Chad Johnson argues that letting go of LaMelo Ball is a significant loss because he is an unpredictable and entertaining player who puts fans in seats.

“he's one of the few players that Charlotte's had that can put butts in the seat >> far as having a season going Uncle they coming to see LaMelo because he's unpredictable. He's exciting. He's entertaining. He's polarizing.”

Joe Johnson believes LaMelo Ball's high basketball IQ and passing ability will make the game easier for Anthony Edwards.

“I see LaMelo aren oo. He gonna make the game a lot easier for Ant-Man. You know what I mean? Because LaMelo is a pass first point guard who can score with it, too.”

Paying a fine is an acceptable trade-off to remove an opponent's best player from a playoff game.

“I myself would pay that 35 as well. I'm the Celtics. Who we got coming up? We got Tyrese Maxi. Would I pay 35 to get to get Tyrese Massip out of here? I'm so sorry. Who do I make this out to? The uh NBA or Adam Silver? Because I'm paying that 35.”

Paying a fine is a justifiable price for removing an opposing star player during a high-stakes game.

“Chump chains. Basically, would you pay $35,000 to get the other team's best player off the court in the playoffs? >> I think yes. I think yes. In a win or go home scenario, >> in a March Madness style, >> you don't want to really hurt him, but like at least he was out for the rest of the game.”