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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 The Pearland
The departure of LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets has significant implications for the team's future, and local fans in the Pearland area who follow the NBA will be watching closely to see how this trade affects the team's performance. With Ball's exceptional offensive skills now headed to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Hornets will need to rely on new point guard Coby White to fill the void. White's three-year, $74 million contract suggests the team has high hopes for him, and his shooting ability will be crucial in replacing Ball's production. The trade also brings Naz Reid to the Hornets, who will need to adapt to a new team and contribute to the team's success. As the Hornets look to rebuild and make a push for the playoffs, local fans will be eager to see how the team performs without Ball's dynamic scoring ability.
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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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