Fansided · Dec 2, 2025
Mavericks must avoid LaMelo Ball nightmare trade that would ruin Flagg's future
LaMelo Ball | Megan Briggs/GettyImagesWith the record the Dallas Mavericks currently have through 22 games, trading for Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball could be a move that the team could be tempted to make in an attempt to save this season and build around Cooper Flagg. However, Ball is a player the Mavericks don't need to waste their time trading for.
Because of the poor record the Hornets have had since drafting Ball, combined with his controversial playstyle and attitude, he's been in rumors to be traded by the team this season. There can be some interest from teams to trade for Ball thanks to his unreal playmaking and potential, but the Mavericks must stay away.
