NBA sources: LaMelo Ball cleared to display previously banned tattoo
LaMelo Ball Allowed to Maintain Tattoo Uncovered by NBA
As Charlotte Hornets All-Star guard LaMelo Ball makes his return after a six-week absence, NBA officers have determined to permit him to show a tattoo beneath his left ear that was beforehand thought-about a violation of league guidelines in opposition to industrial logos. Ball can now prominently exhibit the “LF” initials, which stand for LaFrance, his center identify, and a clothes line that he’s affiliated with.
The NBA had initially required Ball to cowl up the tattoo to keep away from fines, however after weeks of discussions along with his representatives and the gamers’ affiliation, they’ve now permitted him to showcase it with none penalties. Ball had been concealing the tattoo with a bandage in earlier video games, however his return to the court docket on Friday evening in opposition to the San Antonio Spurs noticed him enjoying with none protecting.
Regardless of the preliminary rule in opposition to displaying industrial logos, the NBA reconsidered their place on Ball’s tattoo, acknowledging its private significance because it represents each his center identify and that of an in depth member of the family. Ball’s representatives argued that previous gamers have additionally sported what might be thought-about company logos with out dealing with repercussions, however the NBA clarified that these gamers didn’t have endorsement offers with the businesses represented by their tattoos.
The Hornets have struggled in Ball’s absence, shedding 17 of 20 video games this season with out him on the roster. Ball, who underwent surgical procedure on his proper ankle final season, has been a key participant for the staff, averaging career-high statistics in factors, rebounds, assists, and steals within the video games he has performed this season.
Regardless of the controversies surrounding his tattoo, LaMelo Ball’s return to the court docket brings a renewed sense of pleasure and vitality to the Charlotte Hornets as they appear to show their season round and make a push for the playoffs.
