LaMelo Ball made his much-awaited return for the Charlotte Hornets on Friday, and it's clear as day how different their offense is whenever he suits up. Zach Lowe even pointed it out on his show earlier this week, saying that, "With LaMelo Ball on the floor, they would have the No. 1 offense in the NBA equivalent on the team level."
Unfortunately, Ball has been on the sidelines more often than people would like. The reason for his recent five-game absence is actually a bit concerning due to the nature of his injury. His right ankle has already undergone two procedures, and the fact that he is still dealing with it might not bode well for his long-term health.