LaMelo Ball didn’t hold back after the Charlotte Hornets’ thrilling season-opening win, dropping an unexpected F-bomb during his postgame interview in a raw and unfiltered moment that immediately caught fans’ attention.
The 23-year-old point guard was fresh off a stellar performance against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center on Wednesday night. Ball led the Hornets to a 110-105 victory, posting an impressive stat line with 34 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds. His standout effort not only helped secure the win but also made him the first player in Hornets history to record 30 points and 10 assists in a season opener.
During the interview, Ball’s former teammate and now assistant coach, Kemba Walker, joined him briefly, giving him a quick dap before walking off. That moment led the reporter to ask about Walker’s influence on Ball, given their close relationship and Walker’s new role on the coaching staff.
Ball responded with enthusiasm, expressing his admiration for Walker: “That’s my brother right there, that’s my dog,” he said. “Like I said, he gang. I’m gang. We chillin’ all the time. I f*** with him, that’s family.”
The unexpected expletive caught everyone off guard, but it was clear that Ball’s emotions were running high after his commanding performance. He also took a moment to give a shout-out to his father, LaVar Ball, who was celebrating his 57th birthday on the same day.
“Got the dub for him!” Ball exclaimed, grinning as he acknowledged his dad’s birthday, adding even more significance to the win.
It’s no surprise that LaMelo was amped up after the game. After battling injuries that limited him to just 58 games over the past two seasons, Ball looked back to full strength, and his performance showed it.
The former third-overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft has been a key figure for the Hornets, averaging 20 points, 7.4 assists, and 6.2 rebounds over his career. And now, with a memorable and colorful postgame interview to kick off the 2024-25 season, it looks like Ball is set to make headlines both on and off the court.
Ball’s candid moment resonated with fans who were thrilled to see him back at the top of his game, and his raw honesty in the interview only added to his charm.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on the young star to see how he continues to evolve—and if he keeps dropping expletives in his interviews along the way.
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