CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Charlotte Hornets All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball sprained his left ankle in the third quarter of a preseason game against the Washington Wizards on Monday when his foot was stepped on while he was driving to the basket.
The Hornets announced that Ball will not return to the game.
Ball was driving the left side of the lane when Washington's Anthony Gill inadvertently stepped on Ball's foot, causing the third-year pro's ankle to twist awkwardly.
Ball remained on the floor for several minutes before getting to his feet and gingerly walking to the free throw line.