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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – OCTOBER 25: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 25, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Hornets 125-121. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

The Miami Heat lost Bam Adebayo less than 12 minutes into their NBA Play-In matchup against the Charlotte Hornets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

After taking a hard fall on his back, with a contribution from LaMelo Ball committing what the NBA described as unnecessary and reckless contact, Adebayo was ruled out for the entire second half. The Heat put up a good fight as the game went into overtime.<\/p>\n

But in the end, Charlotte won. The Heat are now eliminated from NBA Playoff contention.<\/p>\n

Following the game, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra sounded off on the situation. He felt that the play should\u2019ve been reviewed, which would\u2019ve led to a flagrant 2 foul call for Ball. However, the rules prevented a review. Ball stayed in the game, but would later get assessed a flagrant 2, along with a fine.<\/p>\n

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GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS \u2013 MARCH 21: Bam Adebayo #13 of the Miami Heat looks on during the game between the Miami Heat and the Houston Rockets<\/a> at Toyota Center on March 21, 2026 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

During his exit press conference, Bam Adebayo stated that he didn\u2019t have a conversation with Ball, who claimed he wanted to reach out and apologize.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt didn\u2019t happen,\u201d Adebayo told reporters. \u201cBy that time, I was in the shower trying to figure out what I was going to do next. You know, just obviously, everything happened all at once. And you know, I wanted to be out there. So, you know, at some point I\u2019ll see him again. We\u2019ll have that conversation and move on.\u201d<\/p>\n

LaMelo Ball Clears The Air
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GettyCHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA \u2013 FEBRUARY 09: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts during the first half of a basketball game against the Detroit Pistons<\/a> at Spectrum Center on February 09, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Jensen\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Before Friday\u2019s Hornets-Magic battle, LaMelo Ball addressed the situation once again.<\/p>\n

While he didn\u2019t apologize to Adebayo personally, Ball confirms that it wasn\u2019t due to a lack of trying.<\/p>\n

\u201cI tried to apologize and everything and just look for Bam,\u201d Ball told reporters on Friday morning<\/a>. \u201cMainly make sure he\u2019s okay. We don\u2019t want nobody hurt in this league ever. So, as long as he\u2019s good it\u2019s helping my mind a little, you know what I\u2019m saying?\u201d<\/p>\n

Ball claims that he attempted to link with Adebayo after the game.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhenever I see him, I\u2019ll try to talk to him,\u201d Ball added.<\/p>\n

\u201cAfter the game, I tried to talk to him. I was waiting by his locker and everything\u2014his locker room\u2014and just talked to his security guard waiting for him. He said he was in the shower and everything. It\u2019s a tough game. You lose, you don\u2019t like talking to people. So, I just gave him his space. He said he\u2019ll get with me.\u201d<\/p>\n

While the situation was unfortunate, it seems both sides are putting it behind them. Adebayo confirmed he wasn\u2019t dealing with anything too concerning. Meanwhile, Ball landed his punishment from the league. Now, he\u2019s focused on trying to lead the Hornets to the playoffs.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tJustin Grasso<\/a> Justin Grasso is an NBA reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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