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LaVar Ball Criticizes Hornets Coach, Urges Team to Sign Lonzo and LiAngelo After Play-In Blowout

Media see the reunion idea as unlikely given Lonzo's injuries alongside LiAngelo's music focus.

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Lonzo Ball #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on February 01, 2026 in Portland, Oregon, Image 2 shows LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets dribbles the ball up the court against the Orlando Magic during the third quarter of a Play-In Tournament game at Kia Center on April 17, 2026 in Orlando, Florida, Image 3 shows LaVar Ball watches the game from the sidelines during the round three NBL match between Perth Wildcats and Illawarra Hawks at RAC Arena, on October 02, 2025, in Perth, Australia

Overview

  • LaVar Ball posted a video after Friday's 121–90 play-in loss to the Magic, saying head coach Charles Lee gave up too early by sitting LaMelo before the final horn.
  • He pressed the Hornets to add Lonzo and LiAngelo to join LaMelo, repeating his pitch that “three Balls are better than one” and touting their chemistry and pace.
  • Coverage notes Lonzo is a free agent after the Utah Jazz waived him, with recent injuries and a low-impact stint as a reserve with the Cavaliers this season.
  • Reports add that LiAngelo has never played in the NBA, last suited up professionally in Mexico in 2024, and is now focused on a music career.
  • Outlets treat the proposal as improbable and more promotional than practical, suggesting it is unlikely to influence Charlotte’s offseason plans.