The blockbuster and largely unexpected trade that shipped Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers has reportedly prompted other league executives to think creatively, with LaMelo Ball identified as the next star who could be on the move.

LaMelo Ball scored 27 points, including a driving layup with 14.2 seconds remaining, as the visiting Charlotte Hornets pulled off a 100-97 victory in a make-up game Wednesday over the Los Angeles Lakers.

LaMelo Ball has been a bright spot for a Charlotte Hornets franchise that has been a gutter ball. So, the idea of trading Ball should make the team rethink their existence.

With all eyes firmly on the future, NBA media has now taken to pondering whether or not the Charlotte Hornets can or should keep LaMelo Ball. The trade deadline is gone, but everyone's now wondering if Ball is going to be one of the big names moved this summer.

According to Michael Scotto of hoopshype.com, Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball is likely to be in trade rumors heading into the offseason. The Dallas Mavericks moved on from Luka Doncic due to the franchise’s concern with his conditioning and injury history.