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Regular Season | 33.4 | 28.0 | 41.6 | 5.2 | 7.4 |
Top LaMelo Ball News
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Won't play Sunday
Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Ball was a late addition to the injury report and ultimately won't suit up for the first half of Charlotte's back-to-back set. Nick Smith (back) is also out, so KJ Simpson, Seth Curry, Elfrid Payton and Isaiah Wong should all handle increased roles in the backcourt. Ball will likely return to action Monday in Brooklyn and can be considered probable until the team releases an official injury report.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Downgraded to questionable
Ball (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
After initially being left off the injury report, Ball is now questionable for Sunday, the first night of a back-to-back set. The point guard will likely miss at least one of the next two games, but it's unclear which one it'll be. When he's sidelined, KJ Simpson, Elfrid Payton and Isaiah Wong would be candidates for increased roles.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Double-doubles in return
Ball recorded 24 points (9-26 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and 10 assists across 36 minutes during Friday's 117-116 win over San Antonio.
Ball returned to the lineup after missing the previous five games due to an ankle injury. He moved straight back into the starting lineup, recording his seventh double-double of the season. The fact he logged a team-high 36 minutes would indicate he is over his most recent injury, a good sign for his immediate playing future. As long as he can stay healthy, Ball should continue to facilitate the offense while also leading the way when it comes to shot attempts.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Playing Friday vs. San Antonio
Ball (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Ball has missed the Hornets' last five games due to a left ankle sprain, but he's progressed enough in his recovery to play in Friday's contest. Ball's return to the starting lineup will likely lead to KJ Simpson coming off the bench. Ball averaged 23.4 points, 7.0 assists, 5.1 rebounds and 1.6 steals over 32.2 minutes per game in the nine games prior to his ankle injury.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Questionable Friday
Ball (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Ball has missed the Hornets' last five games after suffering an ankle sprain in their recent loss to the Lakers. If the star guard can't play against San Antonio, the team could turn to KJ Simpson, Isaiah Wong, Seth Curry, and Nick Smith to help shoulder the load in Charlotte's backcourt.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Progressing in recovery
The Hornets announced Tuesday that Ball (ankle) has progressed to on-court activity, and additional updates on his status will be updated as appropriate.
Ball has already been ruled out for Wednesday's contest versus the Bucks, marking his fifth straight absence due to a sprained left ankle. However, it appears that the 23-year-old guard is progressing well in his recovery and could return to action soon. Until Ball is officially cleared to play, Vasilije Micic (ankle) will likely continue to start, as Tre Mann (back) and Brandon Miller (wrist) are out for the season.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Out at least one week
The Hornets announced Wednesday that an MRI on Ball's left ankle confirmed the initial diagnosis of a sprain. The point guard is scheduled to be re-evaluated in one week.
Ankle injuries have plagued Ball throughout his NBA career, and though he has been wearing braces on both ankles for protection this season, he still ended up turning his left ankle while backpedaling down the court and stepping on the foot of the Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt in Monday's 112-107 loss. While the Hornets didn't provide word on the severity of Ball's ankle sprain, the team will hold him out through at least the middle of next week before providing an update on his status. Ball is in the midst of a stellar fifth NBA season, averaging a career-high 28.2 points per game to go with 7.3 assists, 5.3 rebounds, 4.1 three-pointers and 1.4 steals in 33.3 minutes over 31 appearances. Vasilije Micic is likely to serve as the Hornets' starting point guard for the duration of Ball's absence.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Won't play Wednesday
Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets.
Ball suffered a left ankle sprain in Monday's loss to the Lakers and will miss at least one game as a result. The Hornets haven't provided an update on the severity of the sprain, as Ball is still undergoing further evaluation, which likely includes an MRI. Vasilije Micic will likely start at point guard Wednesday in Ball's stead.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Sprains ankle, won't return Monday
Ball won't return to Monday's game against the Lakers due to a sprained left ankle. He recorded seven points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one assist and one steal in nine minutes prior to leaving the contest.
After drilling a three-pointer with 8:47 remaining in the second quarter, Ball suffered the injury while backpedaling down the court and inadvertently stepping on the foot of the Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt. Ball was able to get up but intentionally fouled the Lakers' Austin Reaves so that he could check out of the game, with the Hornets ruling him out soon thereafter. While the severity of the injury presumably won't be known until he undergoes further testing, Ball's long history of ankle issues since being drafted in 2020 makes it more likely than not that he misses time. Vasilije Micic will likely step in as the Hornets' starting point guard if Ball is unable to play in the Hornets' next game Wednesday versus the Nets.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Heading to locker room
Ball went to the locker room after appearing to suffer a leg injury during the second quarter of Monday's game against the Lakers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Ball went down after colliding with Jarred Vanderbilt and went to the locker room to get checked out immediately after. Vasilije Micic and Seth Curry would get more looks in the backcourt if Ball is unable to return.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Team-high 25 points vs. NOLA
Ball contributed 25 points (9-21 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 3-6 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 30 minutes during Saturday's 123-92 victory over the Pelicans.
Ball returned Saturday from a one-game absence due to a sprained right wrist and led the Hornets in both scoring and assists. He wasn't the most efficient from the field and connected on just 50.0 percent of his free-throw attempts, but Ball will continue to see plenty of volume as Charlotte's clear No. 1 option on offense. Over his last eight outings, Ball has averaged 25.5 points, 7.8 assists, 5.6 rebounds and 1.6 rebounds over 35.2 minutes per game.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Cleared to play Saturday
Ball (wrist) is available to play against the Pelicans on Saturday.
Ball was held out of Friday's 102-97 loss to the Trail Blazers due to a sprained right wrist, but the injury isn't severe enough for him to miss a second straight game. Over his last seven outings, Ball has averaged 25.6 points, 7.9 assists, 5.9 rebounds and 1.6 steals over 35.9 minutes per game; however, he's shot just 39.6 percent from the field over that span (including 29.5 percent from three on 11.1 3PA/G).
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Expected to play Saturday
Ball (wrist) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Trail Blazers.
Ball is expected to return to action Saturday after missing Charlotte's previous contest due to a right wrist injury. The star guard should reclaim his starting spot from Vasilije Micic if he's upgraded to available.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Ruled out Friday
Ball (wrist) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
The Hornets will be shorthanded for Friday's game against Portland, with two of their best players ruled out. Miles Bridges (back) will join Ball watching from the sideline. This will be the 12th game that the star guard will miss for Charlotte this season, but it could be a resting situation, as the Hornets play the second game of a back-to-back Saturday against the Pelicans.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Iffy against Portland
Ball is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers due to a sprained right wrist, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Ball is in danger of missing his first contest since Jan. 3 due to a sprained right wrist. If the star guard is ultimately downgraded to out, Vasilije Micic will likely receive increased playing time.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Keeps 20-point streak alive
Ball posted 22 points (7-20 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds and six assists in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 loss to the Grizzlies.
Ball has been among the highest-scoring guards in the Eastern Conference this season, with the freedom to shoot on a rebuilding team. His numbers are worth highlighting since he's been an absolute stud in fantasy, even though the availability has been an issue at times. He's scored at least 20 points in his last 10 appearances, averaging 26.7 points, 8.2 assists, 5.6 rebounds and 1.6 steals per game in that stretch.
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Hornets' LaMelo Ball: All-around showing in victory
Ball provided 23 points (8-21 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists, one block and two steals in 38 minutes during Monday's 110-105 win over the Mavericks.
Ball did a little bit of everything to lift Charlotte to victory Monday, leading all players in assists to go along with a team-high-tying scoring total while finishing second on the team in rebounds in a balanced showcase. Ball has tallied at least 20 points, seven rebounds and seven assists in six contests this season while posting at least 20 points in nine consecutive outings.
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Player Bio
HT/WT: 6-7, 180 lbs |
Birthplace: Chino Hills, CA |
Age: 23 |
Experience: 4 |