​LaMelo Ball showed a glimpse of what he can do for the Minnesota Timberwolves during their 116-97 preseason win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday.In 17 minutes, the Minnesota Timberwolves guard tallied 11 points, four rebounds, and three assists. More importantly, Ball looked at home playing alongside his new co-stars, Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert.Oct 5, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) passes over Milwaukee Bucks forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images“He was great tonight. Y’all know. He plays like his hair is on fire. He gets everybody involved. He talked more than I expected throughout the game. That’s another big one for me, especially because I love people who talk. Let us know what you see,” Edwards said of Ball via The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski.“I think the more we play, the easier and easier it’s going to get and the more and more chemistry we’re going to get. But that being the first game, and the little practices we got under our belt, I think it was solid,” Ball said.Oct 5, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) drives for the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves guard LaMelo Ball (1) in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn ImagesMinnesota Timberwolves News: Chris Finch encouraged by LaMelo Ball’s preseason displayMinnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch praised LaMelo Ball’s ability to quickly adapt to his new teammates after their preseason win over the Milwaukee Bucks, and center Rudy Gobert doubled down on it. Ball’s ball-handling and creativity undoubtedly add to their pace, which was 12th in the league last season, while relieving Anthony Edwards of playmaking duties.“He brings a joy to the game, always fun to be around,” Finch said via Andrew Carlson of SI. “He’s got a fast chemistry with everybody, and I think we’re getting him at the right time.”“I think LaMelo is one of the best passers in this league, and one of the best creators, expecially for big men,” Gobert added. “I think he’s definitely going to bring something to our group that we need – pace, creation, and just having the ball moving.”More NBA News:Anthony Edwards Gets Massive MVP Backing as 1x NBA Champion Praises LaMelo Ball ImpactAnthony Edwards Keeps it Real About Getting Utilized as PG; Says He’s ‘Going to Be Great at My Game’ This 2026-27 Season4x All-Star Anthony Edwards Sends Positive Message Amid Timberwolves’ Shocking Roster ShakeupJonathan Kuminga’s Agent And Timberwolves GM Had 94 Calls Before Reaching A Deal