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US basketball prodigy beginning a new chapter in Australia hopes to inspire a generation

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LaMelo Ball just turned 18 but he's already a household name in basketball. The brother of NBA star Lonzo Ball, Lamelo will play for the Illawarra Hawks in the NBL this season. His presence is helping the foundation club reach new heights.
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