NBA disciplines LaMelo Ball for tripping Bam Adebayo, calls play ‘reckless contact’
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Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been disciplined by the NBA after tripping Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during a recent game, the league announced Tuesday.
In its brief statement, the NBA characterized Ball’s action as “reckless contact” and confirmed that a penalty had been assessed. Specific details of the punishment were not included in the release.
The incident occurred as Adebayo moved up the floor; video replays showed Ball extending a leg and causing the Heat star to stumble to the court. Game officials reviewed the play and assessed Ball a flagrant foul on the spot.
Adebayo remained in the game after the fall, and Miami went on to secure the victory. Ball finished the night with 24 points and seven assists.
The Hornets did not immediately comment on the league’s decision.
Source: New York Post
