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Wolves, Hornets, Nets, Bulls Finalize Four-Team Trade

The Minnesota Timberwolves have acquired All-Star guard LaMelo Ball in a blockbuster four-team trade involving the Hornets, Nets, and Bulls.

By · Published July 13, 2026  08:47 UTC · Updated July 13, 2026  16:32 UTC

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The Timberwolves, Hornets, Nets, and Bulls finalized a four-team trade. Minnesota acquired guards LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from Charlotte in exchange for Naz Reid and draft picks.

Epilogue added 91d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: The Minnesota Timberwolves have acquired All-Star guard LaMelo Ball in a blockbuster four-team trade involving the Hornets, Nets, and Bulls.
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The Minnesota Timberwolves, Charlotte Hornets, Brooklyn Nets, and Chicago Bulls have finalized a four-team trade. As part of the deal, Minnesota acquired guards LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets. In exchange, the Hornets received Naz Reid and draft picks.

Coverage from NBA.com, Yahoo Sports, and the Charlotte Observer emphasizes the movement of LaMelo Ball, a three-time All-Star. The Star Tribune and Hoops Rumors confirm the deal is now official, while Dunking with Wolves notes comments from Chris Finch regarding the necessity of the acquisition. Future developments depend on the integration of Ball and Green into the Timberwolves roster.

Coverage does not yet specify the exact assets exchanged by the Nets and Bulls in the four-team transaction.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 91d ago.

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Which players did the Timberwolves acquire?

Minnesota acquired guards LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets.

Who did the Charlotte Hornets receive in the trade?

The Hornets received Naz Reid and draft picks.

Which teams were involved in the transaction?

The trade involved the Timberwolves, Hornets, Nets, and Bulls.

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NBA Minnesota Timberwolves Charlotte Hornets LaMelo Ball Naz Reid

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