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Charlotte Hornets' LaMelo Ball Shines Despite Loss to Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

In a closely contested match at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, the Charlotte Hornets faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking another chapter in their ongoing rivalry. The Hornets, with a record of 5-8, were looking to improve their standing but fell short against the undefeated Cavaliers who now boast an impressive 15-0 record. The final score stood at 128-114 in favor of the home team.


CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 17: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots over Brandon Miller #24 and LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets during the second quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 17, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

LaMelo Ball's Stellar Performance


Despite the loss, LaMelo Ball's performance was a silver lining for the Hornets. Scoring 31 points and delivering 12 assists, Ball showcased his exceptional talent and leadership on the court. His contribution was significant in keeping his team competitive throughout the game. Additionally, Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller each contributed significantly with 19 and 15 points respectively, demonstrating depth in Charlotte's roster.


Cavaliers' Dominant Game Play


On the other side of the court, the Cleveland Cavaliers displayed why they remain undefeated this season. Their offensive strategy paid off with a shooting percentage of 57 percent from field goals and an astounding 96 percent from free throws. Their defense was equally impressive; limiting turnovers to just twenty while capitalizing on fast break opportunities which contributed to their largest lead of sixteen points during the game.


CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 17: Ty Jerome #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots the ball during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on November 17, 2024 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

The upcoming schedule has Charlotte Hornets visiting Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on November 19th at 7:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live on YES Network or FDSSE TV channels as both teams look forward to putting up an exciting performance.


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CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 17: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 17, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
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