Hornets give LaMelo Ball $260 million extension, NBA Twitter reacts

Examining the Hornets' decision to hand LaMelo Ball a lucrative contract and the backlash it has ignited on NBA Twitter.

Hornets give LaMelo Ball $260 million extension, NBA Twitter reacts

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The Charlotte Hornets have secured their future by making the ⁠ daring decision to establish LaMelo Ball as their cornerstone athlete.  Ball and the Hornets sealed a five-year designated maximum extension worth up to $260 million.

LaMelo Ball’s rapid ascent to stardom is undeniable. Drafted as the 3rd overall pick by the Hornets in 2020, he quickly proved himself by winning Rookie of the Year in his debut season. Next year, he earned a coveted spot in the All-Star Game, becoming one of the youngest players ever to achieve this remarkable feat.

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Unfortunately, injuries plagued Ball during his third season, forcing him to miss a significant portion of games. Despite these setbacks, he demonstrated substantial growth whenever he graced the court. The Hornets have shown unwavering faith in Ball’s potential and talent by offering him a lucrative extension.

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The Hornets’ commitment to Ball, although admirable, has ignited ⁠ a wave of criticism on social media. NBA Twitter slams Hornets for hefty investment in LaMelo Ball, questioning his long-term value and labeling the franchise as “unserious.” Critics cite Ball’s short track record and injury concerns.

NBA fans react to LaMelo Ball’s $260 MILLION extension by Hornets

With LaMelo Ball putting pen to the lucrative deal, several fans on Twitter were left unimpressed by the Hornets’ decision. The decision to hand the young gun the max extension has ignited heated debate and criticism on NBA Twitter, with many mocking the Hornets as an “unserious franchise.”

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Here are some of the fans reactions from Twitter/X:


Several have claimed that the league’s salary structure is escalating uncontrollably, with teams often paying exorbitant amounts to unproven players based on potential rather than proven performance. The Hornets’ decision to invest such a substantial sum in Ball has only fueled these criticisms.

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