LaMelo Ball, Hornets finalizing 5-year contract extension
Star guard LaMelo Ball and the Hornets are finalizing a five-year extension that will pay him up to $260 million, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.The Hornets are looking to keep their former All-Star in the fold and build around him after a disappointing season for both he and the team. Ball was limited to 36 games in 2022-23, but was solid overall when he played, posting 23.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 8.4 assists and 1.3 steals per game in 35.2 minutes per game. READ MORE