Instead of starting in Saturday night’s 136-116 loss to the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center, the Charlotte Hornets ’ star guard came off the bench for the second time this season, still keeping in tune with the staff’s attempt to maximize his availability in the fourth quarter.

LaMelo Ball is set to play for the Charlotte Hornets against the Denver Nuggets on January 18, 2026. His return boosts Charlotte's offense, averaging 21.8 points on their recent road trip. Despite Denver's key absences,

LaMelo Ball played his high school ball not far from Crypto.com Arena. After his performance near his hometown, Luka Doncic had to show love.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic gave Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball his flowers after a 135-117 loss on Thursday. After Doncic's scuffle with Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder this week, he had nothing but good things to say about the guard who gave the Lakers 30 points on 10-of-20 shooting, including a whopping nine threes.

LaMelo Ball and Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee are reportedly not aligned, according to ESPN analyst and former long-time center Kendrick Perkins.

LaMelo Ball, the youngest of the Ball brothers, boasts a $40 million net worth as of 2025, largely fueled by his NBA salary and a lucrative Puma endorsement. His older brother, Lonzo, has an estimated net worth of $35 million,

The Hornets are going to be keeping LaMelo Ball, but his backup in Collin Sexton is not safe whatsoever from trade rumors.

LaMelo Ball has been linked to trade rumors, and in this mock deal, he joins the Minnesota Timberwolves, boosting their title chances.