LAMELO BALL NEWS

Will not play Sunday Ball (ankle) will not play Sunday against Portland.

Impact Ball returned to practice Wednesday, but he'll end up missing his 14th straight game in a row. Considering where the Hornets are in the standings, they are likely to err on the side of caution. Ball should be considered questionable at best for Tuesday against the Bucks.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Ball returned to practice Wednesday, but it's still unclear when he'll be able to suit up again. He'll miss a 13th straight game Friday, and his next chance to suit up will come Sunday in Portland. While Ball remains sidelined, Tre Mann should continue to play a significant role for the Hornets.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball Remains "Out" With Right Ankle Injury After All-Star Break Ball continues to recover from Right Ankle Tendinopathy

FEBRUARY 22 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Returns to practice, still out Ball (ankle) participated in Wednesday's practice and is progressing in his recovery but won't play Thursday's game versus the Jazz, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer report...

Impact Ball will miss his 12th straight game Thursday due to a right ankle injury. However, the star guard's return to practice and participation in on-court activities is a good sign that he will retake the floor soon. Ball's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Golden State.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out through All-Star break Ball (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Ball's absence streak will extend to 11 games Wednesday due to right ankle tendinitis. The 22-year-old guard will have extra time to recover, as Charlotte's next contest doesn't come until after the All-Star Break on Feb. 22 against Utah.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Ball (ankle) is inactive for Monday's game against Indiana.

Impact Ball has not played since Jan. 26 due to right ankle tendinitis. Charlotte will likely continue being extremely cautious with his health, so it's unclear when the 22-year-old will return.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Still out ball (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Ball will miss his ninth straight game Friday while dealing with right ankle tendinopathy. Ball's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Indiana.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 9 • MAXPREPS.COM

Another absence coming Ball (ankle) is out for Friday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Ball's absence streak will extend to eight games Friday due to a right ankle injury. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Memphis.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Wednesday Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Per Nick Carboni of WCNC Charlotte, coach Steve Clifford said Monday Ball is still experiencing "a lot of pain" in his right ankle and "doesn't feel comfortable," so it's not surprising to see him ruled out for a seventh straight game. The Hornets continue to update the point guard's status game-by-game, but he may be sidelined through the All-Star break given Carboni's report.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Ball will miss a sixth straight game, and he doesn't have a timetable to return, though his next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus Toronto. The point guard is content taking his time so he can play at an All-Star level when he's back on the court, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go vs. Pacers Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Indiana, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Ball remains without a firm timetable for a return and is set to miss his fifth consecutive matchup while dealing with a right ankle injury. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive Monday against the Lakers.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball Remains Out as Hornets Visit Thunder Tonight’s injury report for the Charlotte Hornets.

FEBRUARY 3 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

LaMelo Ball Remains Out as Hornets Visit Thunder Tonight’s injury report for the Charlotte Hornets.

FEBRUARY 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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

Impact As expected, Ball has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a fourth straight game. There's no timetable for Ball's return, but he's content taking his time so he can play at an All-Star level when he's back on the court, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Ball (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's matchup with the Thunder.

Impact It appears Ball is on track to sit out his fourth straight game, which means we'll continue to see Miles Bridges and Cody Martin help facilitate the offense with Brandon Miller getting an uptick in usage. Ball managers can expect to get official word on his status closer to Friday's tip.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball to Miss Third Straight Game Tonight’s injury report for the Charlotte Hornets.

JANUARY 31 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Downgraded to out Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact As expected, Ball has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a fourth straight game due to right ankle soreness. The Hornets are expected to be cautious with their superstar point guard given their place in the standings, and Ball, who's dealt with chronic ankle issues early in his NBA career, is content on taking his time so he can play at an All-Star level when he's back on the court, per Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Wednesday Ball is doubtful to play Wednesday versus Chicago, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Ball is at risk of missing his third consecutive game while Charlotte manages his right ankle soreness. Frank Ntilikina (hip) is not featured on the injury report, which gives Charlotte additional backcourt depth if Ball cannot suit up Wednesday.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball is Top 15 in NBA Jersey Sales The Charlotte Hornets guard is becoming an NBA fan favorite.

JANUARY 30 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

LaMelo Ball Downgraded to Out vs. Knicks Tonight’s injury report for the Hornets.

JANUARY 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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

Impact Ball was questionable for Monday's matchup and will be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to a sore right ankle. Ish Smith, Brandon Miller and Nick Smith are candidates to see increased run Monday, while Ball's next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against the Bulls.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Ball is questionable to play Monday versus the Knicks due to right ankle soreness.

Impact Ball's workload is being carefully managed by Charlotte, and he's at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to lingering soreness. Ish Smith is the only true point guard on the roster if Ball is unable to suit up Monday, but Brandon Miller has been thriving with increased usage of late.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball Ruled Out vs. Jazz Tonight’s injury report for the Hornets.

JANUARY 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM