LaMelo Ball faces lawsuit over alleged incident during 2023 event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
A lawsuit against Charlotte Hornets player LaMelo Ball is progressing toward trial. The suit claims Ball injured a child's foot while driving away from Spectrum Center after a scrimmage event on October 7, 2023. The incident reportedly occurred as fans crowded around Ball's car at a traffic light, during which he is accused of driving recklessly. The plaintiff alleges that Ball's actions constituted gross negligence, leading to their son being hit by the vehicle. Court records indicate the case is moving forward in the legal system.
- •Lawsuit seeks over $3 million from LaMelo Ball
- •Incident occurred after a 2023 event at Spectrum Center
- •Claim includes allegations of reckless driving
- •Case is moving closer to trial in court records
- •Injured child's foot reportedly involved
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