LaMelo Ball Explodes for 37
Charlotte's LaMelo Ball dropped 37 points on 10-of-15 three-point shooting to lead the Hornets past Washington 129-112. The performance marked one of the most efficient high-volume three-point games of the season. Toronto crushed Milwaukee 122-94 with Immanuel Quickley contributing 32 points and 9 assists.
- The 10 three-pointers were a new career-high for LaMelo Ball. - His performance tied the Charlotte Hornets' franchise record for three-pointers made in a single game. - Ball recorded his 37 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists in only 27 minutes of play, sitting out the entire fourth quarter. - This victory secured a four-game season series sweep for the Hornets over the Wizards. - The win was Charlotte's second in a row and seventh in their last ten games, improving their season record to 27-31. - For Washington, the loss dropped their record to 16-40. - Up next, the Hornets will travel to face the Indiana Pacers. - The Wizards will look to bounce back when they visit the Atlanta Hawks.