Ball (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons. After initially being left off the injury report, Ball is now questionable for Sunday, the first night of a back-to-back set.

Both Lamelo Ball and Nick Smith have been downgraded to out for today’s game at DET.Source: Twitter @HornetsPR What’s the buzz on Twitter? Rod Boone

Ahead of Sunday’s action between the Charlotte Hornets and the Detroit Pistons, the Hornets had a crowded injury report. At first, they didn’t seem to be under

Ball was a late addition to the injury report and ultimately won't suit up for the first half of Charlotte's back-to-back set. Nick Smith (back) is also out, so KJ Simpson, Seth Curry, Elfrid Payton and Isaiah Wong should all handle increased roles in the backcourt.

Following the Hornets' win, the NBA released the Last Two Minute Report, admitting an officiating mistake that could have been costly for Charlotte. With 1:28 left in the fourth quarter and the Hornets winning 114-112,

The Charlotte Hornets will take on the San Antonio Spurs on Friday in an interconference match. The 23-year-old LaMelo Ball is doubtful for the match as he is suffering from a left ankle sprain and is listed as 'questionable' on the team's injury list.