It looks like a split could be coming between LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. After five-plus years with the franchise, Ball is open to a trade, and the feeling is mutual as the Hornets are open to moving him. However, finding a suitable trade for the star guard could be easier said than done for the Hornets.

LaMelo Ball said Friday he wants to stay with the Charlotte Hornets despite the team’s struggles and increasing speculation about his future from outside the organization.

Ball added a clown emoji to a repost of an article from Yahoo Sports' Kelly Iko, who wrote Thursday that Ball has "grown increasingly frustrated with the organization and is open to a trade away from ...