Ball (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons. After initially being left off the injury report, Ball is now questionable for Sunday, the first night of a back-to-back set.

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been ruled out for Sunday afternoon's game against the host Detroit Pistons due to left ankle soreness. Ball boasts team-leading averages in points (28.0), assists (7.

Charlotte’s point guard posted a double-double to lead Hornets to a 117-116 victory over San Antonio on Friday night.

Double-doubles in return

Ahead of Sunday’s action between the Charlotte Hornets and the Detroit Pistons, the Hornets had a crowded injury report. At first, they didn’t seem to be under

Following the Hornets' win, the NBA released the Last Two Minute Report, admitting an officiating mistake that could have been costly for Charlotte. With 1:28 left in the fourth quarter and the Hornets winning 114-112,

Ball was a late addition to the injury report and ultimately won't suit up for the first half of Charlotte's back-to-back set. Nick Smith (back) is also out, so KJ Simpson, Seth Curry, Elfrid Payton and Isaiah Wong should all handle increased roles in the backcourt.