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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 2
Hornets look to kick off the new year with a win against the Bucks
The Hornets (11-22) kick off their new year with a trip to Milwaukee to take on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks (14-20). Tonight’s matchup will be the fourth and final meeting between the two teams in the regular season, with the Bucks currently leading the series 2-1.
Tidjane Salaun News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 2
NBA insider makes bold prediction about supposed Hornets draft bust
The Charlotte Hornets have really hit on their draft picks more often than not. Since 2020, they've really only had one bad draft (2021). 2024 was viewed as a rough one because the Hornets took a bold swing that didn't work out.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 2
The Charlotte Hornets have a legitimate center competition
The Charlotte Hornets came into the 2025-26 NBA season without a clear starting center. Moussa Diabate was undersized and brought little to the table offensively.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 2
Steve Kerr compares Hornets' Kon Knueppel to Hall of Fame Warriors shooting guard
Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets fell to 11-22 on the season with a loss at home to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Charlotte's Big 3 produced against Steph Curry and Co.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 1
Steph Curry Crashes the Party: How the Homecoming King Ruined Kon Knueppel’s Big Night
There is a specific kind of pain reserved for Charlotte Hornets fans. It’s the pain of filling your own arena to capacity—literally setting an attendance record with 19,685 people—only to realize half the building is cheering for the guy actively destroying your team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Warriors hold Father Time at bay in New Year's Eve win over young Hornets
The veteran Golden State Warriors proved they're not ready to give way yet against the youthful Charlotte Hornets Wednesday.
Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / December 31
Recap/Analysis: Hornets fall short against Warriors 
The Charlotte Hornets got big games from Brandon Miller, LaMelo Ball, and Kon Knueppel, but it wasn’t enough to beat Stephen Curry and the Warriors. Kon Knueppel fired a corner three the first time he touched the ball, and naturally it hit nothing but net.
Mason Plumlee News / Hoops Wire / December 31
NBA Notes: Sixers, VJ Edgecombe, Hornets, Mason Plumlee, Hawks
While much of the rookie buzz has gone elsewhere, the Sixers feel pretty good about what they have in VJ Edgecombe. Philadelphia’s No. 3 overall pick showed it again Tuesday night, burying a game-winning three with two seconds left in overtime to cap a standout performance against Memphis.
LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 31
Why trading LaMelo Ball could cost the Hornets more than just talent
The Charlotte Hornets don't seem to want to give up LaMelo Ball. As of now, no one's twisting their arm or calling them endlessly to try and see if they can't poach the guard.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / December 31
Hornets’ Plumlee Undergoes Groin Surgery, Out At Least Six Weeks
Mason Plumlee will be reevaluated in six weeks, according to the Hornets, who announced today in a press release that the veteran center has undergone surgery to address a right groin injury.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 31
Steph Curry returns to Charlotte for New Year's Eve battle with Hornets
Winners of four of their last five, the Golden State Warriors are one of the most in-form teams around the NBA. Bad news for the Charlotte Hornets, who come off a loss on Sunday night and play host to them today at 1 pm.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 30
Should the Hornets begin to look to Tidjane Salaün as a starter?
If you asked this question just eight short months ago, the answer would be a resounding no. In his first NBA season, Tidjane Salaün was already labeled a bust and a miss for President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson.
Brandon Miller News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 30
Brandon Miller's monster dunk, Tidjane Salaün's moment, and more from the Hornets' loss to Bucks
In a game that was much tighter than the 123-113 final score read, the Charlotte Hornets fell to the Milwaukee Bucks at the Spectrum Center, snapping their two-game winning streak.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 30
Charles Lee gives the latest update on Hornets star rookie Kon Knueppel
Unlike recent years, the Charlotte Hornets haven't been ravaged with injuries all at once. The injury bug is still very much around; however, this season, it feels like guys are taking turns missing a few games with ankle injuries or what have you.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 30
Bucks' win allows Doc Rivers to climb NBA's all-time list
Even though it's been a while since he's led a team on a deep run through the playoffs, Doc Rivers has still won a lot of games.
Miles Bridges News / Athlon Sports / December 29
Hornets Announce Miles Bridges News After Leaving Bucks Game
The Charlotte Hornets are still far from being a real contender in the NBA, yet the team has looked better of late, riding a two-game winning streak. The offense has been solid, and one of their key contributors is power forward Miles Bridges, now in his seventh season with the organization.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27
Hornets’ Charles Lee celebrates Tidjane Salaun for rounding out his game
Friday night brought bad news for the Charlotte Hornets in the form of an ankle injury to Kon Knueppel, who’s been the most consistently good rookie in the league this season.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / December 25
Hornets Notes: Ryan Kalkbrenner, Grant Williams, Kon Knueppel
The Hornets were again without rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner, who missed a second straight game due to a sprained left elbow. His availability for Friday’s contest at Orlando remains uncertain.
Drew Peterson News / Hoops Wire / December 24
Hornets officially waive Drew Peterson
The Hornets made a small but notable roster move. Charlotte waived forward Drew Peterson, the team announced, opening up one of its two-way slots while keeping the standard 15-man roster intact.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
LaMelo Ball gets heated with Kyshawn George after a flagrant foul
LaMelo Ball was almost ready to throw hands during Tuesday’s game. Ball and the Charlotte Hornets matched up on Tuesday against Kyshawn George and the Washington Wizards.
LaMelo Ball News / Yardbarker / December 16
Three potential trade destinations for LaMelo Ball
Three teams that makes sense in a LaMelo Ball trade.
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