LaMelo Ball Charlotte Hornets 2020-2021 Game Worn Icon Edition Jersey | 2nd Career Game | 1st Career Points | 1st Home Game | Rookie Season

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This home ‘Icon Edition’ jersey was worn by LaMelo Ball on December 26, 2020, when the Charlotte Hornets played the Oklahoma City Thunder. 

Ball finished with 13 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal. The Hornets lost to the Thunder, 109-107. The rookie quickly scored his first points after being fouled early in the 1st quarter and hit a free throw. Soon after, he made his first basket with a driving lay up and only moments later made his first three pointer.

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Selected as the third overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo made an immediate impression with his exceptional ball-handling, precise passing, and scoring prowess. Throughout his rookie season, he demonstrated versatility on the court, earning himself the 2021 Rookie of the Year.

His rapid ascent in the league underscored his potential as a dynamic and influential player in the world of professional basketball. LaMelo Ball has played for the Charlotte Hornets since the start of his career in 2020.

At the time of cataloging, Ball has accrued career averages of 20.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game. Ball was a 2022 NBA All-Star and named 2020-21 All-Rookie First Team.