LaMelo Ball's Ankle Issues RETURN, Should They Deal Him for Ja Morant? | Why Kalkbrenner is TOO BIG TO FAIL

Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets · Nov 6, 2025 · 39m

We're back to talk about the injury bug, and it’s hitting the Hornets hard. We start with the frustrating news about LaMelo Ball. That "ankle impingement" that ended his season last year has returned , and it's clear this isn't just "load management". This recurring issue is a major concern, especially now that the team's identity is built around his specific talents and the team has finally put complementary pieces around him.As if that wasn't enough, we also have the official update on Brandon Miller. He's confirmed to have a left shoulder subluxation and will be reevaluated in two weeks…