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LaMelo Ball's lack of rim pressure will continue to cause problems for the Timberwolves

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 · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM · 1 min read
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LaMelo Ball's lack of rim pressure will continue to cause problems for the Timberwolves — Burnsville Sports news

While Anthony Edwards is sidelined, LaMelo Ball is the Timberwolves' first option, and Ball's lack of rim pressure makes it hard for him to handle this role.

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