Charlotte Hornets’ star point guard LaMelo Ball recently faced disciplinary action for an inappropriate incident during a game. The NBA fined Ball a total of $35,000 after he made an obscene gesture directed at a referee.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred during the Hornets’ match against the Miami Heat, which took place on Tuesday night. The Hornets suffered a significant defeat, losing 144-117. The incident unfolded when Ball was called for an offensive foul. Frustrated by the call, he made the gesture, leading the officials to assess him with a technical foul. This took place with just 4:02 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Player Performance
Despite the team’s loss, LaMelo Ball had a notable performance, recording:
- 20 points
- 9 assists
- 8 rebounds
Throughout the first four games of the season, Ball has averaged impressive statistics, including:
- 26.3 points per game
- 9.5 assists per game
- 8.3 rebounds per game
Upcoming Game
Looking ahead, the Charlotte Hornets will play against the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. Fans will be eager to see how Ball responds following this recent fine.
