LaMelo Ball’s offensive evolution is a game-changer for the Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets are facing injury setbacks, but LaMelo Ball is delivering some of his best performances yet. Can he keep this momentum going and lead the team to victory?
In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we break down the team’s 1-2 start to the season and debate if it’s a “good” 1-2 given the circumstances. With players like Brandon Miller, Josh Green, and Mark Williams in and out of the lineup, LaMelo has taken charge, posting big numbers despite limited support. We dive into his hot start, his improved ability to draw fouls, and how he’s staying aggressive around the rim. Plus, what does the absence of key players mean for the Hornets’ defense, and can the team maintain this intensity with so many key players sidelined? Tune in as we discuss what it will take to keep this promising season on track.
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11 Comments
Ayeeeeeee, had my Carolina strong shirt on yesterday
Really wish we could’ve beaten Atlanta but hoping we get the win on Wednesday, tough stretch coming up and hopefully we can get Brandon and Mark back ASAP.
I went to the game. The hornets need to turn up the intensity early. I like what I see
I LOVE DAT MELO HAS THE GREENEST OF LIGHTS
New coach got Melo taking all shots FINALLY.
We are a Brandon miller injury from bring 3-0. Us winning at least 1 of the games is well more than expected, and as long as we can win on wedsday we will start the season 2-4 without Brandon miller. That is not ideal but that’s just how injury luck goes
Was at the home opener. It was nice to see the rookie Salaun get some minutes Saturday night. Got my Carolina strong shirt on at work today to
I don't care that they started 1-2. This is a different team with bench players that other teams will covet. That shows this team is deep. If this team makes a trade, those players coming here will not dread the change of scenery like the last couple of years. There is finally a feeling i have that this is a legitimate organization with a bright future.
Melo is doing a much better job of staying in front of guys on D this year, but i think he is still overzealous going for steals and reaching. It’s enough for him to just crowd guys and bother them a bit, we don’t need strips all the time. As for the turnovers, I think that’ll improve as the rust wears off from not playing much NBA the last couple years and as the team gets healthier (hopefully).
injuries😢
the hornets are showing grit and fight in these games if we can make some moves improve the bench more will be even better
Nick Smith Jr. ????? 🤷🏾♂🤷🏾♂🤷🏾♂🤷🏾♂
If I don’t get to see BMill hoops this week my Hornets sickness is gonna turn terminal sooner than expected. Also of course Jimmy Butler forgot how to shoot conveniently until he had to hit a 3 late in the game from that wing