United StatesThe Charlotte Hornets officially announced a major trade that sent star player LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The deal, which had been speculated for weeks, involved the Hornets sending Ball and Josh Green to Minnesota in exchange for Naz Reid and multiple future draft picks. Ball, who was selected as the Hornets' third overall pick in 2020 and earned Rookie of the Year honors, concluded his six-season tenure with the team. The Hornets honored Ball with a tribute video and social media posts expressing gratitude for his contributions. Ball will now join Anthony Edwards in Minnesota, forming a high-profile backcourt duo expected to boost the Timberwolves' competitiveness.
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