{"id":19169,"date":"2021-02-15T08:32:28","date_gmt":"2021-02-15T14:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myboysay.com\/blog\/?p=19169"},"modified":"2021-02-15T08:34:55","modified_gmt":"2021-02-15T14:34:55","slug":"the-nba-hopes-to-get-charlotte-hornets-sensational-rookie-lamelo-ball-to-do-all-star-skills-competition-lamelo-ball-is-showing-superstar-potential-lamelo-ball-is-a-bonafide-nba-superstar-in-the-ma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myboysay.com\/blog\/?p=19169","title":{"rendered":"The NBA hopes to get charlotte hornets sensational rookie, LaMelo Ball to do All-Star skills competition. LaMelo Ball Is Showing Superstar Potential, LaMelo Ball is a bonafide nba superstar in the making."},"content":{"rendered":"
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LaMelo Ball Is Showing Superstar Potential For The 6th Place Charlotte Hornets<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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LaMelo Ball came into the league with question marks about his three-point shooting, his defense, and even his character. Some criticisms were fair some were not but one thing that can be said about LaMelo Ball above all, he has superstar potential, something the Charlotte Hornets<\/a> haven\u2019t had in awhile. The closest player to that superstar status in the last decade was Kemba Walker a player that by all accounts was an All-Star during his time with Charlotte but never a player considered among the elite ten players in the NBA.<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball has the potential to be one of the few superstars in Charlotte Hornets franchise history. Ball is currently leading all NBA rookies in points per game (14.4), assist per game (6.1), and total steals (37). All done while sitting at 4th<\/sup> in total minutes amongst rookies. LaMelo has made the most out of every opportunity, he\u2019s rewarded the Hornets franchise for trusting him with more minutes with his gradual production.<\/strong><\/p>\n

What makes LaMelo such a promising player is his immense feel for the game. Where Ball flashes his potential is in the fast break, Charlotte currently sits at 5th<\/sup> in the league in points scored off fast breaks (via team rankings) mainly because of LaMelo Ball\u2019s presence and how much pressure he puts on opponents to get back in transition. Here are some examples of LaMelo Ball just absolutely punishing teams in the fast-break.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What a pass from LaMelo Ball. pic.twitter.com\/KOf5N9NGU9<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) December 13, 2020<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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Remember that @T_Rozzay3<\/a> dunk on Sunday?@realdellcurry<\/a> breaks down the play which included a perfect full court pass from @MELOD1P<\/a>!#AllFly<\/a> | @hornets<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/1Yk2PNHCH2<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 FOX Sports: Hornets (@HornetsOnFSSE) December 31, 2020<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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LaMelo pushes the ball down the floor so quickly with his outlet passes, transition defenses have almost zero time to react, to what is happening in front of them. This is by far one of my favorite plays by LaMelo Ball this season, as here Ball sneaks in a no-look bounce pass between two magic defenders in transition to Malik Monk. Forget how insanely difficult this pass is, notice how nobody had a chance to catch this pass but Malik M`onk.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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still thinking about this pass from lamelo ball pic.twitter.com\/rwIfvpqYFB<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 SB Nation (@SBNation) December 20, 2020<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Even with no summer league and a condensed training camp, LaMelo Ball\u2019s development looks well ahead of schedule. One of the huge question marks coming into the league for Ball was his three-point shooting, its safe to say that Ball answered that question when he grilled Houston for seven three-pointers tying the franchise record for most three-point shots made in a game by a rookie. LaMelo Ball currently sits 2nd amongst rookies in three-pointers made (46) per basketball reference only behind Sacramento Kings<\/a> rookie Tyrese Haliburton (51) who is a full-year older than Ball.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Hornets defeat the Rockets, 119-94.<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball tied a franchise record for most 3s made in a game by a rookie with 7. (Below are a few of those from my view tonight.)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball finished the game with 24 points, 10 assists, 7 rebounds.#AllFly<\/a> | #NBA<\/a> | @wcnc<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/5TEY8TBA4o<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 Ashley Stroehlein (@ashstro) February 9, 2021<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

What truly impresses with LaMelo Ball is his confidence level in the Hornets offense. Ball is in complete control when he is on the floor, sure there are times where he looks like a rookie who is out of control, but those moments are few and far between compared to his display of brilliance. Plays like these are why you select LaMelo Ball #3 overall in the NBA Draft<\/a> and don\u2019t think twice about it.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tough take.<\/strong>
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LaMelo Ball making PLAYS for the @hornets<\/a>! pic.twitter.com\/EZq56OASiq<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) December 13, 2020<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

The ability to get around defenders, collapse defenses, and create easy looks for his teammates makes LaMelo Ball a nightmare for defenses. What impressed me in this clip was the sheer will to not only draw two defenders but the mid-air circus pass to Bismack Biyombo that I\u2019m not even sure Ball was able to get his head around to see where Bismack was standing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Wrap around dime! @MELOD1P<\/a> \u25b6\ufe0f @bismackbiyombo<\/a> #AllFly<\/a> | @hornets<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/TqQELDUzqA<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 FOX Sports: Hornets (@HornetsOnFSSE) February 6, 2021<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Utah defends this pick-and-roll situation really well, they keep everything in front of them and doesn\u2019t allow Biyombo to roll towards the rim freely. LaMelo Ball\u2019s talent shines through on this play as he is able to grab the attention of both defenders and find Biyombo underneath the basket for an easy layup. Taking a closer look watch how LaMelo drives and keeps his head up towards the rim until the last minute as if he\u2019s going for the score, fools the defender, and frees up Biyombo. This is next-level stuff rookies are not supposed to be this far ahead especially for someone who is just 19-years old. This is a savvy move for someone who is just a quarter into their rookie season.<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball\u2019s defense is still a work in progress but the potential is there. Ball has made strides since his lone season with the Illawarra Hawks where he just wasn\u2019t giving enough effort. Ball has become a really crafty defender by getting into passing lanes and creating turnovers. The effort is night and day now with LaMelo as he is giving a ton more attention to staying in-front of ball-handlers than he did overseas.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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LaMelo Ball\u2019s Defense Then and Now. <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Much more active player <\/strong>
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\u2014 \u200d (@DaranFaust) February 11, 2021<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

LaMelo Ball is eventually going to figure out his defense as he fills out his frame. But for right now his effort to stay in front of his defender and using his active hands to create turnovers like this, will do as he starts to round his game out and become a complete player.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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@MELOD1P<\/a> gets the steal & finds @AhmadMonk<\/a> #nba<\/a> #nbatwitter<\/a> #NBAPreseason<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/CEmjsCD5b1<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA Panel (@NBAPANEL) December 20, 2020<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

LaMelo Ball is only scratching the surface of how good he can truly be, I can\u2019t wait to see what player he shapes up becoming in the future. But for right now let\u2019s enjoy the LaMelo Ball experience the highs and lows because as it presently stands the Charlotte Hornets got a steal for a player that probably should have been the #1 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Despite the outcry from players<\/a>, the NBA is not only pushing ahead with plans for the All-Star Game \u2014 it\u2019s all about the money<\/a> \u2014 but the plans for the dunk contest and the skills competition are moving ahead as well.<\/strong><\/p>\n

With the All-Star Game, the players are voted in<\/a>\/selected by the coaches and, if healthy, have to show up. However, for the dunk contest and skills competition, players are invited and have to accept. It may prove difficult to get the players they want, as those players may choose rest and time off over competing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

WHO IS LAMELO BALL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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LaMelo LaFrance Ball (born August 22, 2001) is an American professional basketball<\/a> player for the Charlotte Hornets<\/a> of the National Basketball Association<\/a> (NBA). He was selected by the Hornets with the third overall pick of the 2020 NBA draft<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball began high school at Chino Hills High School<\/a> in Chino Hills, California<\/a>, where he won a state championship and achieved national success as a freshman with his older brothers Lonzo<\/a> and LiAngelo<\/a>. Lonzo is a current NBA guard. Before his junior season, a coaching dispute prompted him to leave Chino Hills and sign with Lithuanian professional team Prienai<\/a>. In 2018, he played in the Junior Basketball Association<\/a> (JBA), a league created by his father, before returning to high school as a senior with SPIRE Academy<\/a> in Geneva, Ohio<\/a>. A former UCLA<\/a> commit, he was a five-star recruit<\/a> but chose to forgo college basketball amid eligibility concerns and play in Australia for the Illawarra Hawks<\/a> of the National Basketball League<\/a> (NBL) in 2019, winning NBL Rookie of the Year<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball and his brothers have attracted national attention since playing together in high school. His father, LaVar<\/a>, also grew into a media personality<\/a> in 2017. Ball has a signature shoe by his father’s company, Big Baller Brand<\/a>, and a role on his family’s Facebook Watch<\/a> reality show Ball in the Family<\/a><\/i>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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02\/12\/2021, 9:52 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball: Double-double in win<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball went for 20 points (8-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and three steals over 37 minutes in the Hornets’ 120-114 victory over the Timberwolves on Friday.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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02\/10\/2021, 10:23 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball: Paces Hornets in assists<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball posted 17 points (8-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt), five assists, three steals, two rebounds and a block across 28 minutes in Wednesday’s loss against the Grizzlies.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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02\/08\/2021, 10:01 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball: Flirts with triple-double<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball totaled 24 points (7-18 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 assists and seven rebounds over 32 minutes Monday during the Hornets’ 119-94 win over the Rockets.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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02\/05\/2021, 11:03 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball: Erupts for 34 points<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball scored 34 points (14-27 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT) to go along with four rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one block across 36 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Jazz.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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02\/05\/2021, 6:34 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball: Staying in starting lineup<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball will stay in the starting lineup for Friday’s game against the Jazz, Rod Boone of The Hive Vibes reports.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball shoots against the Toronto Raptors<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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