According to Hughes, strong defensive teams like the Orlando Magic and the Houston Rockets may benefit from adding an offensive weapon like Ball. LaMelo Ball has been one of the league's most ...

Born on August 22, 2001, in Anaheim, California, LaMelo Ball is an American professional ... He was rewarded as the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2021. LaMelo was enrolled at Chino Hills High School ...

At only 23 years old, LaMelo Ball's peers in that age range are more often rookies or players still on rookie contracts. He is unique in that he's on an extension despite being so young.