Short answer: LaMelo Ball’s contract has seen several large extensions over the last few years, with the most recent notable deal being a multi-year max extension that keeps him with the Charlotte Hornets through the late 2020s. For the latest precise figure and dates, I can look up current reports if you’d like.
Timeline you’re likely recalling:
- 2023: Signed a five-year max extension with the Hornets worth up to about $260 million, per reports at the time. This set Ball to be paid as the franchise’s designated max player through the 2028-29 season. [Source: NBA.com, Sporting News, and HoopsRumors coverage from 2023] [cite ][cite ][cite ]
- 2025: Reports surfaced of a new extension in the vicinity of $204 million spanning to 2029, reflecting a possible renegotiation or new terms under the Hornets’ plans. [Source: Fox Sports Radio Charlotte summary; Bleacher Report context] [cite ][cite ]
If you want, I can fetch the very latest articles and give you a concise, up-to-date summary with exact contract figures and the season it covers, plus any incentives or trade-kicker details currently reported.