Wolves, Hornets, Nets, Bulls Finalize Four-Team Trade
NBA’s biggest trade reshapes four franchises in one night
📍 Aftermath
The four-team trade involving the Timberwolves, Hornets, Nets, and Bulls was finalized on July 10, with the Wolves acquiring LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from Charlotte in exchange for Naz Reid and draft picks. The Timberwolves officially confirmed the departure of Reid following the deal.
Coverage of the trade has since quieted without further updates on its immediate impact.
Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.
Sources (6)
- Timberwolves Officially Bid Farewell to 3x All-Star After Blockbuster 4-Team Trade Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- Chris Finch all but admits why the Timberwolves had to trade for LaMelo Ball Dunking with Wolves · 45d ago
- Hornets complete trade sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota for Naz Reid and draft picks Charlotte Observer · 45d ago
- Minnesota Timberwolves Acquire Guards LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from Charlotte Hornets NBA.com · 45d ago
- Wolves’ blockbuster trade of Naz Reid for LaMelo Ball is now official Star Tribune · 45d ago
- Wolves, Hornets, Nets, Bulls Finalize Four-Team Trade Hoops Rumors · 45d ago
What happened
The Minnesota Timberwolves, Charlotte Hornets, Brooklyn Nets, and Chicago Bulls finalized a four-team trade involving LaMelo Ball, Josh Green, Naz Reid, and multiple draft picks. The Timberwolves acquired Ball and Green from the Hornets in exchange for Reid and future selections, while the Nets and Bulls also participated in the deal’s logistics. Coverage highlights the Timberwolves’ aggressive rebuild, with LaMelo Ball’s arrival marking a shift in their roster strategy.
Outlets including *NBA.com*, *Yahoo Sports*, and *Hoops Rumors* confirm the trade’s completion, emphasizing its scale and potential impact on playoff contention. Analysts note the Timberwolves’ need for Ball’s scoring and playmaking after parting ways with a three-time All-Star. Watch for immediate roster adjustments across all four teams, including how the Hornets and Nets adapt without their traded assets.
The trade’s long-term implications—particularly for Minnesota’s championship aspirations—will draw scrutiny as training camp approaches.
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Questions people are asking
Which players were involved in the trade?
LaMelo Ball and Josh Green moved to the Timberwolves, while Naz Reid went to the Hornets. Draft picks also changed hands between the teams.
How many teams were involved in the trade?
Four teams: Minnesota Timberwolves, Charlotte Hornets, Brooklyn Nets, and Chicago Bulls.
What is the significance of this trade for the Timberwolves?
The acquisition of LaMelo Ball signals a major roster overhaul, prioritizing scoring and playmaking over the player they traded away—a three-time All-Star.
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