We address the explosive report that LaMelo Ball is interested in a trade away from the Hornets, breaking down the validity of the rumors and LaMelo’s direct response. Plus, we preview the upcoming matchup against the LA Clippers and debut a brand new nickname for rookie Kon Knueppel.

On today’s episode of Every Hornets Boxscore, we tackle the elephant in the room: the report from Kelly Iko that LaMelo Ball is frustrated and open to a trade away from the Charlotte Hornets. We dissect the report, exploring the potential sources of frustration—from injuries to losing seasons—and discuss whether this smoke signals a genuine fire or just the inevitable result of a struggling franchise. We also share LaMelo’s direct response to the rumors, where he calls the report “false info” and reaffirms his commitment to the team, as well as Coach Charles Lee’s supportive comments.

Beyond the drama, we look ahead to the Hornets’ next game against the LA Clippers. With both teams struggling offensively and dealing with key injuries, we analyze the matchup and what the Hornets need to do to steal a win on the road. Finally, we have some fun with nicknames, debuting a unique (and demon-hunting inspired) moniker for rookie standout Kon Knueppel that you won’t want to miss.

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