Overview
- Minnesota reworked its core this offseason by trading for LaMelo Ball and signing Jonathan Kuminga to pair with Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert.
- Edwards told reporters in training camp that he took two months off this summer to heal knee injuries and now feels fully recovered and back in game shape.
- Edwards said he sees himself as a natural two-guard and welcomed LaMelo taking primary initiating duties so he can operate more off the ball.
- Coach Chris Finch confirmed the full starting group will get extended minutes in the preseason as the staff tries to speed up chemistry between the new backcourt and the defense.
- Outside voices have branded Minnesota a potential sleeper, but pundits and team leaders say the roster must quickly gel on defense and in spacing before the regular season can confirm that upside.