LaMelo Ball's Official Injury Status for Bulls vs Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets have listed LaMelo Ball on the injury report against the Chicago Bulls

Jan 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (2) defends Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the first quarter at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images | David Banks-Imagn Images

The NBA season is winding down, and the Chicago Bulls will start their final multi-game road trip on Sunday when they travel to face the Charlotte Hornets. It's been a disappointing season for the Hornets despite the expectations not being high, injuries and a lack of talent have them with good odds of landing the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.

A bright spot for them this season has been the play of LaMelo Ball. In 47 games this season, Ball has averaged 25.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game, showing signs he can be this team's future point guard if they land the right pieces around him. As for Sunday's contest against Chicago, his injury status has been revealed.

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball will miss the rest of the season as he undergoes two minor procedures to address ankle and wrist issues, sources tell ESPN. Ball showed toughness, playing through pain in recent weeks, before he and team consulted doctors on best course forward. pic.twitter.com/PrpWrjaXuW
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) March 28, 2025

At the end of March, the Hornets officially ruled out Ball for the remainder of the season as he deals with a right ankle injury. Ball last appeared in a game for Charlotte on March 25th during their loss against the Orlando Magic.

Ball's injury is a reflection of what the season has been like for the Hornets. Brandon Miller, the team's second-leading scorer in terms of average, was ruled out for the season earlier in the year after playing only 27 games. Other players such as Mark Williams, Tre Mann, and Grant Williams have all missed significant time too.

Mar 23, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) reacts against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images | Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

As for the game, tip-off in Charlotte between the Bulls and Hornets is set for 1:00 p.m. EST on NBA TV.

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