Overview

• LaMelo Ball, guard for the Charlotte Hornets, suffered a right ankle strain during a game against the Orlando Magic.
• Ball had to be helped off the court after landing awkwardly during a layup attempt.
• The Hornets have not disclosed the severity of the injury or how much time Ball could miss.
• Ball, who was averaging 25.9 points and 8.6 assists per game this season, had previously missed several months last season due to a fractured right ankle.
• The injury could pose a significant challenge for the Hornets, as Ball has been a key player in their lineup.