Ball scores 32 points, Hornets hold off Pacers 121-118
LaMelo Ball had a season-high 32 points and the Charlotte Hornets held off a furious second-half rally from Indiana’s backups to beat the Pacers 121-118 on Friday night for their fifth straight victory.
Gordon Hayward added 25 points, and Kelly Oubre Jr. had 16 to finish off a 4-0 homestand that included wins over Golden State and Washington.
“I feel like we are really locking in on defense right now,” said Ball, who also had 11 rebounds and eight assists.