LaMelo Ball embraces Minnesota: “I love being here”
LaMelo Ball has already won over the Target Center crowd. The Timberwolves cruise to 3-0, and the former Hornets guard isn’t hiding his excitement
It took LaMelo Ball just a few games to feel at home in Minnesota. His new chapter with the Timberwolves is off to a terrific start, and between the wins and the fans’ affection, the former Hornets guard already seems to have found the right place.
At Target Center, Minnesota routed the Toronto Raptors 117-94, giving its fans another night to remember. For LaMelo, it was also an opportunity to experience the warmth of his new home crowd firsthand.
It was a welcome Lonzo’s brother thoroughly appreciated, as he explained after the game.
It means a lot. I love being here and doing what I do: playing basketball. It’s a great group. Minnesota is incredible. Let’s keep it going
LaMelo Ball
On the court, Ball dealt with foul trouble that limited his playing time, but he still managed to score 15 points in just 16 minutes.
The Timberwolves didn’t need huge individual performances to secure the win. Minnesota controlled the game from the opening minutes, leading by as many as 32 points and building on its strong early performances.
The most impressive number concerns the team’s start to the season: three wins in three games, all by at least 22 points. The Wolves have beaten their opponents by margins of 25, 22 and 23 points, sending a pretty clear message to the rest of the NBA.