LaMelo Ball Safe Following Car Accident in Charlotte
LaMelo Ball, the young point guard for the Charlotte Hornets, was involved in a car accident on Wednesday in downtown Charlotte. Fortunately, he escaped uninjured. A source familiar with the incident provided this information to the media but chose to remain anonymous.
Details of the Incident
The accident occurred shortly before 5 p.m. as Ball was driving through an intersection. His camouflage-colored, custom-made Hummer collided with another vehicle. Video footage released by WSOC-TV showed the crash scene, which included Ball exiting his truck and entering another car.
At the scene, police were present. However, a police report detailing the incident was not immediately available. The other driver involved in the accident was seen calmly exiting their vehicle and approaching Ball’s Hummer.
Impact on LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets
Notably, the left front tire of Ball’s truck was missing after the collision. Earlier in the day, the Hornets had held practice in preparation for their upcoming game. The team has been performing well, winning 10 of their last 11 games.
The Hornets are set to host the Houston Rockets on Thursday night as the league resumes play following the All-Star break.
Recent Accidents Involving Athletes in Charlotte
LaMelo Ball is not the first athlete to experience a car accident in Charlotte. Historical incidents include:
- Cam Newton, former Carolina Panthers quarterback, fractured his back in a 2014 crash near Bank of America Stadium.
- Andy Dalton, backup quarterback for the Panthers, injured his thumb in a two-car crash in 2024.
These incidents highlight the potential dangers faced by athletes off the field, despite their on-court successes.
