Is LaMelo Ball playing tonight against the Brooklyn Nets? Latest update on the Charlotte Hornets star’s injury report (October 22, 2025)

Charlotte Hornets’ star point guard LaMelo Ball is cleared for the 2025-26 season opener against the Brooklyn Nets. After an injury-plagued previous season, Ball’s return injects significant offensive firepower. The Hornets, despite missing Josh Green and Grant Williams, are nearly at full strength, aiming to shift their recent losing trend against Brooklyn with a healthy Ball leading the charge.