According to McRae, young Angell was eagerly waiting to get an autograph from LaMelo Ball, who has been a fan favorite since joining the league. “He was like, ‘LaMelo, I love you. I love you, sign my … give me your autograph. Can you sign it for me?’” McRae recounted in an interview with WSOC-TV. What was supposed to be a memorable moment quickly turned into a nightmare when Angell was allegedly struck by Ball’s vehicle.
McRae described the chaotic scene, stating she initially thought Angell had simply dropped something. It wasn’t until she saw her son in pain that she realized the severity of the situation. The incident reportedly left Angell with a broken foot, an injury that took months to heal. McRae and her legal team, led by Cameron DeBrun, argue that the emotional and physical toll on Angell has been immense. “This is his hero, his idol, and he got run over by him,” DeBrun emphasized.
In the wake of the incident, McRae decided to take legal action, suing both LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. Despite Ball’s impressive season stats, averaging 23.9 points per game in just 22 games, the young star has yet to publicly comment on the allegations. The Hornets have also 
The lawsuit adds to what has already been a challenging season for Ball, who has struggled with injuries. As the legal proceedings unfold, the NBA community will be watching closely to see how this situation impacts one of the league’s most promising talents.
