The King just gave his stamp of approval to Charlotte Hornets star rookie LaMelo Ball ... staying the 19-year-old is looking pretty "damn' impressive for a young rookie.
Bron's Lakers took on Melo's Charlotte Hornets at Staples Center on Thursday -- logging a solid 26 points, 7 assists and 5 rebounds in a losing effort against the defending champs.
The Lakers ultimately won the game 116 to 105 -- thanks to 37 point effort from James -- and during the post game presser, Bron admits Melo looked pretty good out there!