That much was proven while Connelly was running the Denver Nuggets, and even more so with the Minnesota Timberwolves. This offseason, Connelly dealt away the ultimate fan favorite, Naz Reid. That could cause the fan base to quickly turn against him if acquiring LaMelo Ball doesn’t work out as hoped. There’s a lot on the line regarding Connelly’s legacy and future with the team because of this offseason deal. The trade for Ball might be Connelly’s most important and biggest boom-or-bust move thus far.