A key backup to LaMelo Ball is returning to the Charlotte Hornets after signing a $24 million contract during free agency.

In his fifth season with the Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo Ball posted 25.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 7.4 assists per game. He played 47 games before nursing injuries to his right wrist and right ankle.

LaMelo Ball is one of the most talented players in the NBA. That said, the 23-year-old has been unable to reach the playoffs in each of his first five seasons in the league. On Sunday, his father ...

When Charlotte attempted to manufacture space for LaMelo with screens, Camara slithered over them, making sure Ball was unable to pull up for his patented three-point stroke (Ball entered the game ...

LaMelo Ball, the Charlotte Hornets star, is in the news for his new tattoos. He has significantly expanded his body art this offseason. The back piece features "Rare One," a UFO, and spiritual ...

LaMelo Ball is fresh off the best season of his young NBA career with the Charlotte Hornets. Ball’s on-court brilliance continued to shine as a beacon of hope for the struggling franchise. Since ...

In fact, Ball posted the best numbers of his career this season, averaging 25.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game. LaMelo Ball was drafted by Charlotte as the third overall pick in ...

Out of 246 games over the last three seasons, LaMelo Ball has played only 105 games, missing over 57% of the games. The only time he played over 70 games in a season was in 2021-22 when he played ...

Related: LaMelo Ball Gets Real On Fans Wanting Him To Leave Charlotte And Play In A Bigger Market This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.

LaMelo Ball isn't being actively shopped around as trade bait, but that hasn't stopped the rumors from piling up. The Hornets have reportedly said their top star isn't available this offseason ...

LaVar Ball recently went viral for posting a video online in which he pitches to the Clippers that they need to make moves so that two of his sons, who are still in the NBA, LaMelo Ball and Lonzo ...

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has one of the most exciting signature sneaker lines in the NBA. Ball's PUMA basketball shoes have transcended the sport and begun taking over video games. In ...