LaMelo Ball Exits Game Against Lakers With Left Ankle Sprain

The Charlotte Hornets guard sustained the injury during the second quarter after stepping on Jarred Vanderbilt's foot.

LaMelo Ball suffered a left ankle sprain during the Charlotte Hornets' game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
The injury occurred in the second quarter when Ball stepped on Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt's foot while backpedaling after making a three-pointer.
Ball immediately left the game and was ruled out for the remainder of the matchup, finishing with seven points, one assist, and one rebound in nine minutes of play.
This is the latest in a series of ankle injuries for Ball, who has previously missed significant time in prior seasons due to similar issues.
The 23-year-old has been a standout performer this season, averaging 28.9 points, 7.5 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per game for the struggling Hornets, who are currently second-to-last in the Eastern Conference.