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LaMelo Ball

3-Time NBA Champion Defends LaMelo Ball Against Accusations That Bam Adebayo Injury Was ‘Intentional’

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:52pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Pro Football Network

3-Time NBA champion Danny Green sided with Hornets superstar LaMelo Ball after the controversial incident.

Read more3-Time NBA Champion Defends LaMelo Ball Against Accusations That Bam Adebayo Injury Was ‘Intentional’

‘Where’s Miami’s Team At?’ – Ex-NBA Forward Blasts Heat Players For Failing to Protect Bam Adebayo Against LaMelo Ball

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:50pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Pro Football Network

LaMelo Ball has caused major controversy after apparently injuring Bam Adebayo during the Hornets vs. Heat play-in game recently.

Read more‘Where’s Miami’s Team At?’ – Ex-NBA Forward Blasts Heat Players For Failing to Protect Bam Adebayo Against LaMelo Ball

Stephen A. Smith Weighs In on LaMelo Ball Tripping Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game 

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:48pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

Stephen A. Smith details parts and parcels of LaMelo Ball's antics against Bam Adebayo.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Weighs In on LaMelo Ball Tripping Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game 

NBA Fans Want LaMelo Ball Suspended For ‘Dirty’ Play – The Spun

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:39pm
BasketballNBA
The Spun

NBA Fans Want LaMelo Ball Suspended For ‘Dirty’ Play  The Spun

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Colin Cowherd calls Hornets’ LaMelo Ball-led offense a ‘frat party’

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:27pm
BasketballNBACharlotte Hornets
ClutchPoints

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.

Read moreColin Cowherd calls Hornets’ LaMelo Ball-led offense a ‘frat party’

LaMelo Ball Lands in Serious Trouble Over Controversial Play on Bam Adebayo That’s Drawing Attention Everywhere

Apr 15, 2026 @ 1:57pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

The NBA is reportedly reviewing LaMelo Ball's controversial move on Bam Adebayo during the recent Miami Heat vs Charlotte Hornets game.

Read moreLaMelo Ball Lands in Serious Trouble Over Controversial Play on Bam Adebayo That’s Drawing Attention Everywhere

‘This Is Wild’ — NBA World Reacts As LaMelo Ball Could Face Suspension for Injuring Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game

Apr 15, 2026 @ 1:38pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Pro Football Network

LaMelo Ball could face an NBA suspension for injuring Bam Adebayo during the play-in tournament, potentially impacting the Hornets.

Read more‘This Is Wild’ — NBA World Reacts As LaMelo Ball Could Face Suspension for Injuring Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game

LaMelo Ball Faces Backlash After Old Clip With Bam Adebayo Resurfaces Following Similar Intentional Foul That’s Going Viral 

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:58pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

NBA fans slam LaMelo Ball over a resurfaced video from earlier this season where he was grabbing Bam Adebayo's ankle in similar fashion.

Read moreLaMelo Ball Faces Backlash After Old Clip With Bam Adebayo Resurfaces Following Similar Intentional Foul That’s Going Viral 

NBA Announces Good News on 2025-26 Regular Season Viewership

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:47pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsGolden State WarriorsLos Angeles LakersMiami HeatPhoenix SunsPortland Trail Blazers
Athlon Sports

The 2025-26 NBA regular season drew a record 170 million U.S. viewers across ABC/ESPN, Prime Video, NBC/Peacock and NBA TV.

Read moreNBA Announces Good News on 2025-26 Regular Season Viewership

LaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:05pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Larry Brown Sports

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.

Read moreLaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo

NBA Playoffs TV Deal Brings Controversial Change for Basketball Fans

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:05pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami HeatPhoenix SunsPortland Trail Blazers
Athlon Sports

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.

Read moreNBA Playoffs TV Deal Brings Controversial Change for Basketball Fans

Kendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:59am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

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.

Read moreKendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig

Udonis Haslem defends LaMelo Ball from ‘dirty’ allegations after ‘WWE’ move on Heat’s Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:49am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

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.

Read moreUdonis Haslem defends LaMelo Ball from ‘dirty’ allegations after ‘WWE’ move on Heat’s Bam Adebayo

Lamelo Ball’s dirty play overshadows the Hornets play-in win over the Heat

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:42am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
NBA Analysis

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…

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Watch Hornets’ LaMelo Ball bash mascot in the face during celebration of game-winner

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:40am
BasketballNBACharlotte Hornets
ClutchPoints

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.

Read moreWatch Hornets’ LaMelo Ball bash mascot in the face during celebration of game-winner

Tyler Herro Speaks Out After Bam Adebayo Injury, Calls Play by LaMelo Ball “Not the Right Move”

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:38am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

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.

Read moreTyler Herro Speaks Out After Bam Adebayo Injury, Calls Play by LaMelo Ball “Not the Right Move”

Stephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:32am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

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.

Read moreStephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo

Iman Shumpert Defends LaMelo Ball Amid Controversy Over “Dirty” Play Involving Bam Adebayo 

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:24am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

Iman Shmpert backed LaMelo Ball after controversial play against Bam Adebayo.

Read moreIman Shumpert Defends LaMelo Ball Amid Controversy Over “Dirty” Play Involving Bam Adebayo 

Will LaMelo Ball Get Suspended For Tripping Bam Adebayo? Referee Zach Zarba’s Latest Statement Raises Concerns

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:00am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
College Football Network

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.

Read moreWill LaMelo Ball Get Suspended For Tripping Bam Adebayo? Referee Zach Zarba’s Latest Statement Raises Concerns

Prime Video issues statement on Heat-Hornets NBA playoff outage

Apr 15, 2026 @ 10:00am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Awful Announcing

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…

Read morePrime Video issues statement on Heat-Hornets NBA playoff outage

LaMelo Ball Impresses With Early Talent Eye After Recommending Kon Knueppel Ahead of the NBA Draft

Apr 15, 2026 @ 8:48am
BasketballNBACharlotte Hornets
Total Pro Sports

Ahead of last year’s NBA Draft Lottery, LaMelo Ball personally urged Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson to consider selecting Kon Knueppel.

Read moreLaMelo Ball Impresses With Early Talent Eye After Recommending Kon Knueppel Ahead of the NBA Draft

Video: LaMelo Ball had an unhinged moment after the Hornets’ play-in win

Apr 15, 2026 @ 8:24am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami HeatOrlando MagicPhiladelphia 76ers
Larry Brown Sports

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.

Read moreVideo: LaMelo Ball had an unhinged moment after the Hornets’ play-in win

LaMelo Ball Lands in Hot Water After Questionable Apology for Controversial Play on Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 8:18am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

LaMelo Ball's post-game apology intensified criticism across social media after his controversial play that left Bam Adebayo injured brutally.

Read moreLaMelo Ball Lands in Hot Water After Questionable Apology for Controversial Play on Bam Adebayo

“Should’ve Been Thrown Out”: Erik Spoelstra Slams LaMelo Ball For Grabbing Bam Adebayo’s Ankle

Apr 15, 2026 @ 3:55am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
College Football Network

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra rips Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball after the point guard tripped Heat center Bam Adebayo on Tuesday.

Read more“Should’ve Been Thrown Out”: Erik Spoelstra Slams LaMelo Ball For Grabbing Bam Adebayo’s Ankle
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