LaMelo Ball Out for Hornets Due to Right Wrist Soreness Against Opponent on March 18

LaMelo Ball will miss the Hornets' game against the Atlanta Hawks on March 18, 2025, due to right wrist soreness. Ball has been inactive for 25 games this season, impacting the Hornets' performance.

In games Ball has played, the Hornets average 108.5 points, compared to 96.3 points when he is absent. Nick Smith Jr. and DaQuan Jeffries might see more time on the court in Ball's absence.