So last year, when Ball was off to a blistering start but was snubbed from the All-Star Game, the win/loss record loomed large. This year, the Hornets might, in one insider's eyes, be competitive enough to justify getting Ball back into the All-Star Game.

This is the deepest, most talented, least-selfish team LaMelo Ball has ever led, and it’s showing. For the first time he’s having fun on the court, playing the way he wants to, and watching everything pan out. It’s also come with a true realization about what’s important.

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas outlines what LaMelo Ball needs to do to reach the next stage as a superstar in the business world.

The Charlotte Hornets look noticeably different to begin the 2025–26 season. After an active offseason that included multiple trades and four selections in the NBA Draft, Charlotte has retooled its roster with a mix of youth and experience.

LaMelo Ball had 38 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists for his 11th career triple-double, and the Charlotte Hornets erased a double-digit halftime deficit to defeat the Washington Wizards 139-113

The NBA media seems to have a weird obsession with Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball. On the one hand, the narrative is often that he is not a winning player

LaMelo Ball’s night in Philadelphia had all the makings of a statement game until one shot flipped the story. The Charlotte Hornets star, who had been brilliant all evening with 27 points, nine rebounds,

The viral meme has origins from a TikTok edit of Hornets guard Lamelo Ball, who is 6 feet, 7 inches tall.

Ball registered his 11th career triple-double and first since Nov. 5, 2023, posting 35 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists. He was extremely efficient, totaling a plus-minus of plus-32, and essentially put the Hornets (2-1) on the back of his 6-foot-7 frame in the first half before igniting the rest of the team.

LaMelo Ball’s late 3-point attempt barely hit the rim as Quentin Grimes’ clutch shot sealed the 76ers’ win over the Hornets.