LaMelo Ball, Hornets edge Pacers for 5th straight win

LaMelo Ball used a big first half on his way to 32 points as the Charlotte Hornets won their fifth game in a row, beating the visiting Indiana Pacers 121-118 on Friday night.

Ball shot 12-for-22 from the field and also had 11 rebounds and eight assists.

Gordon Hayward had one of his most productive games with 25 points as the Hornets put six players in double-figure scoring.

Kelly Oubre Jr. posted 16 points, Miles Brid