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THE COURTSIDE DATA DESK / 2026–27

Timberwolves’ Early Identity Built on a New Look and an Edwards Absence

A quick read on what changed — and what it means for the rotation.

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What happened

Minnesota is 3-2 after five games, with wins over Miami, Orlando, and Toronto and losses to Cleveland and Golden State, showing an early mixed profile.

The Wolves are adjusting to LaMelo Ball at point guard after moving Julius Randle, but Anthony Edwards is now expected out at least two months after knee surgery.

LINEUP CONTEXT

Minnesota’s rotation and offensive hierarchy will keep shifting while Edwards is sidelined, so Ball and other creators may carry more usage until his return.

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