Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball has been voted the league's Rookie of the Year, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The rising star beat out Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards and Kings guard Tyrese Haliburton for the honor.
Ball, who was selected as the No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft by Charlotte, averaged 15.7 points, 6.1 assists and 5.9 rebounds per game in 51 contests. He overcame a wrist injury late in the season, and helped Charlotte secure a play-in tournament spot.
Compared to others in his draft class, Ball's journey to the NBA was relatively unconventional.