LaMelo Ball is only a rookie, and even though he was the third overall pick in this year’s NBA draft, the Charlotte Hornets are not going to throw him into the fire too soon. His father, LaVar Ball, is not a fan of the Hornets strategy to play LaMelo off the bench. So, naturally, he’s already voicing his opinion on LaMelo’s ability to start.
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Via TMZ:
LaVar Ball says bluntly that Melo deserves a starting role right now — explaining, “If [Melo is] your marquee guy, what marquee guy don’t start?”
Melo had a rough first game — missing all 5 of his shots in 16 minutes on the floor … but it’s obvious he can play. Even Shaq vouched for him this week.
There’s more with LaVar … he also told us about the plan for his son LiAngelo (who was recently released by the Detroit Pistons) and why he’s still holding out hope all 3 of his boys will eventually play on the same team.
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LaVar Ball needs to shut his mouth and let the Charlotte Hornets manage their player. His overbearing style hasn’t done any good for LaMelo’s brother, fellow NBA player Lonzo Ball.
All LaVar Ball does is put more pressure on his sons to succeed, and being top draft picks is enough pressure on its own. Hopefully LaMelo won’t be burdened by his father’s expectations.
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