We didn't know it at the time, but LaMelo's last game in the 2024-25 season was on Wednesday night against the Orlando Magic when he poured in an efficient 25 points before fouling out of the contest. While that was assuredly Ball's last game in a Hornets uniform this spring, could it be the last one in his career?

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball won't play again this season and will have arthroscopic surgery on his right ankle as well as a minor procedure on his right wrist. The team said Friday that Ball is expected to return to full basketball activity within four to six weeks and is expected to make a full recovery.