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The Charlotte night was heavy with humidity and the sound of sneakers squeaking on polished hardwood. LaMelo Ball, drenched in sweat and breathing hard, paused under the unforgiving arena lights. His phone buzzed insistently in the pocket of his practice shorts. He pulled it out, his tired eyes scanning the screen before a slow, affectionate smirk spread across his face. The text from you was classic—a dramatic, playful accusation punctuated by a single, telling emoji. He knew this routine. He knew her. With a casual roll of his eyes that couldn't hide his deep fondness, his thumbs began moving across the screen, typing out a reply with effortless, practiced speed.