The Charlotte Hornets only had a 19-percent chance of ending up with a … LaMelo Ball Ball with the Illawarra Hawks in 2019 No. LaMelo is different. The Suns could surround him with playmakers, shooters and scorers, which he'll need given his lack of creation skills and reliable jump shot. Archived. SHARES. Meanwhile, the Warriors could acquire a replacement and future upgrade from Willie Cauley-Stein, who the team just traded to the Dallas Mavericks. Verdict: LaMelo is both the better scorer right now and has the much higher scoring ceiling. LaVar Ball wasn’t going to let a pandemic get in the way of a luxurious NBA Draft party. While there are some concerns about his scoring, Haliburton would benefit from playing next to Karl-Anthony Towns, Andrew Wiggins and Jarrett Culver. Anthony is viewed as a point guard, but based on his scouting report since high school and 3.8 turnovers to 3.6 assists, he may be better suited to play alongside a facilitator like Lonzo Ball. LaMelo Ball wasn't the only rookie to have a successful preseason debut. https://images.daznservices.com/di/library/sporting_news/17/43/lamelo-lonzo-ball-111220-getty-ftr_17s8sz45rwf1e1ow083tchwt2y.jpg?t=-1041190491&w=500&quality=80, How Ball brothers slowly moved away from family business. Maybe the nightmare scenario for LaMelo is bad, but the same could be said for any player in almost any draft. LaMelo brings the generational passing talent of Lonzo paired with the scoring skillset of a 20-point per game scorer. Fit is widely known to play a major role in early development. Lonzo Ball Stats and news - NBA stats and news on New Orleans Pelicans Guard Lonzo Ball The Charlotte Hornets only had a 19-percent chance of ending up with a top three-pick in the NBA Draft.On the night of the lottery, the Hornets jumped up five picks to land the third-overall pick. Current standings suggest the Portland Trail Blazers could be drafting somewhere in the back end of the lottery, a likely landing range for Obi Toppin. By joining the Charlotte Hornets, Onyeka Okongwu plugs a hole. The Hornets would add a center who can both score inside and protect the rim. 3 overall in 2020 NBA Draft. 5 overall pick Isaac Okoro scored 18 points on … Coby White may be better off playing a sixth-man or bench-spark role with his streak scoring, and Ball would give Chicago a more complete ball-handler and far superior playmaker. Whether he reaches that level in the NBA remains to be seen, but it's there. SportsPulse: The former NBA point guard had a blast filming with costars Kyrie Irving, Shaquille O’Neal, Reggie Miller and others. He could wind up replacing Jrue Holiday if the team decides it is better off trading him for pieces who align with the team's new timetable. He spends his childhood trying to keep up with his older siblings, playing against their older friends, wanting to exceed the weight on his shoulders of being so-and-so's little brother. LaMelo Ball squats Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, during the Illawarra Hawks' game against the Sydney Kings in the Australian Basketball League in Sydney. Whoever taught the Ball brothers to shoot (we're looking at you, LaVar) didn't exactly do a picture perfect job. LaMelo actually recorded a higher assist percentage (36.9 percent) in Australia than Lonzo did at UCLA (31.4 percent) while also turning the ball over more than six percentage points less than his older brother. His length, athleticism, competitiveness and 6.3 rebounds per game also bode well for his potential to defend either guard spot. But his transition may be smooth by joining a team with lower expectations and young players on similar timelines. Something isn't right in Minnesota, and the Timberwolves need a new lead playmaker to help get more out of an offense that has talent but ranks No. ... from the field and 37.5 percent from the 3-point line. That's simply not efficient enough. Okongwu, meanwhile, ranks in the 96th percentile on post-ups, finishes 68.2 percent of his shots around the basket and holds opponents to just 25.0 percent of their shots at the rim. That's useful for an NBA team, no doubt. LaMelo Ball is widely considered to be among the top prospects in the 2020 draft class, with the expectation that the playmaking point guard will be a top-five pick. And when Gordon or LaMelo is off the ball, it will open up things for them.” ... Charlotte finished last in field-goal percentage and 19th among 30 teams in 3-point percentage. His playmaking and passing are ahead of his scoring. Deni Avdija doesn't play much in EuroLeague, and when he does, he's often standing around the wings and corners. He also appears more comfortable shooting off the dribble, although that's not yet an efficient shot for him. LaMelo Ball didn’t get the typical draft experience at Barclays Center, but instead he became the No. MORE: How Ball brothers slowly moved away from family business. Bey can be of immediate help with his elite 3-point shooting and perimeter defense. Lonzo has averaged 6.6 assists per game in his NBA career, and LaMelo averaged 6.8 assists per game last year in Australia. Statistically, Lonzo has the obvious edge here right now. LaMelo Ball horrid from 3-point range in Junior Basketball Association ─ 3-for-32 (9.3 percent) Close. Remember when Lonzo got torched by Kentucky's De'Aaron Fox in the NCAA Tournament? Of course, the reason LaMelo isn't the surefire No. The Hornets selected elite PG LaMelo Ball with the No. Cole Anthony didn't have much help in the nine games he played at North Carolina before injuring his knee, and it resulted in some rough inefficiency. 32 points The baby brother is supposed to be the best. Edwards isn't built to take on a lead-guard role as a rookie. Last season with the Pelicans, Ball averaged career-highs with 11.8 points per game, 7.0 assists and 37.5 3-point shooting percentage in 63 games. He shouldn't mind playing in Phoenix, either. LaMelo Ball's father has advised his injured son and potential No.1 NBA draft pick to only resume playing with NBL cellar dwellers Illawarra once he's 100 percent fit. Posted by. If that's where LaMelo topped out, it'd be a disappointment, because he's already got all the moves — he just needs to pull them out at the right time and increase their efficiency a bit. And despite Chicago underachieving, Ball would still have strong weapons to defer to (when healthy) in Otto Porter Jr., Zach LaVine, Lauri Markkanen and Wendell Carter Jr. He'd replicate what Draymond Green does for the Golden State Warriors—move the ball, finish what the defense gives him and lock down opponents' top players. USA TODAY Sports. LaMelo Ball: master of the free throw line floater. Portland ranked 27th in defensive efficiency and 29th in opponent's 3-point field-goal percentage last season.17. Lamelo Ball averaged 17.0 points, 7.6 rebounds and 6.9 assists per game, playing 12 games with Illawarra Hawks, during the 2019-2020 Australia - NBL regular-season. When you look at the Ball’s numbers overall in Australia, things like his shot percentage and 3-point percentage numbers are lower than you would want from a player of his caliber. 55% shooting Killian Hayes should be hoping for a suitor that has a point guard opening and shooters. He grabbed a season-high 12 rebounds in 36 minutes against New Zealand Breakers on … Even if inefficient, he'll bring enough different scoring possibilities to the table to keep defenses honest. Re: Welcome To Charlotte: LaMelo Ball Post #568 » by yosemiteben » Tue Nov 24, 2020 9:00 pm JMAC3 wrote: Lonzo rookie stats are a good starting place- Melo is a far better shooter than Lonzo ever was hence the horrible free throw percentage LaMelo Ball would get to dominate the ball for the New York Knicks or Detroit Pistons, but neither provide suitable environments for young player development. 1 pick despite a massive, 20 ppg and 10 apg-level ceiling, is because of this notion of his bust potential. He set his season-high with 32 points in 40 minutes against Cairns Taipans on November 25, 2019. He averaged 17.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.6 steals in those 12 games on 37.5 percent shooting from the field, 25.0 percent from 3-point range and 72.3 percent from the free throw line. 1 year ago. Will the Ball family follow the universal rules of athletic baby brothers? LaMelo Ball goes to Hornets No. 3k. He also shot 25% from 3-point range and 72.3% from the free-throw line. Big night for Okoro. He has a bigger role in the Israel BSL, where he's averaging 10.9 points on 54.8 percent shooting and 35.6 percent from three. The third pick in the draft by the Hornets, Ball didn’t score, missing all five of his shots. The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann takes a deep dive into 2020 NBA draft prospect LaMelo Ball and breaks down the development of his 3-point shot, how his defense will translate to … LaMelo Ball would get to dominate the ball for the New York Knicks or Detroit Pistons, but neither provide suitable environments for young player development. He'd get both in Golden State, where the Warriors can surround him with playmakers and shooters, and Wiseman could play 20-plus minutes at center, finishing what Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, D'Angelo Russell and Draymond Green create for him inside. Lonzo shot 41.2 percent from 3 on 5.2 attempts per game from the shorter NCAA 3-point line in one season at UCLA, but has shot only 31.8 percent from 3 on 5.4 attempts per game in the NBA. Verdict: Lonzo is the better shooter at this very moment. Avdija wouldn't have a giant workload or high usage, but he'd take Bogdan Bogdanovic's spot and play alongside talent. While Avdija is often used as a spot-up player overseas, his MVP showing during the summer at the U20 European Championships illuminated untapped scoring and passing skills. No one's entering the 2020 draft feeling like LaMelo's defense is a plus, but there are likely varying opinions in front offices nonetheless. Using top prospects and projected lottery teams based on current standings, we pinpointed the matches that should result in both parties flourishing. The draw to James Wiseman revolves around his 7'1", 240-pound size and 7'6" wingspan. He's averaged 1.5 steals and 0.6 blocks per game in his NBA career, and more often than not he uses his length well to limit easy chances for opponents while also defending the passing lanes. He also happens to have turned a significant corner skill-wise, ranking in the 86th percentile on post-ups and 92nd percentile on spot-ups while nearly hitting a three-pointer per game (19 in 21 games). LaMelo Ball horrid from 3-point range in Junior Basketball Association. It's an effort thing for a young player with LaMelo's length and athleticism more than it is anything else. LaMelo is lining up to be a top-three selection in the 2020 NBA Draft with a less conventional path to get there. What if he keeps taking bad shots? Those shooting splits point to some glaring concerns in Ball's game, but it didn't stop the Charlotte Hornets from selecting him with the No. He'll be better catching the ball off momentum from the wings, which should discourage the dance-and-pull-up isolation shots and encourage more slashing with his 6'5", 225-pound frame. Both LaMelo and Lonzo execute passes that other players don't even see. It's worth noting that Lonzo was uber-efficient in the paint in college, but he was helped by playing on a very talented, fast-paced team that often got him super easy looks against less athletic defenders. He shot better than 40 percent from 3 at UCLA, while LaMelo shot just 25 percent beyond the line in Australia (although the NBL line is further back than the NCAA one). Since entering the NBA, Lonzo has improved in each of his three seasons as a shooter from 3-point range, going from 31 to 33 to 38 percent this past season for the Pelicans. Many of the top NBA prospects would benefit from being drafted by specific teams that can cater to their particular strengths and weaknesses. He should already be highlighted on the Phoenix Suns' draft board. The No. He'd also give the Kings' forward rotation a more versatile playmaker and defender, as well as another shot-maker. LaMelo Ball become the youngest player in NBL history to record a triple double with 32 points 11 rebounds and 13 assists!! LaMelo, on the other hand, shot a better percentage from two-point range in Australia and brings a wide variety of finishing moves. Lonzo's always had a launch from the shoulder sort of shot, although it's gotten cleaned up the last few years in the NBA. The Detroit Pistons have both, as well as Frenchman Sekou Doumbouya, whom Hayes is familiar with (and seemingly friendly with based on interviews) from Jeep Elite League and Basketball Without Borders. He'd also make the game easier for Towns and Culver while reducing Wiggins' decision-making responsibilities. Verdict: Lonzo, but only barely, and only because his game depends on passing more than LaMelo's. Tyrese Haliburton should be one of the team's lottery targets, given his special passing and improved shooting. Isaac Okoro's identity is built around offensive efficiency, defensive toughness/versatility and intangibles that contribute to winning. If he can make the open ones (and pass up the shaky shot selection that's often a part of the LaMelo highlight reels we see), he'll be an effective enough shooter in the league for his other talents to really shine through. He averaged 17.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.6 steals in those 12 games on 37.5 percent shooting from the field, 25.0 percent from 3-point range and 72.3 percent from the free throw line. Coming out of UCLA, maybe a case could've been made for Lonzo in this category. Youngest player in NBL history to put up a triple-double It's not really fair to compare LaMelo's passing in Australia's National Basketball League (NBL) to Lonzo's in the NBA, but we can go with the pre-draft season Lonzo spent at UCLA. LaMelo Ball horrid from 3-point range in Junior Basketball Association ─ 3-for-32 (9.3 percent) Yeah, everyone was down on his defense then, but he's turned out just fine. Neither has great form, but if LaMelo's shot selection improves, he might be able to catch up. For incoming point guards, there aren't many desirable destinations among lottery teams. Can you name the other 3? And in Golden State, there wouldn't be as much pressure early for him to show he can create and make shots outside the paint—an urge he's had trouble resisting over the years. We broke it all down for you. 22 in efficiency, per ESPN. And at least he'll occasionally make an athletic, game-changing play on defense, even if those don't show up quite as much as a team would want. Opponents will be more worried about LaMelo's size and passing ability getting into the lane, where he's also an adept finisher. pic.twitter.com/AflLkp3DO2. pic.twitter.com/Rr4OGbnqcL. Given his tools and bounce, Wiseman figures to be an effective lob target, rim runner and offensive rebounder, regardless of how much he develops. Assuming Reggie Jackson and Derrick Rose aren't desirable long-term answers, the Pistons should already be scouting the 18-year-old, who is averaging 10.9 points and 5.1 assists on 49.1 percent shooting between EuroCup, the German BBL and German Cup. The projected 2020-21 rookie would receive a nice balance of touches and limited pressure. LaMelo LaFrance Ball (born August 22, 2001) is an American professional basketball player for the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Lonzo might've improved his shooting from the outside, but he isn't as shifty in the lane and doesn't have as wide a variety of finishing options. We discussed the upside he has offensively above, probably more offensive upside than even the most fervent Lonzo supporter ever thought he had in the NBA. ... goal percentage. Sacramento should look tougher next season, assuming De'Aaron Fox and Marvin Bagley III remain healthy. 2 overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft out of UCLA. For a team needing an influx of talent, ceiling can outdo red flags. 414. CLOSE. That'll be the biggest key for LaMelo in the NBA: Making the open ones that other teams give him. The one misconception to avoid when discussing LaMelo's passing is the idea that his occasionally self-centered game means he doesn't like to pass. Anthony could then focus on his signature scoring without having to worry about running the offense and properly balancing it with setting up teammates. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter. Lonzo Ball with the block and the bounce pass! LaMelo Ball’s preseason debut had a little bit of everything. LaMelo frequently launches off one foot in the lane, be it for floaters or fancy layups. He's also interchangeable between frontcourt positions. The negative highlights that surface for LaMelo are almost always defensively based. He misses layups more than you'd ever like from a 6-6 guard. Think about it, though. As one of the nation's most explosive big men, Toppin could give Portland's frontcourt athleticism and energy that Carmelo Anthony, Hassan Whiteside and Jusuf Nurkic cannot. Trae Young would be helpful for Anthony Edwards, and Edwards would give the Atlanta Hawks another scorer to take pressure off their high-usage point guard. 3 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. He can add small bits and pieces to his game, but he'll likely remain about a 10 point per game scorer at the NBA level. At this point, we've likely seen what Lonzo can be as a scorer. 2 or 3, he'll be giving Atlanta a much-needed scoring wing between Young and John Collins, assuming his ceiling is notably higher than Kevin Huerter's, Cam Reddish's and De'Andre Hunter's. He still averaged 1.7 steals per game in Australia, showing a nose for the ball, at least. This is where things start shifting drastically in LaMelo's favor. He'd have an easier situation in New Orleans. In 2019-20, Lonzo was in the bottom-fifth of the NBA in two-point field-goal percentage, shooting less than 45 percent from inside the arc. Subscribe to Stathead , the set of tools used by the pros, to unearth this and other interesting factoids. Lonzo Ball is 1 of 4 players in NBA history to average at least 6 RPG & 6 APG at age 20 or younger. The questions ask about his skill level, awareness and motor, so he's definitely one of the prospects who'd benefit from having quality teammates and a simplified role. But with powerful legs and a physical style, he can also play the 4 alongside Deandre Ayton. LaMelo Ball - Career stats, game logs, leaderboard appearances, awards, and achievements for international club and tournament play This really is a tight competition. He could play to his strengths in Minnesota and just focus on facilitating and hitting open outside shots. The Chicago Bulls would be Ball's best bet. After shooting just 31.5% from 3-point range in his two seasons in Los Angeles, Ball’s percentage jumped to 37.5% in New Orleans, including a stretch of 45 games in the middle of the season in which he shot 39.2%. What if he doesn't give good effort? He was selected by the Hornets with the third overall pick of the 2020 NBA draft . Verdict: Lonzo, but the jury is still out on LaMelo. It may mean a slower start to his career, but a reduced early role might not be such a terrible thing for his development. They'd let Ball play to his strengths as a passer, and he wouldn't have to try to create too much or consistently score inside the arc. Applying a bunch of 'ifs' next to his name would've grown the ceiling for sure: if his shot improves, if he continues to score efficiently at the rim, if his defense doesn't come and go. Much of the speculation originally centered on a photo of LaMelo standing next to brother Lonzo in which the two looked to be the same height. Ball's mother, Tina, left teaching after suffering a stroke in 2017. This kid is special.pic.twitter.com/eftCzi9Z3V. 2019-2020 season with Illawarra Hawks. Whether that's pushing the ball in transition, flinging a one-handed pass across the court, pulling out a flashy distribution to a rolling forward, it doesn't matter — the passing skills and vision of the Ball brothers are absolutely top-notch. Thanks to LaMelo's size as a nominal point guard, teams could possibly use him against small-forward types where he'll have a better chance of keeping a bigger player in front of him, but it's really all going to come down to whether a team can get LaMelo to focus defensively. Toppin doesn't have to be just a finisher and clean-up man—there is more upside to his offensive outlook. LaMelo Ball's passing! LaMelo appears more to push the ball from almost directly in front of his face, which isn't quite a recipe for seeing the target. How does Ball fit in with the current roster of each NBA franchise that picks in the top five? Only the Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic shoot a lower percentage than Charlotte inside 10 feet. Stats courtesy of Synergy Sports or NBA.com unless otherwise noted. LaMelo Ball earlier today: On one hand, he'd benefit from a winning culture and locker room. What if his personality as a point guard doesn't bring the team together? LaMelo will bare minimum be the best passer on a team, capable of creating a chunk of easy shots for his teammates every game. No. Averaging 7.1 assists to 2.7 turnovers, the 6'5" point guard is also now making 40.0 percent of his 6.1 thee-point attempts per game. It also wouldn't hurt for the upcoming rookie (who'll be 19) to play for a disciplinarian-type coach like Jim Boylen. LaMelo Ball is Lonzo's baby brother (and LiAngelo's, too, but for the sake of discussion, this is about LaMelo and Lonzo). Teams still tend to sag off Lonzo and force him to make shots, but when left open, he's done that more consistently. LaMelo has the athletic tools to be a good defender, but so do many of the players who come into the league as negatives at that end and never really get better. LaMelo Ball's height has been long speculated and even rumored ahead of the 2020 NBA draft. In LaMelo's case, the ceiling is high. Okoro has earned a wing label for his 6'6" size and effectiveness guarding around the perimeter. Some players need minutes and touches right away, while others are better off being brought on slower, first playing to their strengths before being immediately featured offensively. 13 assists Verdict: LaMelo's got a higher ceiling than Lonzo did coming out of college or than Lonzo appears to have after three years in the NBA. There isn't as much noise surrounding Golden State and LaMelo Ball, however. Lonzo Ball’s turnaround as a shooter last season was a huge catalyst for his breakout season. But we've mostly seen what Lonzo is — a player who can run an offense very well but will rarely create his own shot. Opponents shoot 62.8 percent against the Hornets inside six feet, the seventh-highest figure in the league. 11 rebounds By the time Edwards begins to hit his stride in year No. At the time, Lonzo was listed at … The breakout star at Dayton leads the nation in dunks, and the Blazers could value his easy baskets in a lineup that features Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum and Anthony, players who lean on difficult shot selection. ... (18.0), field goal percentage (.423) and 3-point percentage (.407). LaMelo Ball made a great first impression for Charlotte Hornets fans in his NBA preseason debut. Charlotte would give Okongwu the opportunity to receive touches and immediately start establishing himself as a defensive anchor. The front office also likely figured it could draft a long-term upgrade over Jeff Teague before trading him to the Atlanta Hawks. That's not necessarily true for LaMelo, even though it also might be LaMelo's best skill. At 6'9", 220 pounds and turning 22 years old in March, Toppin also figures to be one of the more NBA-ready rookies, a selling point to a franchise that doesn't intend on rebuilding. NBA By Editor. For Lonzo to be an above-average NBA player, he needs his passing to be his best skill. If he can lock in for long stretches as a defender, he should be solid, too. Months later, Charlotte used said pick to select guard LaMelo Ball of the Illawara Hawks. Even if the Pelicans hold onto Holiday, JJ Redick isn't a long-term role player in New Orleans, and Anthony would beat out Frank Jackson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. 6 in the league in three-point percentage (36.7 percent). The baby brother certainly could be the best. LaMelo actually recorded a higher assist percentage (36.9 percent) in Australia than Lonzo did at UCLA (31.4 percent) while also turning the ball over more than six percentage … Team: Charlotte Height: 6-7 Born: 8/22/2001 Position: G Weight: 181 Birthplace: Chino Hills, California College: None Draft: 1st Round 3rd pick by Hornets(2020) It's also a mutually beneficial fit, as he would get an open path to a starting position for a team with a rising backcourt and versatile forwards in PJ Washington and Miles Bridges. LaMelo Ball made a great first impression for Charlotte Hornets fans in his NBA preseason debut. Bucks. Lonzo has proven to be a solid pass-first point guard in the NBA, while LaMelo oozes upside coupled with risk. Lonzo was the No. Lonzo's game, as we'll get into more below, is more predicated on passing than LaMelo's. pic.twitter.com/uVP7n9oJQW. Okoro could ultimately be the star role player who helps unlock and optimize the Suns' talent. The attention Young draws, plus his passing, should make the game easier for Edwards, who'll enter the league at 19 years old. Given LaVine's usage, plus Markkanen's and Carter's suspected desire for more touches, there wouldn't even be many chances for Ball to develop bad habits when it comes to dancing with the rock. That means they'll sag off him, too. 2019-20 stats: 7.4 points, 3.1 assists, 1.8 rebounds, 45.6 field-goal percentage, 36.7 3-point percentage, 68.9 free-throw percentage in 17.7 minutes during 22 EuroLeague games. Immediate NBA minutes could benefit Avdija, and he'd presumably get them with the Sacramento Kings, a team that has pieces capable of eventually elevating the franchise. LaMelo, just like Lonzo, is a great distributor. Now all that's left to find out is who's better. They're similar in stature and position, but they've got different games. Lonzo Ball feels he has an advantage over younger brother LaMelo Ball when the two face off next season. We've seen him struggle with shot selection, decision-making and overall efficiency. Despite improvement and elite free-throw numbers (88.2 percent in 2019-20), Hayes' perimeter game needs work, so he would benefit from a Pistons lineup that ranks No.
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