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sports7 days ago

LaMelo Ball Plays Through Uptown Crash as Hornets Fall to Rockets

LaMelo Ball played 31 minutes in the Hornets’ 105-101 loss to the Houston Rockets after being involved in a two-car crash in uptown Charlotte. He finished with 11 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, saying he’s blessed to be OK. CMPD said one person was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the scene, and coach Charles Lee stressed focusing on adversity as Charlotte sits 10th in the East at 26-30 amid recent suspensions of Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate.

via Charlotte Observer|
#car-crash#charlotte-hornets#lamelo-ball
LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Crash With Camouflage Hummer
sports9 days ago

LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Crash With Camouflage Hummer

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball was involved in a crash at Trade and Tryon in Uptown Charlotte, crashing his camo-wrapped 2022 GMC Hummer EV into a sedan and ripping off a front wheel; the vehicle blocked Gold Line tracks, and one person was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Ball reportedly exited the damaged vehicle and left the scene in another car, later reportedly getting into a trailing Lamborghini, while Ball continues to be out with a calf injury.

via OutKick|
#car-crash#charlotte-hornets#hummer-ev
LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Crash, Emerges from Hummer to Lamborghini
local10 days ago

LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Crash, Emerges from Hummer to Lamborghini

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball was involved in a crash in Uptown Charlotte while driving a custom 2022 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1. Witnesses say Ball exited the Hummer and entered a Lamborghini as a gray Kia collided while Ball attempted a left turn onto Tryon Street; one person sustained minor injuries and both vehicles were towed. Police have not released who was driving or full details, and the incident is developing.

via WSOC TV|
#car-crash#hummer-ev-edition-1#lamborghini
LaMelo Ball Responds to $100K Fine for Anti-Gay Remark
sports1 year ago

LaMelo Ball Responds to $100K Fine for Anti-Gay Remark

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball apologized for making an anti-gay comment during a post-game interview, which resulted in a $100,000 fine from the NBA. Ball expressed regret and stated he did not intend to offend anyone. Hornets' head coach Charles Lee confirmed Ball's remorse and commitment to improving his conduct. The incident occurred after a game against the Milwaukee Bucks, and Ball is currently averaging a career-high 29.7 points per game this season.

via New York Post |
#anti-gay-comment#apology#charlotte-hornets
Controversial Calls and Comments Ignite Tensions in Hornets vs. Bucks Clash
sports1 year ago

Controversial Calls and Comments Ignite Tensions in Hornets vs. Bucks Clash

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball sparked controversy with a homophobic remark during a post-game interview after a narrow 115-114 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Ball's comment, 'We loaded up – no homo,' drew mixed reactions from fans, with some predicting a fine similar to past NBA incidents. The game itself was contentious, with a disputed foul call against Giannis Antetokounmpo in the final seconds, which referees later admitted was incorrect. This follows a similar incident in a previous game against the Detroit Pistons.

via Daily Mail|
#controversial-win#giannis-antetokounmpo#homophobic-comment
Hornets Edge Bucks 115-114 Amid Controversial Officiating
sports1 year ago

Hornets Edge Bucks 115-114 Amid Controversial Officiating

LaMelo Ball scored 19 of his 26 points in the second half to lead the Charlotte Hornets to a narrow 115-114 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double. Ball's crucial free throws with 7.3 seconds left sealed the win after a controversial foul call on Antetokounmpo. Miles Bridges contributed 19 points for the Hornets, while Moussa Diabate added 12 points and 14 rebounds. The Hornets outrebounded the Bucks 53-40, overcoming the absence of their centers.

via ESPN|
#charlotte-hornets#giannis-antetokounmpo#lamelo-ball
sports1 year ago

McCain's Career-High Leads Sixers to Overtime Victory Against Hornets

In a crucial moment during overtime of the Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers game, a successful challenge by Charlotte overturned a foul call on LaMelo Ball with 16.3 seconds remaining. Crew Chief Courtney Kirkland explained that the replay showed Ball legally deflected the ball before any contact, leading to the reversal of the foul decision.

via NBA Official|
#charlotte-hornets#lamelo-ball#nba
"NBA Rumors: Celtics' Assistant Favored for Hornets' Head Coach Position"
sports1 year ago

"NBA Rumors: Celtics' Assistant Favored for Hornets' Head Coach Position"

Steve Clifford is stepping down as the Charlotte Hornets' coach at the end of the season and is set to take on a front office role with the franchise. The decision comes as Clifford, 62, is not prepared to commit to the year-round grind of head coaching for the 2024-2025 season. The Hornets will begin an immediate search for his successor, with assistant coaching candidates from various NBA teams expected to be considered. Despite the team's injury challenges, the emergence of No. 2 overall pick Brandon Miller and a core of young players make the Hornets job appealing. Clifford is also expected to take on an adviser position within the organization.

via ESPN|
#charlotte-hornets#coaching#lamelo-ball
"Terry Rozier-Kyle Lowry Trade: Impact on Hornets, Heat, and NBA Trade Market"
sports2 years ago

"Terry Rozier-Kyle Lowry Trade: Impact on Hornets, Heat, and NBA Trade Market"

The Charlotte Hornets traded Terry Rozier to Miami for Kyle Lowry and a future first-round pick, providing financial flexibility and potential trade assets. The move allows LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller more playing time together, as the team looks to build around its young core. President of basketball operations Mitch Kupchak indicated the trade doesn't signal a complete rebuild but suggested the Hornets remain open to further deals. Additionally, the team may explore trading Gordon Hayward, who is currently sidelined with an injury, and could consider buying out Lowry if a trade doesn't materialize.

via hoopsrumors.com|
#charlotte-hornets#kyle-lowry#lamelo-ball