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Hornets' LaMelo Ball earns spot alongside Wilt Chamberlain after 44-point outburst

The Charlotte Hornets are on a quest to improve upon their subpar 2023 season, and while their 2024 start has not gone perfectly, it has been promising. The Hornets took a 95-94 loss to the Orlando Magic on Monday night. Yet, LaMelo Ball had another standout performance, joining a rare Wilt Chamberlain club.

Ball scored a whopping 44 points, along with nine rebounds and seven assists. He added to a string of impressive performances that proceeded Monday night's outing. Ball amassed 50 points, 10 assists, and five rebounds in the Hornets' 125-19 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Nov.