There will be no suspension for LaMelo Ball, but the Hornets point guard was fined for two separate incidents from Tuesday’s dramatic Play-In win over the

Among those who have carped at Ball is Wright, who called the 2022 All-Star a clown. The sportscaster doubled down on his criticism with a social media post on X, explaining that he went "scorched earth" on Melo for intentionally injuring Bam and being a menace on the streets of Charlotte.

Hornets have continued NC's recent hot streak for pro sports teams and can make the NBA playoffs if they win one more play-in game Friday.

The Hornets have completed an impressive turnaround during the 2025-26 season, aided by a number of young players.

While Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball apologized and said he was going to reach out to Bam Adebayo after tugging on his ankle during Tuesday's Eastern Conference play-in tournament game, the Miami Heat big man—who exited with an injury as a result of the play—said that is yet to happen.

In Miami, the NBA's decision that LaMelo Ball grabbing Bam Adebayo was an ejection-worthy flagrant foul didn't register much of a reaction.

With the Orlando Magic facing elimination against the Charlotte Hornets, we examine if Jamahl Mosley is coaching for his job and what a loss would mean for the franchise.

Coby White #3 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts after making a basket late in the second half against the Miami Heat during their game at Spect