“He is the Michael Jordan of Lance Stephenson’s” – NBA Fans Abuzz as LaMelo Ball’s Wild POTUS Dreams From Timberwolves Draft Process Surfaces Online

The Minnesota Timberwolves had the chance to draft LaMelo Ball in 2020. However, they shifted their focus to Anthony Edwards, who has become their franchise star. Ball, on the other hand, was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets with the No. 3 pick that year.

During the pre-draft process, the Wolves had the chance to host a workout and interview with the 6-foot-7 guard. While his on-court talent was outstanding, Minnesota backed off because of what he said in the interview. According to The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski, the Western Conference team was taken aback when Ball said that he wanted to become president of the United States.

“And LaMelo… did not interview very well. One of the questions they asked him was: ‘Hey LaMelo, after you’re done playing, what do you see yourself doing? What kind of things do you aspire to?’ And LaMelo said: ‘I want to be President of the United States’,” Krawczynski wrote.

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Following the report, fans revealed their thoughts on how LaMelo Ball handled his interview with the Wolves. Here are some of what the fans said.

“Lamelo Ball is the Michael Jordan of Lance Stephenson’s,” a fan said.

@TheDunkCentral @JonKrawczynski Lamelo Ball is the Michael Jordan of Lance Stephenson’s.

“Bro just out here dreaming big while they just tryna pick a point guard,” another fan commented.
“He might really be this generation’s Gilbert Arenas level of trolling,” one fan said.

Other fans compared him to Edwards.

“Nah I can see ANT thinking that too though,” someone commented.

@TheDunkCentral @JonKrawczynski Nah I can see ANT thinking that too though

“Like Ant would answer that question any better 😂,” a comment read.
“Im sure Anthony Edwards would’ve said the same thing 🤣” a fan commented.

LaMelo Ball is listed as probable against the Bucks on Friday

LaMelo Ball has missed five straight games due to right ankle soreness/impingement. During that stretch, the Hornets had a 2-3 record. On Friday, Charlotte is set to face the Milwaukee Bucks for their second In-Season Tournament (NBA Cup) game.

According to the team’s post on Thursday, the Hornets have listed Ball as probable for the game. It will be a significant help to have him in the lineup, as they are without Josh Green, Grant Williams, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Terry Rozier.

This season, Ball has appeared in six games, averaging 23.3 points, 7.8 rebounds and 9.8 assists. He is in his sixth year in the NBA, and there is a level of pressure for him to lead the Hornets to a winning record.

LaMelo Ball has not led Charlotte to a playoff appearance. Injuries have affected his availability, limiting his on-court presence over the past few seasons. He only participated in 47 games last season, which is already better than the 22 games he competed in during the 2023–24 campaign.

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Edited by Reign Amurao