What happened
Minnesota’s 2026-27 preview says the Wolves went 49-33 last season, added LaMelo Ball, Josh Green and Mouhamadou Gueye, and lost Julius Randle, Naz Reid, Mike Conley Jr. and Kyle Anderson. It also lists opening week at Miami on Oct. 21 and at Orlando on Oct. 23.
The piece says Tim Connelly wants easier shots for Anthony Edwards, noting his catch-and-shoot threes were near 50% last season but on low volume. It also warns Ball’s erratic decision-making and past injury trouble could lower Minnesota’s floor even while raising its ceiling.
Ball’s arrival could change how Minnesota creates shots for Edwards, but the preview does not confirm any opening lineup or minute distribution. The early road games may offer the first real read on how often the new pieces share the floor.
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Original reporting: Minnesota Timberwolves season preview: Opening schedule, win projection and everything to know for 2026-27 — Yahoo Sports ↗