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The NBA 2020-2021 preseason is already filled with amazing highlights. It also featured some of the best plays from this year’s draft picks. One of which is the 3rd overall draft pick, LaMelo Ball. LaMelo is the brother of Lonzo Ball from the New Orleans Pelicans and LiAngelo Ball from the Detroit Pistons. The Ball brothers have been very popular because of their father, LaVar Ball, who believes that his sons will be the future stars of the NBA. It appears that his theory is somehow correct as LaMelo showcased his skills on his first NBA preseason game with the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA: LaMelo Ball Showcased His Passing Skills
During his first NBA preseason game, LaMelo Ball showcased his amazing visuals on the court. He did a behind-the-back assist in transition led to an easy basket by Miles Bridges. LaMelo also did a cradle drive pass to his teammate for an easy score. It appears that LaMelo learned a lot from the playmaking skills of his older brother Lonzo Ball. LaMelo did a fullcourt pass for an easy two points similar to Lonzo’s passing style. However, LaMelo struggled in the offense as he finished the game with 0 points.
LaMelo Struggled In Scoring
Despite struggling in shooting, LaMelo Ball still proves that he’s an elite player who can bring great achievements to his team. LaMelo missed eight of his shot attempts. However, he didn’t disappoint the fans with his passing skills. The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Toronto Raptors with a score of 111-100. Despite losing, LaMelo’s team still showed that they can close out a tight game with the 2019 NBA Champions.
NBA: LaMelo Ball Not Spending His First NBA Salary
LaMelo Ball recently went headlines after showing off his sparkly diamond grill. According to LaVar Ball, “If that’s what he wanted, that’s on him.” Fans started thinking that LaMelo might spend his NBA money on nonsense items. Now, the 19-year old rookie made a statement regarding his first NBA salary. According to him, “I don’t spend my NBA money, I’m smarter than that, man.” LaMelo signed a two-year $16,071,720 contract with the Hornets. LaVar is also expected to help his son with his finances. It’s no secret that LaMelo has been earning a lot from his endorsements. One of which is his shoe deal with Puma, which is rumored to be around $100 million. The global director of brand and marketing of Puma also revealed that LaMelo has access to the company’s private jet.
The NBA 2020-21 season will begin on Tuesday, December 22.