LaMelo Ball agrees to five-year, $260 million extension with Hornets ...
The All-Star guard and former Rookie of the Year gets a max rookie extension from Charlotte
www.cbssports.comLaMelo Ball’s contract extension with the Hornets was finalized in mid-2023, a five-year deal reportedly worth up to $260 million. Since then, there have been no widely reported changes implying a new contract beyond that extension as of early 2026.
Key takeaways:
- 2023 extension: five years, maximum value around $260 million, with incentives possible to reach the top figure.
- The deal kept Ball in Charlotte through the 2028-29 season, assuming all incentive conditions are met.
- There hasn’t been verifiable reporting of a new extension or major renegotiation since 2023; any later updates would come from formal team announcements or major outlets.
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