LaMelo Ball confidently asserts swagger after beating Kevin Durant and Suns

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball was in top form during his team’s 115-104 win over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. The young star displayed his trademark confidence and swagger during a postgame interview after defeating Kevin Durant and the Suns.

During the postgame interview, LaMelo was asked about his “swag” and whether making his shots helped him turn it up even more,

"You feel like your swag coming back every single time one hits?" the interviewer asked.

LaMelo confidently replied, showcasing his self-assurance:

"Oh no, I always got that. Even when I wake up I just feel great for real. I don't know what it is." he said without hesitation.

This win over the Suns marked the end of a difficult stretch for the Hornets, who had struggled to secure a victory in recent weeks. Without a win since Dec. 14, Charlotte snapped a 10-game losing streak with Tuesday’s performance.

The 23-year-old missed five of his team's last 10 games. Playing in back-to-back games for the first time this season, Ball has appeared in just 23 of the Hornets' 35 games so far and will be hoping to stay healthy for the remainder of the 2024-25 season.

LaMelo Ball's 32 help drown Suns despite Devin Booker's 39

LaMelo Ball registered 32 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists to help the Hornets defeat the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Almost earning a triple-double, Ball's heroics allowed Charlotte to secure their first win of 2025 and end their 10-game losing streak.

On the court for over 35 minutes, Ball shot 42.5%, while the Hornets shot 38.8% as a team. The Hornets made 11 3-pointers in 47 attempts (27.7%), slightly better than the Suns' 8-for-33 shooting from beyond the arc (24.2%).

Devin Booker shined with 39 points for the Suns, who led by as much as 10 points. However, Charlotte outscored Phoenix 37-17 in the second quarter and 27-21 in the fourth to secure the upset win.