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The Charlotte Hornets face uncertainty in their lineup against the San Antonio Spurs, with LaMelo Ball listed as questionable due to an ankle injury. Key players like Brandon Miller, Grant Williams, and Tre Mann are out for the season.

Lee was told postgame of Ball’s latest status. MRI results on his left ankle confirmed that it is a left ankle sprain, and the Hornets said their guard will be re-evaluated in one week, news that the head coach welcomed but still leaves his team in a bit of limbo at present.

Well this game could go in a couple of different ways, but it really comes down to the Spurs center of Wembanyama. The Hornets traded Mark Williams, so they're left with Moussa Diabate, Taj Gibson, and Jusuf Nurkic. As well, Nurkic may not even be available, which really shortens the Hornets center rotation.

The Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs will go head-to-head on Friday night. However, is LaMelo Ball playing tonight? Ball is among the Hornets listed on the NBA injury report. The Hornets star is dealing with a left ankle sprain.

The Charlotte Hornets will take on the San Antonio Spurs on Friday in an interconference match. The 23-year-old LaMelo Ball is doubtful for the match as he is suffering from a left ankle sprain and is listed as 'questionable' on the team's injury list.