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LaMelo Ball with 33 PTS, 8 REB, 6 AST vs Magic

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Nearly triple-doubles Ball provided 23 points (7-23 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and five steals across 40 minutes before fouling out of Friday's 118-112 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Ball continues to light up the stat sheet as per usual, but his shooting woes are still lingering. In his previous 10 games, he was hitting just 38.5 percent from the field. The important thing is that he's healthy after missing three games towards the end of January, and he has favorable matchups coming up against the Magic and Wizards to find his rhythm.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball SOLID 23 PTS 8 AST Full Highlights vs Pistons 🔥

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores 19 with 18 shots Thursday Ball totaled 19 points (8-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and two steals over 36 minutes before getting ejected from Thursday's 114-98 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Ball couldn't finish the game after picking up his sixth foul late in the fourth quarter, and while his shooting woes were noticeable, he still salvaged his fantasy performance with solid contributions in other categories. Ball has looked outstanding since returning from a three-game absence in late January, averaging 20.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists and 1.5 steals per game in his last four outings.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dosunmu, White lead way as Bulls beat Hornets 114-98

Ayo Dosunmu matched a season high with 22 points, Coby White scored 20 and the Chicago Bulls overcame shaky outings by DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine to beat the Charlotte Hornets 1...

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Drops triple-double Tuesday Ball closed Tuesday's 124-115 loss to the Bucks with 27 points (10-26 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, 11 assists, three blocks and three steals over 40 minutes.

Impact Ball put up the eighth triple-double of his career in the loss, adding six combined steals and blocks for good measure. Still working his way back from multiple ankle injuries, Ball's counting stats have continued to pick up steam of late. His efficiency remains a work in progress, especially over the past two months, during which time he is shooting under 35 percent from the field. Given his career numbers, this should start to level out assuming he can stay healthy.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball's triple-double not enough. What we learned in Hornets' loss at Milwaukee LaMelo Ball had a triple-double with 27 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds but the Charlotte Hornets fell to the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday...

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Bucks beat Hornets 124-115 for 5th consecutive victory

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 34 points and 18 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Hornets 124-115 on Tuesday night to win their fifth straight and avenge one of their...

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LaMelo Ball Triple-Double 🔥 27 PTS, 11 AST, 10 REB vs Bucks

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Balanced showing in winning effort Ball amassed 19 points (7-17 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Sunday's 122-117 victory over the Heat.

Impact Ball finished as one of five Hornets players in double figures in scoring Sunday, posting team-high-tying assist and rebound marks. Ball has tallied at least 15 points, five assists and five rebounds in 13 games this year, including in two straight.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rozier, Washington help Hornets rally past Heat 122-117

Terry Rozier scored 31 points, P

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LaMelo Ball RETURNS from Injury 🔥 19 PTS, 7 AST, 7 REB vs Heat

JANUARY 29, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Rough shooting night in return Ball (ankle/wrist) finished Thursday's 111-96 win over the Bulls with 15 points (2-15 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 11 rebounds and eight assists in 37 minutes.

Impact Though Ball's third multi-game absence of the season due to a left ankle sprain proved to be more short-lived than his prior two absences, the star point guard endured a rough night in his return to the lineup. Ball's season-long field-goal percentage dropped to 40 percent after the 2-for-15 outing, but he at least filled out the counting categories. Perhaps more importantly, Ball didn't face any limitations with his minutes, offering hope that his ankle -- as well as his more minor right wrist injury -- won't inhibit him moving forward.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rozier, Plumlee lead Hornets past Bulls 111-96

Terry Rozier scored 28 points, Mason Plumlee added 21 points and 12 rebounds and the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Chicago Bulls 111-96

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cleared to play Thursday Ball (ankle, wrist) will make his return Thursday against the Bulls.

Impact Ball is back following a three-game absence and should return to the starting lineup. With Gordon Hayward (hamstring) also available, Dennis Smith, Bryce McGowens and Jalen McDaniels could see reduced roles. In January, Ball is averaging 23.2 points, 8.7 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 34.0 minutes.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Ball (ankle/wrist) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against Chicago.

Impact Ball has missed three straight games due to a left ankle sprain and right wrist soreness. It's unclear if one issue is more severe than the other, but it doesn't look like he's making much progress. If Ball is sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest, Terry Rozier would presumably draw another start at point guard, while Dennis Smith and Bryce McGowens see extra minutes. Following Thursday's matchup, the Hornets' next game arrives Sunday against Miami.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Phoenix, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact As anticipated, Ball will be held out Tuesday evening due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to return will arrive Thursday against the Bulls.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Tuesday Ball (ankle) is doubtful and unlikely to play Tuesday against the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact This is not an encouraging sign for the point guard, who had been listed as questionable earlier Tuesday. If he ends up missing a third straight contest, Terry Rozier should operate as Charlotte's primary ballhandler once again.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Ball (ankle/wrist) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Impact Ball has missed back-to-back contests due to a left ankle sprain and right wrist soreness. He's listed as questionable once again, but given he drew the same designation ahead of Charlotte's previous contest, it doesn't shed any clarity on his availability for Tuesday. If he's sidelined again, Terry Rozier figures to be the primary beneficiary.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix faces Charlotte, seeks 4th straight victory

Phoenix takes on Charlotte aiming to prolong its three-game win streak

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Listed as out Monday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Jazz, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Ball has been downgraded to out after initially being listed as questionable due to a left ankle sprain. Terry Rozier figures to be in line for another start at point guard with Ball sidelined.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Monday Ball (ankle/wrist) is questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Ball was sidelined for Saturday's matchup against Atlanta due to ankle and wrist issues, and his status is up in the air for Monday's game. However, it's slightly encouraging that he's questionable against Utah after being labeled as doubtful ahead of Saturday's game. Dennis Smith and Bryce McGowens will likely see increased run if Ball is unavailable once again Monday.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets' Ball sidelined again by left ankle soreness

Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball was ruled out of Saturday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks with a sore left ankle and right knee soreness

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Saturday Ball (ankle, wrist) is out Saturday against the Hawks, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact As expected, Ball will sit out after again injuring the same ankle that's already cost him 24 games this season. In his absence, more minutes should be available for Dennis Smith and Bryce McGowens.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks face the Hornets on 5-game win streak

Atlanta hosts Charlotte aiming to prolong its five-game win streak

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS