Sources: Hornets trade Ball, Green to Timberwolves for Reid, picks

Key Points:

• The Charlotte Hornets have traded star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033), and first-round pick swaps in 2028, 2029, and 2030.
• LaMelo Ball, who helped the Hornets improve significantly last season with averages of 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds, has three years left on his contract and is eligible for a $119.2 million extension starting July 6.
• Naz Reid, the 2024 Sixth Man of the Year, averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds last season and is a career 37.1% three-point shooter, providing the Hornets with a solid frontcourt presence.
• The Timberwolves aim to build a young core around Ball, All-Star guard Anthony Edwards, and wing Jaden McDaniels, all under contract through 2028-29, addressing their need for a strong point guard after Donte DiVincenzo's Achilles injury.
• The Hornets plan to rely more on young talents Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel moving forward, with expectations to re-sign Coby White to a three-year, $74 million deal, as they rebuild following the trade.