Joey Mistretta

Joined: Aug 4, 2025

Joey Mistretta is a Senior Contributor for A Royal Pain, Clipperholics, Swarm and Sting and Nugg Love. He primarily covers the NBA. Mistretta graduated from Biola University in 2020 with a degree in broadcast journalism. He has also worked for outlets such as ClutchPoints, RotoWire, and Last Word On Sports. Mistretta grew up playing and following basketball and baseball. He enjoys working out and playing basketball in his free time.

Mar 12, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) warms up on the court before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images

Oct 8, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and forward Brandon Miller (24) at mid court against the Miami Heat during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Mar 14, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) shoots over San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Jul 14, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) competes against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half of a NBA basketball game at the Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Mar 20, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) signals for his three point shot against the New York Knicks during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Joey Mistretta

Joined: Aug 4, 2025

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