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets may have implications for local basketball fans in the Houston area, particularly those who follow the NBA's presence in the Southern United States. As the Hornets' starting point guard heads to the Minnesota Timberwolves, local enthusiasts may be watching to see how this trade affects the balance of power in the league. With the Houston Rockets being a regional rival of the Hornets, the trade could potentially impact the competitive landscape of the NBA's Southeastern and Southwestern divisions. Additionally, the involvement of draft picks and young players in the trade may be of interest to local fans who follow the development of emerging talent in the league. The trade's impact on the Hornets' performance and the Rockets' chances in the division will be worth monitoring in the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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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