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• Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Shooting woes surface again

  4H ago • By RotoWire

  Ball finished with eight points (3-11 FG, 2-8 3Pt), four rebounds, eight assists and a steal across 28 minutes in Wednesday's 119-114 loss to the Warriors. Ball endured another inefficient shooting performance, converting just 27.3 percent of his field-goal attempts while committing six turnovers. His eight assists provided some fantasy value, but his scoring struggles were particularly concerning, as he should take on a bigger role offensively with Anthony Edwards (knee) sidelined for several weeks. Even though his shooting efficiency and turnover problems remain significant concerns, Ball should still have a ton of upside with Edwards out going forward. He's a strong bounce-back candidate after failing to clear the 15-point mark in each of his previous four appearances.

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• Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Struggles with turnovers in OT loss

  3D ago • By RotoWire

  Ball finished with 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six assists and a steal across 31 minutes in Monday's 127-125 overtime loss to the Cavaliers. Ball endured a difficult offensive performance, connecting on just one of six three-point attempts while committing seven turnovers. His six assists provided some fantasy value, but he failed to collect a rebound and saw Anthony Edwards dominate Minnesota's scoring opportunities. Ball's playmaking role remains secure, although his efficiency and turnover issues could limit his consistency alongside Edwards. He's failed to shoot over 42 percent from the floor in three of his first four appearances this season.

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• Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball: Flirts with double-double

  4D ago • By RotoWire

  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

  8D ago • By RotoWire

  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

  12D ago • By RotoWire

  Ball (rest) is expected to suit up for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Miami. Ball was one of many 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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