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LaMelo Ball faces lawsuit for unpaid rent from former landlord

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:21 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

LaMelo Ball faces lawsuit for unpaid rent from former landlord

Summary

LaMelo Ball, recently traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, is facing a lawsuit alleging he owes over $100,000 in unpaid rent to Agape Property Management Group. The lawsuit claims he failed to fulfill financial obligations for two rental units in Charlotte, which he subletted to his manager, Jermaine Jackson. Reports indicate that the outstanding amount may exceed $181,500, including HOA fines. The legal action follows Ball's recent departure from the Charlotte Hornets to Minnesota for the 2026-27 season.

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By the Numbers

•Ball is being sued for over $100,000 in unpaid rent.
•Agape Property Management Group filed the lawsuit in North Carolina.
•Ball was recently traded to the Timberwolves from the Hornets.
•He lived in units formerly owned by Cam Newton and sublet one to Jackson.
•Agape claims Ball's actions have caused significant financial harm.

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12:21 AMYahoo Sports — LaMelo Ball lawsuit, explained: Why Timberwolves guard is being sued for six figures by former landlord

What they're saying

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Ball will be moving on to Minneapolis for the 2026-27 season, but a new lawsuit alleges he has unfinished financial settlements in Charlotte.
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