LaMelo Ball scores first bucket with Timberwolves

Opener tips at Miami on ESPN

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 3h1 min read

LAMELO BALL'S FIRST BUCKET FOR THE TIMBERWOLVES 🔥 https://t.co/gdh0rh7Qod Via @SportsCenter on X

What happened: LaMelo Ball scored his first basket for the Minnesota Timberwolves. The basket came in the opener at Miami on Oct. 21.

Why it matters: The basket opens Ball's regular-season account after joining Minnesota ahead of the opener. His early fit in Minnesota's backcourt sets the tone for the opening weeks.

What to watch: Minnesota continues the opener at Miami, tipping at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Sources

@SportsCenter 2026-10-21T23:49:16.540342+00:00

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