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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Flirts with double-double
LaMelo Ball chipped in 15 points (5-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, eight assists and two steals across 17 minutes during Sunday's 117-94 victory over Toronto.Ball batted through foul trouble, limiting him to just 17 minutes. However, during his time on the floor, he looked fantastic, continuing what has been a strong start to his career in Minnesota. In three appearances, he has averaged 16.0 points, 6.3 assists, 2.0 steals and 3.7 three-pointers in just 22.8 minutes per game. Assuming he averages close to 30 minutes per game moving forward, there is no reason he can't be a steady top 30 standard league asset.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Strong debut with Timberwolves
LaMelo Ball contributed 21 points (7-17 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, six assists and two steals across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 131-106 win over the Heat.Ball made an immediate impact in his Minnesota debut, finishing second on the team in scoring while sharing backcourt responsibilities with Anthony Edwards, who led the way with an impressive 45-point performance. His 13 three-point attempts suggest he'll retain considerable offensive freedom despite playing alongside another high-volume scorer. Ball's six assists and just one turnover were also encouraging, although his long-term fantasy ceiling will depend on how consistently he handles playmaking duties in his new surroundings. One game isn't enough to draw meaningful conclusions, but this was certainly an encouraging start to life in Minnesota for Ball.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Expected to play Wednesday
LaMelo Ball (rest) is expected to suit up for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Miami.Ball was one of many Minnesota Timberwolves regulars who sat out Friday's preseason finale, though he should make his regular-season debut with the team Wednesday. The star point guard averaged 9.5 points, 5.8 assists and 3.3 rebounds in 19.4 minutes per game across four appearances this preseason.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Resting for preseason finale
LaMelo Ball (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason finale against the Bulls, Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports.Ball, Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert and Ayo Dosunmu will all sit for the final exhibition. Ball should be good to go for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Heat.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Hands out six dimes
LaMelo Ball recorded three points (1-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds and six assists across 18 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason loss to Detroit.Ball struggled to generate offense for himself, making just one field goal and committing three turnovers. However, he continued to facilitate for his teammates, leading Minnesota's starters with six assists despite the limited playing time. The Minnesota Timberwolves will look for greater scoring efficiency from their new point guard as he develops chemistry with Anthony Edwards and the rest of the starting unit.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Dishes seven assists Monday
LaMelo Ball supplied 10 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven assists, three rebounds and one block across 22 minutes in Monday's 122-104 preseason win over New York.After resting Saturday, Ball returned to action and showcased his playmaking skills with a game-high seven assists, though the 25-year-old also committed a game-high five turnovers. Coming off a 2025-26 campaign with Charlotte in which he averaged 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals across 72 regular-season appearances, Ball will look to form a dynamic backcourt duo with Anthony Edwards in Minnesota.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Back in action Monday
LaMelo Ball (rest) is in the starting lineup for Monday's preseason game against the Knicks.After resting Saturday, Ball is slated to return to action for Monday's road contest. The standout guard is averaging 12.5 points, 5.0 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 18.6 minutes per contest across two preseason appearances.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Not playing Saturday
LaMelo Ball (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's preseason game against the Heat.Ball will get a breather Saturday, with Bones Hyland and Terrence Shannon get the start in the backcourt. Ball's next chance to take the floor is Monday against the Knicks, though his playing time will likely be limited until the Minnesota Timberwolves' regular-season opener against the Heat on Wednesday, Oct. 21.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Dishes out seven assists in preseason loss
LaMelo Ball provided 14 points (5-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt), seven assists and four rebounds in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 123-112 preseason loss to Indiana.Ball turned in an efficient performance in his second appearance this preseason, scoring in double figures and connecting on multiple triples in both outings. The star floor general finished as Minnesota's third-leading scorer and knocked down a game-high-tying four triples. Ball also led the Minnesota Timberwolves in assists during his limited run.
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Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Solid in preseason debut
LaMelo Ball supplied 11 points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 17 minutes in Monday's 116-97 preseason win over the Bucks.Ball drew the start alongside Anthony Edwards in the Minnesota Timberwolves' backcourt in his first preseason appearance and turned in an efficient performance despite the limited playing time. Perhaps the most encouraging part of this outing is that he complemented Edwards well while committing just one turnover and dishing out three dimes. Ball's arrival gives Minnesota another high-level creator alongside Edwards, and his ability to facilitate while shooting from the perimeter should make him a key part of the offense in the regular season.