The Charlotte Hornets should just take the best overall player, and LaMelo Ball is exactly that. Despite having both Devonte’ Graham and Terry Rozier, Ball is a high-floor, high-upside player that will almost certainly stick in the NBA simply because of his elite passing ability.
While the shot and defense may take a while to come around, Ball has a 6-foot-8 frame as a point guard and will be an impact player for any team that selects him from his rookie year. Landing in a good situation would be ideal for Ball as he does need to hone in on his shot selection and attention to detail (especially defensively) and Charlotte has a nice foundation of complimentary basketball players alongside a good coach.
Ball could very well be the first player taken in this year’s draft class so the Charlotte Hornets landing him with the third overall pick would be a win for both sides.
Another option for Charlotte with this pick would be Onyeka Okongwu, who would fill a huge need at center. The Hornets were one of the worst teams at defending the paint this past season and he would absolutely help.