The Hornets' current four-game losing streak is historically catastrophic, with a combined point differential of -145, the worst such stretch in NBA history.

Its Wednesday, February 19, and the Charlotte Hornets (13-39) are in LA to take on the Lakers (32-20). This game was originally scheduled for January 9 but was postponed due to the LA wildfires. Check your lineups as gametime approaches as the availability of both LeBron James and LaMelo Ball is in questions due to lingering ankle issues with each.

Target the Under for LaMelo Ball's points prop as the Dallas Mavericks vs. Charlotte Hornets pick and prediction for tonight.

LaMelo Ball with 27 Points vs. Los Angeles Lakers. LaMelo Ball with 27 Points vs. Los Angeles Lakers, 02/19/2025.

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The Charlotte Hornets lost their fourth-straight game on Tuesday night, falling to the Golden State Warriors 128-92. Star guard LaMelo Ball was sidelined due to right ankle soreness, but did play in Charlotte’s previous two losses,

The Golden State Warriors (31-27) dominated the Charlotte Hornets (14-43) in nearly every facet of Tuesday's night matchup from the Chase Center, cruising to a 128-92 victory. With their fourth consecutive loss,

Fans who watched LiAngelo Ball perform during the 2025 NBA All-Star weekend will get to hear him again while playing NBA 2K25. NBA 2K shared a video of Ball's "Tweaker" playing in 2K season 5, which dropped Friday.

Charlotte Hornets star guard LaMelo Ball played an integral role in Wednesday night's win at the Los Angeles Lakers but will sit out Thursday's game at the Denver Nuggets with left ankle soreness.

Charlotte Hornets star guard LaMelo Ball played an integral role in Wednesday night's win at the Los Angeles Lakers but will sit out Thursday's game at the Denver Nuggets with left ankle soreness.