Is LaMelo Ball playing tonight against Sixers? Latest on Hornets superstar's availability for Emirates NBA Cup clash (Dec. 3) 

LaMelo Ball is listed as out for the Charlotte Hornets when they take on the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. The 23-year-old point guard last played in the Hornets' 94-98 loss to the Miami Heat, where he scored 32 points and compiled seven assists and 10 rebounds in a standout performance.

The 2024-25 season has been LaMelo Ball's best yet, with the star guard averaging 31.1 points, 5.4 rebounds and 6.9 assists on 43% field goal shooting and 35.6% from 3.

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According to ESPN's Shams Charania, who reported on November 30, Ball suffered a left calf strain and would be evaluated after two weeks. The Hornets are dealing with a worsening injury crisis, with Miles Bridges also missing previous games against the Hawks. Additionally, Tre Mann, Miles Bridges and Grant Williams have all suffered injuries in a short span of time.

How has LaMelo Ball fared against the Sixers?

LaMelo Ball has averaged 18.5 ppg, 6.3 apg and 5.2 rpg in six games against the Philadelphia 76ers in his career. His best performance against them came earlier this season, where he scored 38 points, assisted eight times and grabbed four rebounds in a 105-107 loss for the Hornets. Despite his impressive individual stats versus the Sixers, LaMelo Ball has a record of 1-5 against the Eastern Conference rival.

Where and how to watch Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers?

The Charlotte Hornets face the Philadelphia 76ers in a crucial Eastern Conference clash tonight at 7:00 p.m. ET at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Fans looking to catch the action can watch the game on NBCS-PH and FDSSE on TV or stream it live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

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