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Timberwolves can't afford for LaMelo Ball to be just a playmaker

Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN

Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.

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Managing Editor · Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM · 1 min read
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Timberwolves can't afford for LaMelo Ball to be just a playmaker — Apple Valley Sports news

LaMelo Ball's ability to create for others is undeniable. Still, the Timberwolves need him to put more pressure on defenses by hunting his own shot.

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