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NBA fans all feel the same about LaMelo Ball crashing his Hummer in Charlotte

NBA fans were left saying the same thing after footage showed LaMelo Ball crashing his Hummer in Charlotte before later switching into a Lamborghini. The viral clips have triggered widespread debate online, with supporters questioning both what happened and how the situation unfolded after the collision.

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LaMelo Ball Involved in Minor Car Collision in Uptown Charlotte

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball was involved in a car accident Wednesday afternoon in uptown Charlotte, but walked away without injury. The incident occurred around 4:30 PM at the intersection of Trade and Tryon Streets.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

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Charlotte Hornets News / Field Level Media / February 18

Reports: Hornets star LaMelo Ball uninjured in two-car accident

Charlotte Hornets star guard LaMelo Ball was involved in a two-car accident in Uptown Charlotte on Wednesday, according to multiple media reports. Ball appeared uninjured as he exited his custom 2022 Hummer from the driver's side door shortly after the accident.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

KJ Simpson News / Hoops Rumors / February 18

KJ Simpson To Join Nuggets On Two-Way Deal

KJ Simpson will sign a two-way contract with the Nuggets, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The 23-year-old point guard was selected by Charlotte with the 42nd pick in the 2024 draft and inked a two-year, two-way deal.

LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18

Footage emerges of LaMelo Ball's car crash in his custom Hummer

LaMelo Ball was involved in a two-vehicle car crash on Wednesday in downtown Charlotte.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 18

Hot before break, Hornets aim to keep it going vs. Rockets

The Charlotte Hornets will try to pick up where they left off prior to the All-Star break. They won 10 of their final 11 games before the layoff, so regaining that form will be critical with Thursday night's game against the visiting Houston Rockets.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 18

Charlotte Legend is 'Thrilled' About What Hornets Are Doing

Former Charlotte Hornets legend Muggsy Bogues has done interviews in and around Charlotte media for a long time— he’s always willing to talk about the team with those who ask.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 18

Kon Knueppel Over Cooper Flagg? Lonzo Ball Gives Stance on Rookie of the Year Debate

When the 2025-26 season first opened, Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe became the immediate threat to Cooper Flagg for the Rookie of the Year award.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 18

Can the Charlotte Hornets Make a Run? Predicting Their Rest-of-Season Record

With their eyes fixated on the franchise's first playoff berth since 'Work' by Rihanna and Drake topped the Billboard Hot 100 charts, the Charlotte Hornets are ready to get back at it after the much-needed All-Star Break.

Kon Knueppel News / HITC / February 18

Kon Knueppel bizarrely names Jesus Christ as his dream one-on-one basketball opponent

Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel gave an unexpected response when asked to name his dream one-on-one basketball opponent. The former Duke standout faced the question during an appearance with The Score and bypassed the usual choices of sports legends or iconic athletes.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 18

Kon Knueppel Gets Massive Giannis Antetokounmpo Backing Amid Cooper Flagg ROY Battle

The race for the 2026 NBA Rookie of the Year award is primarily viewed as a one-man coronation for Cooper Flagg. But one Milwaukee native could upset the odds.

Mason Plumlee News / Total Apex Sports / February 17

Mason Plumlee Signs 10-Day Contract With Western Conference Contender

The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, the dust has settled, and yet the roster shuffling never truly stops. In a move that might have some San Antonio fans scratching their heads while checking the depth chart, the Spurs are bringing in veteran reinforcement.

Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / February 15

Breaking Down Hornets Starters at All-Star Break

The Charlotte Hornets enter the All-Star break as one of the hottest teams in the NBA. At 26–29 and winners of 10 of their last 11, they appear to be finally putting the pieces together. For a franchise searching for identity, this season feels more like a return to relevance.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 14