Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball may have added a bold new piece to his ever-growing tattoo collection—but fans are still waiting on confirmation.
Over the weekend, celebrity tattoo artist @iamelvistattoo sparked buzz on social media after posting a photo that appears to show LaMelo’s foot, freshly inked with a vibrant red flame design stretching across the upper part and toes. The caption read, “Gave @Melo the Hot Chee Toes,” and he tagged LaMelo’s official Instagram handle, suggesting the work was done on the 2022 NBA All-Star himself.
The tattoo, if real, marks another standout addition to LaMelo’s growing list of ink. Known for his flashy style both on and off the court, Ball has used body art to express personal meaning and style—though this flame design has left fans speculating about what it might symbolize.
As of now, LaMelo hasn’t confirmed or addressed the tattoo publicly, leading fans to dissect photos and videos in hopes of spotting the ink during off-season workouts. Whether it’s real or just a cleverly angled post, one thing’s clear: Melo continues to keep people talking—even when he’s not playing.
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