Kendrick Perkins Names His 2026-27 NBA MVP Frontrunner
Summary
The Minnesota Timberwolves traded for LaMelo Ball to play alongside Anthony Edwards for the 2026-27 NBA season. NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins believes this new pairing could help Edwards win the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.Key Facts
- The Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets in a major trade.
- LaMelo Ball will be the main point guard, allowing Anthony Edwards to focus more on scoring.
- Anthony Edwards was an NBA All-Star for the fourth straight year and scored an average of 28.8 points per game last season.
- LaMelo Ball averaged 20.1 points and 7.1 assists per game last season with the Hornets.
- Analyst Kendrick Perkins named Edwards his top pick for the 2026-27 NBA MVP award.
- Perkins said having Ball as a playmaker will reduce pressure on Edwards.
- The Timberwolves hope this new backcourt duo will improve their overall team performance.
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