LaMelo Ball Spotted Dipping Into Lamborghini After Car Crash In Charlotte

The Hornets star was seen quickly getting into a Lamborghini SUV after his GMC Hummer was involved in a collision.

Feb. 24, 2026 at 11:39pm

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LaMelo Ball was involved in a car accident in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Wednesday. Video footage shows Ball quickly getting into a waiting Lamborghini SUV shortly after the collision, while his customized GMC Hummer EV was left on the scene. Medics were dispatched but it does not appear Ball suffered any serious injuries.

Why it matters

As a high-profile NBA player, any incident involving LaMelo Ball is likely to draw significant media attention. This accident raises questions about Ball's safety and the circumstances surrounding the crash, as well as the role of the Lamborghini that arrived on the scene.

The details

The video footage shows Ball's GMC Hummer EV colliding with a Kia Sedan at an intersection in uptown Charlotte. About 10 minutes later, a black Lamborghini SUV pulls up, and Ball is seen quickly getting into the passenger side before the vehicle drives off. The Hummer and Kia were both towed from the scene, and medics were dispatched for minor injuries, though it's unclear if Ball was injured.

  • The accident occurred on Wednesday in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • The Lamborghini arrived on the scene about 10 minutes after the crash.

The players

LaMelo Ball

A 24-year-old NBA player for the Charlotte Hornets, who was involved in the car accident.

Kia Sedan

The other vehicle involved in the collision with LaMelo Ball's GMC Hummer EV.

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What they’re saying

“LaMelo Ball was in no mood to be seen after his car crash in Charlotte ... new video obtained by TMZ Sports shows the Hornets hooper quickly dipping into a Lamborghini that pulled up to the accident scene to pick him up, as his '22 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1 sat wheel-less in the street.”

— TMZ Staff

What’s next

Ball has not commented on the accident, and it remains to be seen if there will be any further investigation or consequences from the incident. The Hornets are scheduled to play their first game back from the All-Star Break later today against the Houston Rockets.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the unique challenges and scrutiny that high-profile athletes like LaMelo Ball face, where even a minor car accident can become a media event. It also raises questions about the role of the Lamborghini that arrived on the scene and whether Ball received any special treatment or assistance due to his celebrity status.