LaMelo Ball trade buzz continues to surround the Charlotte Hornets, but trading Melo now would be unwise for Charlotte from a leverage standpoint.

LaMelo Ball is out for the Charlotte Hornets' game against the Chicago Bulls on December 12, 2025, due to a left ankle bone bruise. This marks his eighth absence this season, impacting the team's momentum and forcing adjustments in their shorthanded backcourt.

Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel registered another 30-point performance and joined a notable player in the franchise record books in the process.

The Hornets have played without all-star LaMelo Ball for quite some time. He won't be active against the Cavaliers for this reason.

The point guard has suffered multiple injuries this season.

LaMelo Ball will miss his second straight game while dealing with an ankle injury. The Hornets' superstar played just 12 minutes in the team's win against the Toronto Raptors on Dec. 5. Pat Connaughton has been dealing with a calf strain that's kept him out since late November. He has no timetable for return.

LaMelo Ball’s name surfaces in trade buzz with Kings, Timberwolves, and Pelicans as Hornets struggle through a slow start.

Star point guard LaMelo Ball headlined the Charlotte Hornets' injury report ahead of their interconference matchup against the Chicago Bulls on Friday.

Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been rumored to be open to being traded. This trade proposal would give Charlotte a haul in return for him. The post Hornets Get Massive Haul for LaMelo Ball in Trade Proposal appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball will not return to Friday night's game against the Toronto Raptors after exiting in the third quarter with "left ankle soreness," the team announced.

The NBA media isn't very impressed with the two Hornets stars anymore.