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It’s been a rough couple of seasons for LaMelo Ball of the Charlotte Hornets but no one can deny that he’s a remarkable player.
The former Rookie of the Year and All-Star didn’t play much in 2023-24 but the last time he did, he put up big numbers.
According to StatMuse, Ball averaged 20.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game in his last full season.
That makes him the youngest player in NBA history to average those numbers or better.
LaMelo in his last full season:
20.1 PPG
6.7 RPG
7.6 APG
The youngest player in NBA history to average those numbers or better. https://t.co/htoSVkoPFV
— StatMuse (@statmuse) July 17, 2024
Those are very impressive stats from Ball but they were from a few years ago.
Back in 2021-22, Ball earned his first All-Star appearance and played 75 games.
Since then, he hasn’t come close to being on the floor that much.
In 2022-23, he played only 36 games and suited up for 22 in the 2023-24 season.
Ball played his last game in January when an ankle injury flared up and then kept him out for the rest of the season.
Injuries have repeatedly sidelined him since entering the league back in 2020.
It’s very unfortunate because he is clearly a special star and the Hornets want him to be the centerpiece of the team.
But that is impossible if he doesn’t fully heal and then stay healthy.
As of now, it sounds like Ball will be ready to play when the new season tips off in the fall.
But his lengthy history of injuries has many fans worried.
Hopefully, he comes back, remains healthy, and posts numbers similar to these.
If he does, the Hornets could have their best season in years.
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