NBA Requires Hornets' LaMelo Ball to Cover 'LF' Tattoo

The tattoo, representing Ball's middle name and clothing brand, is seen as a violation of the league's policy against displaying commercial logos.

LaMelo Ball, Charlotte Hornets guard, is required by the NBA to cover his 'LF' tattoo below his left ear, which represents his middle name, LaFrance, and is also the name of his clothing brand.
The NBA's collective bargaining agreement prohibits players from displaying commercial logos or corporate insignia on their body or in their hair during games.
Ball has covered the tattoo several times this season to avoid fines, arguing that the tattoo also represents his uncle's name and was inked before the establishment of his clothing brand.
In 2018, the NBA required Ball's older brother, Lonzo Ball, to cover his Big Baller Brand tattoo.
Despite the controversy, Ball is performing well this season, averaging 22.2 points, 5.4 rebounds and 8.6 assists for the Hornets.