The Charlotte Hornets (3-5) are visiting the Miami Heat (4-4) tonight at the Kaseya Center for a group stage game of the NBA Cup. The biggest question mark for the visiting team is whether star guard LaMelo Ball will be available for tonight’s contest.

According to the latest official NBA injury report, the Charlotte Hornets have listed LaMelo Ball as doubtful (right ankle impingement) for tonight’s matchup in Miami.

The Hornets‘ star missed half of last season due to this very injury, which led him to undergo offseason surgery for a complete recovery. However, following the recent defeat to the Timberwolves, Ball was forced to miss the subsequent two games, and his presence tonight remains in doubt.

Ball’s absence represents a significant blow to the Hornets, even though they managed t

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