For a player who’s been nothing short of sensational, LaMelo Ball’s exclusion from the All-Star starting lineup has sparked a wave of controversy. The youngest Ball brother is having a career year, averaging 28.

Miles Bridges was asked about LaMelo Ball’s All-Star case, he answered by praising his teammate’s game, saying he’s the most exciting player in the league, and he should

Charlotte, which has now won five of its past eight games, dominated against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans.

Some good news on the injury front has arrived for the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday afternoon as the team has announced that guard LaMelo Ball (wrist), forward Miles Bridges (back spasms), and guard Seth Curry (ankle) are probable for tonight's home contest against the New Orleans Pelicans.

: @hornets guard LaMelo Ball, forward Miles Bridges and guard Seth Curry have all been downgraded to OUT. Cody Martin has been upgraded to available.Source: Twitter