Bill Simmons was one of the many NBA analysts who praised the Charlotte Hornets for trading LaMelo Ball over the offseason . Simmons loved what they had built last season , but he thought, as many did, that this was a wise bet against Ball's health and a wise acquisition of more assets.

Simmons also knew they'd likely take a step back without an elite offensive engine . But so far, the returns have been abysmal. Not only is the offense in horrific shape without Ball, but the primary piece of the haul, Naz Reid, seems unhappy, according to Simmons.

And to top it all off, Ball is playing well for a really good Minnesota Timberwolves team that's thriving without Anthony Edwards.

🎙️ @BillSimmons : "LaMelo has been pretty good the last couple of games without Ant, and Charlotte's in shambles. The Charlotte fans are going nuts about that trade now...…