LaMelo Ball News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

LaMelo Ball Still Dealing with Ankle Pain The Hornets star spoke with the media Wednesday night about his return to the floor.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Looks sharp in return Ball (ankle) logged 34 minutes in Wednesday's 141-134 overtime loss to the Pistons, finishing with 23 points (9-18 FG, 5-13 3Pt), 11 assists and one rebound.

Impact Though head coach Steve Clifford suggested Ball would play "shorter stints" in his return from an 11-game absence due to an aggravation of the sprained left ankle that sidelined him for the start of the season, the point guard ended up seeing what looked to be a normal allotment of minutes before fouling out of the contest with 30 seconds left in regulation. Perhaps just as importantly, Ball performed as well as ever, shooting efficiently from the field while committing just one turnover. Fantasy managers who had stashed him in an injured reserve spot during his prolonged absence can feel comfortable activating him again.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball has returned. But until Hornets start playing defense, it doesn't matter Playing for only the fourth time in Charlotte’s 28 games, LaMelo Ball had 23 points and 11 assists Wednesday night. Yet the Hornets gave up...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Burks, Pistons spoil Ball's return to floor with OT win

Alec Burks scored a season-high 27 points off the bench, Killian Hayes added 25 and the Detroit Pistons spoiled LaMelo Ball’s return to the floor with a 141-134 overtime victory ag...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Pesky Pistons Spoil LaMelo Ball's Return The Hornets fall to 7-21 on the season.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

LaMelo Ball RETURNS 🔥 23 PTS, 11 AST Highlights vs Pistons

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Ready to Ball: LaMelo returns to Hornets against Pistons

Charlotte Hornets All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball returned Wednesday night against the Detroit Pistons after missing 11 games because of an ankle injury

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Pregame Update on LaMelo Ball's Status vs Pistons See what head coach Steve Clifford had to say about the availability of his talented young guard.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Making return Wednesday Ball (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports. The guard will play in shorter stints but still "a decent amount of...

Impact After an 11-game absence, the Hornets' star will be back on the hardwood. Between two ankle injuries, Ball has appeared in only three games this season, averaging 19.3 points, 7.0 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 32.7 minutes. It sounds like he'll be on a light minutes restriction Wednesday, but it should be back to normal fairly quickly. With his return, less usage will presumably be available for Terry Rozier and Kelly Oubre, while Theo Maledon, Bryce McGowens and James Bouknight could see their minutes reduced.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball Set to Return Tonight? Charlotte may get their best player back on the floor sooner than later.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

LaMelo Ball Set to Return Tonight? Charlotte may get their best player back on the floor sooner than later.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Upgraded to questionable Ball (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against Detroit, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Ball was initially ruled out for a 12th consecutive game ahead of Wednesday's matchup, but he'll be in the mix to return to the court against the Pistons. Given the length of his absence, it wouldn't be surprising to see his minutes restricted if he's given the green light Wednesday, but he's optimistic that he'll be able to suit up against Detroit.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets star LaMelo Ball has been upgraded. When could Charlotte's star return to action? Ball hasn’t played since re-injuring his ankle at the tail end of his home debut in the Hornets’ 125-113 loss to Indiana on Nov. 16.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Still out Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Pistons.

Impact Ball has played in only three games this year while battling a lingering ankle sprain. It's unclear when he'll be able to suit up again, but his next chance will arrive Friday against Atlanta.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Ball (ankle) will not suit up for Sunday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact This is par for the course for Ball this season, with the star point guard limited to just three games played. There's no word on when he's expected back, but Ball will have to wait until Wednesday versus the Pistons for his next opportunity to rejoin the action.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Impact It's not yet clear when Ball will be able to return to game action as he continues to recover from a sprained left ankle. Dennis Smith (ankle) is also out, so Terry Rozier and Theo Maledon should operate as the Hornets' top two point guards Friday.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wednesday Ball (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's game versus the Nets.

Impact Ball doesn't have a clear timetable for his return to the floor, and there haven't been any indicators of his progress of late. With Dennis Smith (ankle) also out again, Terry Rozier and Theo Maledon should handle most of the point guard duties.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball returned early due to a teammate's injury. But he won't be able to save reeling Hornets After being sidelined by an ankle injury for the first 12 games, LaMelo Ball came back Saturday in part because of Dennis Smith Jr.’s sprain...

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Leonard returns, hits game-winner as Clippers beat Hornets

Kawhi Leonard scored 16 points, including an 18-foot jumper with 1.4 seconds to lift the Los Angeles Clippers to a 119-117 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in his return from a r...

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Out again Monday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact It will be the eighth straight absence for Ball due to a sprained left ankle. The 21-year-old has played in only three games all season and remains without an official timeline for his return. Dennis Smith (ankle) is also out, leaving Terry Rozier and Theo Maledon to handle point duties.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oubre and Charlotte take on Los Angeles in non-conference play

Charlotte faces Los Angeles in non-conference action

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Giannis-less Bucks cruise to 105-96 win over Hornets

Bobby Portis scored 20 points and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Hornets 105-96, despite missing star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Ball (ankle) remains sidelined for Saturday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Ball will miss his seventh consecutive tilt because of his ankle problem and has appeared in only three games all season, causing headaches for fantasy managers. The team hasn't offered any specific target date for the star point guard's return, but his next opportunity arrives Monday against the Clippers. Terry Rozier should operate as the primary ball handler, with Ball and Dennis Smith (ankle) out again. Theo Maledon should also mix in a healthy amount.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee against Charlotte after 40-point game

Milwaukee plays the Charlotte Hornets after Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 40 points in the Bucks' 133-129 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Rozier, Hornets hold on to beat Wizards 117-116

Terry Rozier scored 25 points, Kelly Oubre Jr. added 22 and the Charlotte Hornets held off a second-half rally by Bradley Beal and the Wizards to hand Washington its fifth loss in...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

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