LAMELO BALL NEWS

Lillard scores 26, Blazers hand Hornets 6th straight loss

Damian Lillard overcame a slow start to finish with 26 points on six 3-pointers and the Portland Trail Blazers beat Charlotte 105-95 to hand the Hornets their sixth straight loss

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out again Wednesday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Portland.

Impact Ball has yet to play this season due to an ankle injury. He'll likely be sidelined for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set Thursday as well, so the point guard's next chance to suit up will presumably come Saturday against Miami.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte faces Portland, seeks to halt 5-game skid

Charlotte looks to break its five-game losing streak when the Charlotte Hornets take on Portland

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kuzma, Wizards hand Hornets fifth straight loss, 108-100

Kyle Kuzma scored 20 points and the Washington Wizards handed the slumping Charlotte Hornets their fifth straight loss, 108-100

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hornets take on the Wizards on 4-game slide

Charlotte aims to stop its four-game slide when the Charlotte Hornets take on Washington

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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

Impact Coach Steve Clifford said late last week that he believes Ball will be back in action soon, but the point guard will be unable to make his season debut against Washington on Monday. Dennis Smith (ankle) is questionable for Monday's matchup, and Theo Maledon and Terry Rozier would likely see increased run if Smith joins Ball on the list of inactive players.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Durant scores 27, leads Nets past Hornets 98-94

Kevin Durant scored 27 points, including two big jumpers in the final minute, as the Brooklyn Nets erased a double-digit, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the short-handed Charlotte...

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still out Saturday Ball (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nets, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Ball is expected to rejoin the action relatively soon but will sit out at least one more contest Saturday. Terry Rozier (ankle) is considered questionable and could take over some on-ball duties from Dennis Smith if he returns, though Smith has played well of late in a starting role.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte faces Brooklyn, looks to stop 3-game skid

Charlotte aims to break its three-game skid when the Charlotte Hornets take on Brooklyn

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brooks scores 23 as Grizzlies rout Hornets 130-99

Dillon Brooks scored 23 points, matching his career-high with six 3-pointers, and the Memphis Grizzlies ran past Charlotte Hornets 130-99

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to return soon Coach Steve Clifford said Thursday that he believes the Hornets can get Ball (ankle) back in the next couple of days, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Clifford added that Ball is "able to do a little bit of contact now" and was a full participant in shootaround. The 2020 No. 3 pick has yet to make his season debut due to a sprained left ankle but should be returning soon. Dennis Smith is likely to remain the starting point guard while Ball and Terry Rozier (ankle) are out.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Ball (ankle) remains out Friday against the Grizzlies.

Impact Ball has yet to play this season and is without a firm timetable for a return. The Hornets next play Saturday against the Nets.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte faces Memphis, looks to end road skid

Charlotte will try to end its three-game road losing streak when the Hornets play Memphis

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago takes on conference rival Charlotte

Chicago hosts Charlotte in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still sidelined Wednseday Ball (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Ball doesn't have a firm timetable for his return to action, but his next opportunity to do so surfaces Friday against the Grizzlies. With Terry Rozier (ankle) also doubtful, Dennis Smith figures to handle starting duties on the ball again Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Ball's season debut continues to be delayed due to a sprained left ankle. His next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Bulls.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte hosts Sacramento after overtime win against Golden State

Charlotte hosts the Sacramento Kings after the Hornets defeated the Golden State Warriors 120-113 in overtime

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hornets spoil Curry's homecoming again, beat Warriors in OT

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OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injury Report: LaMelo Ball OUT vs. Warriors Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball will remained sidelined with an ankle injury against the Golden State Warriors

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

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

Impact Ball continues to work his way back from a sprained left ankle and will remain sidelined for a sixth consecutive contest. His next opportunity to make his 2022-23 debut will arrive Monday against the Kings.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fourth-year option picked up The Hornets exercised Ball's (ankle) fourth-year team option for 2023-24 on Thursday.

Impact Ball will become a restricted free agent after the 2023-24 season. While the 2020 No. 3 pick has yet to play this season, the Hornets clearly view him as a cornerstone of their future. Ball averaged 20.1 points, 7.6 assists, 6.7 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 32.3 minutes across 75 games last season.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Ball continues to deal with a sprained left ankle and will be sidelined for a fifth consecutive game to begin the 2022-23 season. Terry Rozier (ankle) and Cody Martin (quadriceps) are considered doubtful for Friday's matchup, so Dennis Smith, James Bouknight and Kelly Oubre should see plenty of run in Charlotte's backcourt.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't debut Wednesday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Knicks.

Impact Ball will miss a fourth straight game to start the 2022-23 campaign due to a left ankle sprain he suffered during the preseason. Backup point guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is also doubtful again, paving the way for Dennis Smith, James Bouknight and Theo Maledon to garner increased roles for a second consecutive contest.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York and Charlotte square off in conference matchup

Charlotte plays New York for an Eastern Conference matchup Wednesday

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oubre, Richards power Hornets to 126-109 win over Hawks

Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 24 points, Nick Richards added a career-high 20 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in a reserve role, and the Charlotte Hornets coasted to a 126-109 victory over...

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS