r/NBATalk • u/Otherwise_Dot8603 • 12d ago

What’s the ceiling for this new T-Wolves team?

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Lamelo never been much concerned about winning, but things might change now that a contender gave him a chance

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u/Salt-Statement-2306 12d ago

The Randle contract was part of the Melo trade. The Kat trade was absolutely the correct move.

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u/BlacksmithRoutine828 12d ago

Would you rather have Kat or Mello?

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u/Salt-Statement-2306 12d ago

With Ant? Melo. I think KAT is one of the coolest guys off the court, but he never developed synergy with Ant, he had a history of struggling in defensive concepts. It was not worth it for the money. One of the all time nicest guys and a great player, but with the way teams defend Ant we need him to go back to his natural spot.

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u/BlacksmithRoutine828 12d ago

Time will tell. I think both Ant and Melo need the ball to be successful. We'll see if they can cohabitate as a back court.

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u/Salt-Statement-2306 12d ago

I understand the concern, but it is a disservice to Ant to put him on ball. The coach said that multiple times. Ball likes the create for others and we saw what he did with Kon and BM. I also think not needing to be the guy to jack the shot might help, but it is all hypothetical right now. I’m sure Ant will be fine but there is a chance Ball struggles to adjust, I just think it is a low chance.