LaMelo Ball makes history with his first NBA triple-double

Charlotte – LaMelo Ball doesn’t waste time making an impact in the NBA.

The rookie goalkeeper became the youngest player in league history to record a triple-double with 22 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists on Saturday night, helping the Charlotte Hornets beat the Atlanta Hawks. 113-105 for the third consecutive victory.

“A 19-year-old debutant doesn’t look like that,” said Hornets manager James Borrego. “It’s weird what you see,” he added.

Ball’s historic performance came just two nights after missing his first triple-double, when he finished with 12 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists in a victory over his brother Lonzo’s New Orleans pelicans.

He said he had not started processing the realization.

“I live my life and I know what I’m capable of, so things like that don’t move me like that. I know this should happen, “he said.

Ball replaced Markelle Fultz as the youngest player in the NBA to record a triple-double in 177 days.

“He’s a tall guard who can pass, he can come back and he’s a smart player,” said Trae Young of Atlanta. “Things will become even easier for him in this league as he plays more and more games,” he added.