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Concerning Video Of LaMelo Ball's Dangerous Driving Through Red Lights Should Worry People In Charlotte

LaMelo Ball made the headlines for all the wrong reasons recently. A Charlotte Hornets fan sued Ball after he allegedly drove over her child and broke his foot.

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LaMelo Ball sued for allegedly hitting a fan with car

Ball and the Hornets are being sued by a mother for an incident in which Ball allegedly struck an 11-year-old boy with his car.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / 9 hours ago

And-Ones: Ball Lawsuit, McCollum Award, Australia’s Olympic Team

LaMelo Ball and the Hornets are being sued by a North Carolina woman, who claims Ball allegedly struck her son with his vehicle during an attempt to obtain Ball’s autograph, according to ESPN’s Baxter Holmes.

LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / 11 hours ago

Hornets' Ball sued for allegedly driving over a child’s foot

Hornets' LaMelo Ball sued for allegedly driving over a child’s foot

LaMelo Ball and the Hornets have been sued by the mother of a boy whose foot was allegedly driven over and broken by Ball.

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Charlotte Hornets News / ClutchPoints / 7 hours ago

3 major offseason fixes Hornets must make to reach 2025 NBA Playoffs

As one of the youngest teams in the NBA, the Charlotte Hornets have their work cut out for them this offseaon to turn themselves into a playoff contender in 2025.

Charlotte Hornets News / ClutchPoints / 8 hours ago

Hornets’ best options for No. 6 pick in 2024 NBA Draft

With the 2024 NBA Draft quickly approaching, it’s that time of the year where teams are looking to add franchise players. Others are looking to at least add cornerstones to add to their cores.

Hornets Around the Web

Mother alleges Hornets' Ball hit son with car · ESPN

Mother sues LaMelo Ball and Hornets, alleges NBA star drove over son's foot at team event in 2023 · CBSSports.com

LaMelo Ball lawsuit, explained: Family claims Hornets star drove over son's foot · Sporting News

LaMelo Ball, Hornets Sued after NBA Player Allegedly Drove Over 11-Year-Old's Foot · Bleacher Report

Charlotte Hornets News / Viral Sports News / May 19

Charlotte Hornets Land Excellent Defender in 2024 NBA Mock Draft

With the Charlotte Hornets snagging the sixth pick in the NBA Lottery, ESPN recently completed their first mock draft and had them selecting a talented big man.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / May 16

Charlotte Hornets add three new front office personnel

The Charlotte Hornets announced the hiring of three new people as part of the basketball executive team. They are an assistant GM, a vice president of basketball operations and strategy, and a vice president of basketball insights and analysis.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / May 16

A 2024 offseason preview for the Charlotte Hornets

The Hornets had postseason aspirations entering training camp in 2023, but their season never really got off the ground due in large part to a series of injuries.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / May 15

Charlotte Hornets Secure 6th Pick In The NBA Draft

On Mother’s Day Weekend, the NBA Draft Lottery happened. The Charlotte Hornets secured the sixth pick in the upcoming draft. Last season, the Hornets finished with a 21-61 record, and it seemed like they would have received a top-five pick.

Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / May 14

Stephon Castle: The Missing Piece for the Hornets’ Playoff Push?

With the conclusion of the 2024 NBA draft, the Charlotte Hornets secured the 6th pick. Despite having a 13% chance to get the #1 pick, teams like the Hawks and the Rockets jumped ahead of them.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / May 14

Notable combine performances from potential Hornets targets

The NBA converged on Chicago for a busy draft related weekend. The G League combine was held over the weekend leading up to the draft lottery on Sunday afternoon.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 14

Three offseason moves the Clippers must make

The Clippers must make changes after another disappointing playoff exit before the NBA Finals — the fifth of the Kawhi Leonard-Paul George era.

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 14

Tracy McGrady Thinks Luck Is Important For Players’ Greatness: Stephen Curry Not In Top 10 If He Played For Hornets

Tracy McGrady's perspective on measuring a player's greatness stirred up a significant debate in the basketball community. McGrady posited that luck plays a substantial role in shaping a player's legacy and that winning isn't the sole criterion for greatness.

Miles Bridges News / Last Word On Sports / May 13

Three NBA Teams Linked to Controversial Forward

After signing a one-year, $7.9 million contract last summer, Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges will hit unrestricted free agency this offseason. Although the Hornets reportedly have interest in re-signing Bridges, two other teams appear to be keeping tabs on the 26-year-old.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 11

Jrue Holiday jokes about beating Charles Lee

Jrue Holiday jokes about beating departing Celtics assistant who just landed Hornets job

Celtics guard Jrue Holiday, who also worked with Lee in Milwaukee, shared his thoughts on Lee's new job opportunity.

Hornets hire top Celtics assistant as next head coach

Celtics slammed for getting 'complacent' in Game 2 loss

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Charlotte Hornets News / Hardwood Heroics / May 10

Charlotte Hornets Announces New Head Coach

After much deliberation and open candidates, the Charlotte Hornets announced today that Celtics Assistant Coach Charles Lee will take their head coaching spot.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 9

Hornets Hire New Head Coach From Title Contending Staff

The Charlotte Hornets have agreed to a four-year contract with Boston Celtics lead assistant coach Charles Lee to become their new head coach, according to ESPN.

Charlotte Hornets News / ClutchPoints / May 9

3 big takeaways from Charles Lee being named Hornets next head coach

The Charlotte Hornets finally got their head coach after Steve Clifford decided to transition into a front-office role. Boston Celtics assistant Charles Lee accepted the role of becoming Charlotte’s new head coach to replace Clifford.

Charlotte Hornets News / Viral Sports News / May 9

Charlotte Hornets Reportedly Hiring Charles Lee as Head Coach

The first major move the Charlotte Hornets needed to complete during the 2024 NBA offseason was finding a head coach. Near the end of the 2023-24 campaign, Steve Clifford announced that he would be stepping down, effective at the end of the season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / May 9

Hornets Hire Popular Head Coach Candidate

After multiple rounds of interviews, the Charlotte Hornets have finally decided who will be their new head coach, nabbing Boston Celtics lead assistant Charles Lee.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9