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LaMelo Ball’s Presidential Ambitions Lost Him No.1 Draft Spot to Anthony Edwards in 2020

Jon Krawczynski shared a surprising detail from Minnesota’s 2020 draft process. During a pre-draft interview, the Wolves asked LaMelo what he aspired to do after his playing career. His answer: “I want to be president of the United States.” The response reportedly didn’t land well, becoming one of several factors that nudged Minnesota toward selecting Edwards at No. 1.