LaMelo Ball Out With Right Ankle Injury for Hornets Game Against Opponent on March 21

LaMelo Ball will not play for the Charlotte Hornets against the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 21 due to a right ankle injury. This marks his 27th game inactive this season, having played 45 games where he averages 25.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game.

Nick Smith Jr. is expected to fill in as the starting point guard in Ball's absence. The Hornets have struggled without Ball, going 2-22 when he does not play, compared to a 16-29 record when he is active.