LaMelo Ball Laments About His Playing Time After Late-Game Collapse

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LaMelo Ball was a little upset with his team's decision-making.

LaMelo Ball has been sensational so far for the Charlotte Hornets and for the most part, he is improving upon what he did last year in his rookie season. The team came into their game against the Los Angeles Clippers with a record of 5-5, and they were hoping to pick up the win and launch themselves above .500. In the end, however, that's not what happened as the Clips won the match by a score of 120-106. 

In the fourth quarter, the Hornets had the lead and it was looking like they had a command on the game. Unfortunately for them, they gave up a 22-0 run to the Clippers, which allowed Paul George and company to steal the game.

LaMelo Ball Laments About His Playing Time After Late-Game Collapse
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After the match, Ball had some comments that might rub the coaching staff the wrong way, as he stated that he was upset with his playing time, noting that he should have been on the floor for much longer.

“I feel like I’ve got to be in there longer for the fourth quarter, you feel me? I feel like I came in a little late in the game," Ball said matter of factly.


Ball finished the game with 21 points which tied him for first on the team, with Miles Bridges. Perhaps next time, Ball will get the fourth quarter minutes he so desires.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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