Jordan told The Associated Press in an email.<\/a> \u201cHe has exceeded our expectations so far this season.\u201d<\/p>\n\u201cOur goal is to build a consistent winner and have free agents look at our program, just like Gordon (Hayward) did this offseason,\u201d Jordan said. \u201cIt\u2019s not just about Melo. It\u2019s about our group of young, talented players, our coaching staff and our entire Hornets organization. All of those factors, along with Charlotte being a great city, will make us become a destination.\u201c<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ball is first among rookies in points (15.8) , rebounds (6), assist (6.3) and steals (1.6) per game.<\/p>\n
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