Is LaMelo Ball playing tonight vs Knicks? LaMelo Ball injury update

Charlotte Hornets will go up against New York Knicks on Tuesday (Wednesday, as per Indian timings). Hornets have been aver so far in tournament, considering most of ir top scorers are out due to injury. Hornets have struggled offensively, averaging only 101.5 points per game in ir last five matchups. However, despite absence of players like Malik Monk and LaMelo Ball, Hornets bested Portland Trail Blazers (109-101) in ir last outing and ending ir four-game losing run.

Terry Rozier was top scorer of night, adding 34 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds on table. Apart from that, PJ Washington had 23 points and eight rebounds, while Miles Bridges added 19 points, including two highlight-reel dunks, for Hornets. Carmelo Anthony was top scorer for Portland Trail Blazers, adding 24 points, two assists and three rebounds.

LaMelo Ball injury update: LaMelo Ball return

Even though Charlotte Hornets shined in ir last outings, many fans missed LaMelo Ball, who is currently recovering from a wrist injury. Ball, who was clear frontrunner for Rookie of Year, fractured his right wrist while facing Los Angeles Lakers in late March. Afterwards, LaMelo was examined in New York by Dr Michelle Carlson and underwent surgery.

When is LaMelo Ball coming back: Is LaMelo Ball playing tonight?

LaMelo Ball return is t certain for upcoming game against New York Knicks as player is currently recovering from his injury. Earlier, it was revealed that Ball recently underwent a CT scan and his cast has been removed. Later, Hornets anunced that rookie "has been cleared to return to individual basketball activity," but are yet to confirm his return date.

Is LaMelo Ball playing tonight? NBA standings update

Charlotte Hornets are currently at eighth spot of NBA Eastern Conference standings. Terry Rozier and team have played 56 games so far in tournament, winning and losing 28 games each. New York Knicks, on or hand, are at sixth spot of table with a win-loss record of 31-27.

LaMelo Ball injury update: Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks injury report

Charlotte Hornets: Both Malik Monk and LaMelo Ball are sidelined with ankle and wrist injuries, respectively. Gordon Hayward is set to stay absent for next few weeks due to his foot injury, while Nate Darling is dealing with an ankle injury.

New York Knicks: Alec Burks is out indefinitely due to COVID-19 protocols, while John Henson will miss game due to a calf issue. Meanwhile, Mitchell Robinson is listed as doubtful after undergoing foot surgery.

Im Source: AP