Lonzo Ball Sends Instagram Story Message To LaMelo Ball

Lonzo Ball sent an Instagram story message to his brother LaMelo Ball.

Nov 29, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) and Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (2) hug after the game at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

Lonzo Ball and LaMelo Ball are two of the most notable young stars in the NBA.

While both have had their own struggles with injuries, they have been very good players when they have been able to be on the court.

Recently, LaMelo posted an Instagram story where he tagged Lonzo.

Via Overtime: "LaMelo’s build got shades of Lonzo 🤣"

LaMelo’s build got shades of Lonzo 🤣

(via @MELOD1P) pic.twitter.com/gdSETeQ1Vb

— Overtime (@overtime) September 4, 2024

Lonzo responded to LaMelo's story with a message.

He wrote: "Jus make sure to pass that mf when I get on lol"

Lonzo Ball's IG Story / September 3

LaMelo and Lonzo have faced off three times over their careers.

Lonzo has a 2-1 record in those matchups.

Via ESPN Stats & Info on January 8, 2021: "Tonight is the 1st game between LaMelo and Lonzo Ball. According to @EliasSports they are the only brothers drafted in the top 5 in NBA history.

LaMelo and Lonzo played 1 year together at Chino Hills High School. That team went 35-0 and won a state title."

Tonight is the 1st game between LaMelo and Lonzo Ball. According to @EliasSports they are the only brothers drafted in the top 5 in NBA history.

LaMelo and Lonzo played 1 year together at Chino Hills High School. That team went 35-0 and won a state title. pic.twitter.com/v2ObEtzSe2

— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) January 8, 2021

LaMelo was the third pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.

He has spent all four seasons of his career with the Charlotte Hornets.

This past year, LaMelo averaged 23.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 8.0 assists and 1.8 steals per contest while shooting 43.3% from the field and 35.5% from the three-point range in 22 games.

Nov 29, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) defends Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

As for Lonzo, he was the second pick in the 2017 NBA Draft after one season at UCLA.

He has been unable to play in a game since the 2021-22 season.

Over seven years, Lonzo has spent time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans.

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