LaMelo Ball Involved in Car Accident, Uninjured

Hornets star comments on incident, says both drivers walked away safely

Feb. 28, 2026 at 10:31pm

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Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball was involved in a two-car head-on collision in Uptown Charlotte on Wednesday afternoon. Fortunately, both Ball and the other driver walked away from the wreck with no serious injuries. Ball addressed the incident in a postgame interview, saying "Unfortunate. Everybody is cool, so blessings. God is great."

Why it matters

As a rising NBA star, any incident involving LaMelo Ball is of high interest to basketball fans and the media. The fact that he was able to walk away from a potentially serious car accident is a relief, especially with the Hornets in playoff contention.

The details

The accident occurred at the intersection of Trade and Tryon in Uptown Charlotte. Ball was asked why he left the scene, but he did not comment further. The police were already on the scene and did not seem to have any issues with Ball departing, likely to avoid drawing a large crowd given his celebrity status.

  • The accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon.
  • Ball played in the Hornets' game against the Houston Rockets the following day.

The players

LaMelo Ball

The starting point guard for the Charlotte Hornets, who is considered one of the rising young stars in the NBA.

Charlotte Hornets

The professional basketball team based in Charlotte, North Carolina that plays in the Eastern Conference of the NBA.

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What they’re saying

“Unfortunate. Everybody is cool, so blessings. God is great.”

— LaMelo Ball

What’s next

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is likely to continue investigating the details of the accident, but Ball is expected to be able to continue playing for the Hornets without any issues.

The takeaway

Despite the scary nature of the accident, the fact that both Ball and the other driver were able to walk away uninjured is a positive outcome. This incident serves as a reminder of the risks professional athletes face on the roads, but also highlights Ball's resilience in being able to quickly return to the court and contribute to his team's playoff push.