Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball was involved in a car accident Wednesday in Uptown Charlotte, though early reports indicate no serious injuries resulted from the incident. Video circulating online shows Ball’s vehicle colliding with a sedan while both cars moved through an intersection, with both drivers appearing to exit safely immediately afterward.
The incident drew attention given Ball’s status as the franchise centerpiece, but there have been no indications that the accident will affect his playing availability.
Intersection Collision Details Remain Unclear
Witness accounts suggest the sedan was traveling eastbound on Trade Street while Ball was driving westbound before attempting a left turn on the one-way roadway, leading to the collision. Fault has not been publicly determined.
After the impact, both vehicles were reportedly towed from the scene. Observers also noted Ball leaving the area in a different vehicle following the exchange between drivers, which appeared calm and focused on ensuring everyone involved was unharmed.
LaMelo Ball was involved in a car accident in Uptown Charlotte, per @JoeBrunoWSOC9
Witnesses say Ball exited a Hummer and got into a Lamborghini. MEDIC reported that one person suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
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Previous Driving Scrutiny Resurfaces
The accident has revived past criticism regarding Ball’s driving habits. The Hornets guard has previously been featured in videos showing him accelerating quickly while leaving Spectrum Center, prompting periodic discussion among fans and media about road safety.
Despite that history, there has been no indication of reckless behavior tied directly to Wednesday’s collision beyond the circumstances surrounding the intersection.
Footage is out of LaMelo Ball’s car accident in uptown Charlotte — his custom Hummer crashed and he was seen exiting the scene before getting into another vehicle, according to witnesses. 🛞🚗💥#lameloball #nba #basketball #breakingnews pic.twitter.com/NpBNrA3bVL
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Hornets Momentum Continues Ahead of Rockets Matchup
From a basketball standpoint, the Hornets do not currently expect Ball to appear on the injury report as a result of the accident. Charlotte is scheduled to host the Houston Rockets on Thursday, and Ball’s availability remains unchanged as of the latest update.
The timing comes during one of the Hornets’ strongest stretches of the season. Charlotte has climbed back into the Eastern Conference Play-In picture after previously falling outside postseason contention and now sits ninth in the standings. With momentum building and time remaining in the regular season, Ball’s health remains central to the team’s push for further upward movement.
