It can't be stressed enough just how much the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for LaMelo Ball benefits Anthony Edwards. Ball changes that, giving Edwards a true lead guard and high-end playmaker in the backcourt. Ball's offensive presence can help Edwards elevate as a defenderThere's no way around it: the Timberwolves need more from Edwards on defense after a shaky defensive season. However, there's no denying that Edwards' heavy offensive load contributed to his lackluster defensive season, and frankly, he has never had an ideal amount of offensive support. Lead executive Tim Connelly has referred to Edwards as the league's best two-way guard.