LaMelo Ball on Suspension Tightrope as Controversial Foul Threatens Hornets Playoff Hopes
LaMelo Ball committed a hard foul on Bam Adebayo in the second quarter of the Charlotte Hornets' play-in game against the Miami Heat on March 14.
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Lonzo Ball Scorches Nick Wright For Calling LaMelo Ball A 'Clown' Following Heat Play-In Loss
The Miami Heat are headed to Cancun, but the real play-in drama is playing out off the court between Nick Wright and the Ball family.
Bill Simmons blasts Prime Video for outage, audio issues during NBA Play-In Tournament
After Prime Video struggled through an outage, an incredibly inopportune moment during Tuesday night’s Eastern Conference play-in game, Bill Simmons took the opportunity to blast the streamer for some of its issues with NBA coverage throughout the season. During overtime of the Heat-Hornets game in Charlotte, Prime Video flashed to black before displaying a “technical…
‘Not Going To Be Tolerated’ – Stephen A. Smith Warns LaMelo Ball of ‘Extreme’ Punishment for Hurting Bam Adebayo
ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith has sent a warning to LaMelo Ball after his controversial incident against Bam Adebayo.
NBA GM Calls for LaMelo Ball’s Suspension After Controversial Play Hurts Heat’s Bam Adebayo
Charlotte Hornets' LaMelo Ball faces scrutiny after a controversial play involving Bam Adebayo, as an NBA GM calls for action.
Fubo plan major broadcasting change and pursue NBA live TV rights ‘out of nowhere’
FUBO are challenging broadcasters to buy the rights to show 13 NBA teams. It comes after Main Street Sports Group dropped contracts and started to wind down operations due to…
3-Time NBA Champion Defends LaMelo Ball Against Accusations That Bam Adebayo Injury Was ‘Intentional’
3-Time NBA champion Danny Green sided with Hornets superstar LaMelo Ball after the controversial incident.
‘Where’s Miami’s Team At?’ – Ex-NBA Forward Blasts Heat Players For Failing to Protect Bam Adebayo Against LaMelo Ball
LaMelo Ball has caused major controversy after apparently injuring Bam Adebayo during the Hornets vs. Heat play-in game recently.
Stephen A. Smith Weighs In on LaMelo Ball Tripping Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game
Stephen A. Smith details parts and parcels of LaMelo Ball's antics against Bam Adebayo.
NBA rumors: 2 teams eyed Tyler Herro trade at deadline. Should Heat deal him now?
The Miami Heat began their 2026 offseason on Tuesday night when they lost in the play-in game vs the Charlotte Hornets in overtime. Heat fans are hoping desperately that Bam Adebayo’s early exit in this game due to injury doesn’t prompt the front office to say “we want to see the team fully healthy” yet […] The post NBA rumors: 2 teams eyed Tyler Herro trade at deadline. Should Heat deal him now? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Colin Cowherd calls Hornets’ LaMelo Ball-led offense a ‘frat party’
LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Miami Heat 127-126 in overtime in the Play-In Tournament, which triggered a dismissive take from Fox Sports 1’s Colin Cowherd. Ball’s game-winning 3-pointer eliminated the Heat from playoff contention. Coby White saved the Hornets’ season in regulation, connecting on a 3-pointer to send the game into OT […] The post Colin Cowherd calls Hornets’ LaMelo Ball-led offense a ‘frat party’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LaMelo Ball Lands in Serious Trouble Over Controversial Play on Bam Adebayo That’s Drawing Attention Everywhere
The NBA is reportedly reviewing LaMelo Ball's controversial move on Bam Adebayo during the recent Miami Heat vs Charlotte Hornets game.
‘This Is Wild’ — NBA World Reacts As LaMelo Ball Could Face Suspension for Injuring Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game
LaMelo Ball could face an NBA suspension for injuring Bam Adebayo during the play-in tournament, potentially impacting the Hornets.
LaMelo Ball Faces Backlash After Old Clip With Bam Adebayo Resurfaces Following Similar Intentional Foul That’s Going Viral
NBA fans slam LaMelo Ball over a resurfaced video from earlier this season where he was grabbing Bam Adebayo's ankle in similar fashion.
NBA Announces Good News on 2025-26 Regular Season Viewership
The 2025-26 NBA regular season drew a record 170 million U.S. viewers across ABC/ESPN, Prime Video, NBC/Peacock and NBA TV.
LaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo
The Charlotte Hornets survived for another day with their dramatic win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night, but they may have to play without LaMelo Ball as they try to get into the playoffs. The NBA is investigating Ball’s alleged trip of Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s 127-126 overtime win at Spectrum … The post LaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
NBA Playoffs TV Deal Brings Controversial Change for Basketball Fans
NBA Playoffs 2026 fans can no longer watch first-round games on local RSN broadcasts as the new $77 billion media deal forces significant change.
Kendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig
On Tuesday evening, the Miami Heat’s 2025-26 season came to an end with a brutal loss to the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA play-in game thanks to a game-winner from LaMelo Ball. Earlier in the game, Ball had been the center of controversy when he appeared to intentionally trip Heat center Bam Adebayo, causing the […] The post Kendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Udonis Haslem defends LaMelo Ball from ‘dirty’ allegations after ‘WWE’ move on Heat’s Bam Adebayo
On Tuesday evening, the Miami Heat saw their 2025-26 season come to an end with a tough loss to the Charlotte Hornets in overtime of the nine vs ten play-in game. The Heat played the majority of this game without star center Bam Adebayo after he was tripped, seemingly intentionally, by Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, […] The post Udonis Haslem defends LaMelo Ball from ‘dirty’ allegations after ‘WWE’ move on Heat’s Bam Adebayo appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lamelo Ball’s dirty play overshadows the Hornets play-in win over the Heat
LaMelo Ball made a reckless play that should have been called a flagrant, but the Miami Heat weakened their own argument when they acted like…
Watch Hornets’ LaMelo Ball bash mascot in the face during celebration of game-winner
On Tuesday evening, the Charlotte Hornets advanced to the second round of the NBA play-in tournament with a narrow home win over the Miami Heat in overtime. The Hornets won this game thanks to a game-winning layup from point guard LaMelo Ball, who redeemed himself after previously having committed a crucial turnover earlier in the […] The post Watch Hornets’ LaMelo Ball bash mascot in the face during celebration of game-winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tyler Herro Speaks Out After Bam Adebayo Injury, Calls Play by LaMelo Ball “Not the Right Move”
Tyler Herro described LaMelo Ball's pull on Bam Adebayo, which caused him to limp off to the locker room, as "Not the Right Move." He mentioned that Adebayo was in significant pain.
Stephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo
Tensions ran high during the Charlotte Hornets’ 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat, and LaMelo Ball found himself at the center of it. After a controversial sequence that left Bam Adebayo with a back injury, Ball addressed the moment directly, offering a public apology postgame, per BleacherReport. “I apologize on that one,” Ball said, […] The post Stephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Iman Shumpert Defends LaMelo Ball Amid Controversy Over “Dirty” Play Involving Bam Adebayo
Iman Shmpert backed LaMelo Ball after controversial play against Bam Adebayo.