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Charlotte Hornets
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.
Will LaMelo Ball Get Suspended For Tripping Bam Adebayo? Referee Zach Zarba’s Latest Statement Raises Concerns
A look at the pool report and how the NBA could potentially decide, upon review, LaMelo Ball's viral play against Bam Adebayo on Tuesday.
Prime Video issues statement on Heat-Hornets NBA playoff outage
Amazon’s Prime Video streaming service broadcast its first-ever NBA playoff game on Tuesday night, a play-in contest between the Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets. But what should’ve been a celebratory night for the streamer quickly turned into a nightmare during the last minute of overtime. Across the country, bewildered NBA fans watched as their Prime…
"Am I tripping??" – LeBron's reaction to the broadcast of the epic Hornets-Heat game being cut off – Basketball Network
"Am I tripping??" - LeBron's reaction to the broadcast of the epic Hornets-Heat game being cut off Basketball Network
Fubo ‘out of nowhere’ pursuing local rights for 13 NBA teams
A last-minute suitor has entered the arena for 13 NBA teams previously tied to Main Street Sports Group, owner of the FanDuel-branded regional sports networks. That suitor is Disney-owned Fubo, the virtual pay TV provider competing with the likes of YouTube TV and Sling for market share over cord-cutters and cord-nevers buying live television through…
LaMelo Ball Impresses With Early Talent Eye After Recommending Kon Knueppel Ahead of the NBA Draft
Ahead of last year’s NBA Draft Lottery, LaMelo Ball personally urged Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson to consider selecting Kon Knueppel.
Video: LaMelo Ball had an unhinged moment after the Hornets’ play-in win
The Charlotte Hornets punched their ticket to the next phase of the 2026 NBA Play-in Tournament. Meanwhile, LaMelo Ball literally landed punches after the Hornets’ thrilling 127-126 win over the Miami Heat at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday. Amid the pandemonium on the court following Charlotte’s incredible win, Ball dapped up Hugo, the … The post Video: LaMelo Ball had an unhinged moment after the Hornets’ play-in win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
LaMelo Ball Lands in Hot Water After Questionable Apology for Controversial Play on Bam Adebayo
LaMelo Ball's post-game apology intensified criticism across social media after his controversial play that left Bam Adebayo injured brutally.
LeBron James leads fury over disastrous Prime Video gaffe as pivotal NBA coverage cuts off in final seconds
As the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat battled it out to keep their seasons alive, basketball fans across the country missed an important moment when the streaming giants' feed cut out.
“This Video Going Platinum”: Fans React to Hornets Supporter DaBaby Getting Cozy With Two Women Courtside
DaBaby, a huge Hornets fan, was spotted having a good time inside Spectrum Center.
“Should’ve Been Thrown Out”: Erik Spoelstra Slams LaMelo Ball For Grabbing Bam Adebayo’s Ankle
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra rips Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball after the point guard tripped Heat center Bam Adebayo on Tuesday.
“Best Play-In Game of All-Time”: NBA Fans Stunned as LaMelo Ball, Hornets Pull Off Insane Comeback to Knock Heat Out Of Playoffs
Fans react to LaMelo Ball's heroics in the Charlotte Hornets' thrilling win over the Miami Heat in overtime on Tuesday.
Video resurfaces of LaMelo Ball tripping Bam Adebayo in past game
LaMelo Ball is apparently a repeat offender when it comes to tripping Bam Adebayo. The Charlotte Hornets guard made negative headlines Tuesday for injuring the Miami Heat center during their play-in tournament game at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. Adebayo was falling toward the baseline when Ball swiped at his legs, resulting in Bam crashing … The post Video resurfaces of LaMelo Ball tripping Bam Adebayo in past game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
LaMelo Ball Leaves Reporters Confused With Head-Scratching Comment About Possible Concussion
Did LaMelo Ball really show a sign of concussion during the Hornets' win against the Heat?
NBA on Prime broadcast went haywire in final minute of Hornets-Heat overtime
Prime Video would probably take a redo of Tuesday’s NBA play-in tournament broadcast between the Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat. The Heat and Hornets kicked off the postseason with an absolute thriller that had fans on the edge of their seats inside Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. Unfortunately for fans watching from home, the Prime … The post NBA on Prime broadcast went haywire in final minute of Hornets-Heat overtime appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Erik Spoelstra wants LaMelo Ball punished for ‘stupid’ play that injured Bam Adebayo
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra did not mince words Tuesday when speaking about LaMelo Ball’s dirty play on Bam Adebayo. The Charlotte Hornets star swiped at Adebayo’s legs as the All-Star center was off balance along the baseline during their play-in tournament matchup at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. Adebayo fell and injured his … The post Erik Spoelstra wants LaMelo Ball punished for ‘stupid’ play that injured Bam Adebayo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Heat Fans Want LaMelo Ball Suspended For Dirty Play That Injured Bam Adebayo
Heat fans want LaMelo Ball suspended for the team’s next playoff game. On Tuesday night during the Heat-Hornets play-in game, Ball committed a dirty play when he deliberately tripped Adebayo, sidelining the Heat star for the rest of the game with a head injury. Another angle of Bam Adebayo’s hard fall after LaMelo Ball grabbed […] The post Heat Fans Want LaMelo Ball Suspended For Dirty Play That Injured Bam Adebayo appeared first on BroBible.