The youngest of the Ball brothers, who has played for teams in Lithuania, Ohio and New Zealand since leaving before his junior season at Chino Hills High, could be the top pick in Wednesday’s virtual draft.
LaMelo Ball is a one-of-a-kind prospect for a unique NBA Draft — Daily Breeze
This supports the notion Ball’s draft stock is slipping.
Report: LaMelo Ball works out for Warriors, Hornets, Pistons — ProBasketballTalk | NBC Sports
After some consideration of whether he would be a top-ten pick last week, it appears LaMelo Ball is set to to be the No. 1 pick.
Report: LaMelo Ball expected to be No. 1 pick by either Timberwolves, team that trades up — Lonzo Wire
LaMelo Ball and the Golden State Warriors are a tantalizing pairing, but it appears to be one that, ultimately, won’t happen this season.
ESPN forecasts Warriors passing on LaMelo Ball with No. 2 pick in 2020 NBA Draft — Lonzo Wire
LaMelo Ball has remained largely exclusive with his time and availability ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft, including talking with only two teams.
LaMelo Ball confirms he spoke with the Golden State Warriors ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft — Lonzo Wire
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Timberwolves debate between LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards is the fit of the two prospects.
John Hollinger says LaMelo Ball, D’Angelo Russell can co-exist in Minnesota — Lonzo Wire
Potential No. 1 pick LaMelo Ball officially declares for the NBA Draft — The Rookie Wire
18-year-old LaMelo Ball has reportedly declared for the 2020 NBA Draft after one season abroad in the National Basketball League, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.
Ball was named the NBL Rookie of the Year after averaging 17 points, 7.5 rebounds, seven assists and 1.7 steals in 12 games with the Illawarra Hawks. His season was cut short due to a foot injury but he is expected to be fully healthy prior to next season.
Ball is considered to be in the discussion for the No. 1 pick given his potential and ability to lead a team on the court. He filled up the stat sheet on a number of occasions in the NBL and became the first player in the 40-minute era to have consecutive triple-doubles.Shams Charania✔@ShamsCharania
Sources: Potential top pick LaMelo Ball has declared for the 2020 NBA Draft. Ball was under “professional” category of early-entry candidates distributed to teams Tuesday night. Virtual pre-draft process can now begin with teams.2
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