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Charlotte Hornets

First look photos of LiAngelo Ball in his official Charlotte Hornets uniform

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Aug 8, 2021; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Kai Jones (23), Charlotte Hornets forward LiAngelo Ball (8), and Charlotte Hornets guard Scottie Lewis (16) are pictured on the bench during an NBA Summer League game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Cox Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

It was a glorious day for the Ball family and its fans as LiAngelo Ball was announced as an official member of the Charlotte Hornets.

Hornets general manager, Mitch Kupchak delivered the news and it sent social media into a firestorm.

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LiAngelo’s signing gives the Hornets 20 players on its roster heading into training camp. The middle Ball brother will have a legitimate shot at making the team, but will likely take another detour to the G-League with the Greensboro Swarm.

Related: LaMelo Ball goes behind the scenes at Hornets media day

In the midst of all the pomp and circumstance, LiAngelo was able to partake in his media day responsibilities.

Here’s a first look at LiAngelo’s new Hornets threads and new number below.

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Photo by Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

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Photo by Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

liangelo ball serious face media day

Photo by Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

liangelo ball smiling media day

Photo by Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

liangelo ball serious face media day

Photo by Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

liangelo ball serious face media day

Photo by Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

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About the Author Published Sep 27, 2022

BRANDON WILLIAMS

Brandon Williams is an author, educator, basketball coach, and has been in sports media for over 10 years. He is the CEO and founder of Ball Exclusives. In 2018, Brandon assisted LaVar Ball and Big Baller Brand in the launch of its professional basketball league, the Junior Basketball Association (JBA League). Brandon was a key figure serving as the league's Director of Media Relations and in-game broadcaster for its live games. His debut book, The JBA League: A League of Our Own detailed a first-hand look of the highs and lows with starting a professional basketball league in a short period of time. In his free time, Brandon loves spending time with his wife and three children as well as playing basketball and golf.

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