Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball sidelined for at least a week with left ankle sprain

American basketball player injured his ankle Monday night when he stepped on Jarred Vanderbilt’s foot while backpedaling down court

By Emre Asikci

ISTANBUL (AA) - The Charlotte Hornets confirmed Thursday that that MRI results on LaMelo Ball’s left ankle confirmed the initial diagnosis of a left ankle sprain.

"Ball will be listed as out vs. the LA Clippers on Friday, Jan. 31 and he will be re-evaluated in one week. Additional updates on his status will be provided as appropriate," Hornets said in a statement.

Ball suffered the injury in the second quarter of Charlotte’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday.

The 23-year-old appeared in 31 contests this season, recording a career-high 28.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 7.3 assists.

He was named the 2020-21 NBA Rookie of the Year and earned an All-Star selection in 2021-22.

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