LaMelo Ball repeats paint-touch stepback three on October 25

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 5h1 min read

1/15/26 ➡️ 10/25/26 There are stepback threes… And then there are paint-touch-to-stepback threes 🤯 LaMelo Ball’s crea Via @NBA on X

What happened: LaMelo Ball converted a stepback three-pointer after touching the paint on October 25, replicating a move he executed on January 15, 2026.

Why it matters: Creating perimeter separation immediately after a paint touch remains a signature part of Ball's offensive skill set in the 2026-27 regular season.

What to watch: Ball continues his 2026-27 regular-season campaign following the October 25 performance.

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@NBA 2026-10-26T19:39:23.321918+00:00

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