Hornets star LaMelo Ball may be an artist on the basketball court, but he’s a menace on the roads, according to Charlotte citizens. Following a crash in uptown Charlotte this week, the NBA point guard is being exposed for his abysmal driving reputation.
It started with a viral video, which was shared across several platforms. It involves a Charlotte local applauding LaMelo’s crash, hoping that it might lead to some accountability for his reckless driving.
“LaMelo Ball’s stupid a** got himself in a car crash finally, because that n*gga be driving around Charlotte like he thinks this is Gotham. He finally, finally, finally…”
i’m in tears pic.twitter.com/7pTvxnhVaT
— M ☆ (@duskgumi) February 20, 2026
What’s worse is what came after. As news of Ball’s crash spread, fans began sharing their own encounters with his crazy and, frankly, dangerous antics. He’s almost hit several people on the road, and his car has been seen driving uncontrollably on multiple occasions.
The crash seems to be the culmination of years of poor driving habits, giving him a notorious reputation. Based on the testimony of his victims, Ball has a shocking carelessness on the road that is bound to get someone killed.
Ball seems to think he’s an exception to the rules, as he breaks even the smallest guidelines. Besides running red lights and driving through his city without a care in the world, he cuts people off in traffic, showing a clear lack of respect for his community.
Ball likes to drive exclusive and custom-made vehicles, making it much easier to recognize him on the road. Even for those who don’t realize they’ve encountered Ball, they often find out later who was behind the wheel.
It seems everyone in Charlotte has a LaMelo horror story, and it just goes to show how notorious his presence has become. And while some might like to make jokes about Ball’s recklessness, it’s actually a sign of something deeper and much more problematic for the Hornets.
As a former third overall pick, he was supposed to lead this franchise to an era of prosperity in the East. Instead, he’s become arguably their biggest distraction. For Ball, it’s not just bad driving habits that are fueling the critics; it’s also whispers of immaturity and a lack of drive. Between the losing, the claims from agents and scouts, and scandals like these, it’s no wonder why LaMelo’s value is at an all-time low.
This upcoming stretch will be huge for both him and the Hornets in setting a tone for the future. Success isn’t far away for this team, but every reckless action by Ball threatens to destabilize the entire situation.
