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The Hornets aren't winning the NBA Finals, but insider's criticism is harsh

No, the Charlotte Hornets are not winning the Finals this season. There have been just 16 teams that missed the playoffs one year and then even made it to the final round the next, and those teams weren't really as bad as the 2024-25 Hornets.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 16

Recently waived guard could be perfect Brogdon replacement

Recently waived guard could be perfect Malcolm Brogdon replacement for Knicks

Less than 24 hours after Malcolm Brogdon’s announcement, Spencer Dinwiddie was waived by the Hornets and is looking for a new team. He could have a fit on the Knicks.

Malcolm Brogdon's retirement may have saved one player's career

Former All-Star could be Knicks' saving grace after Malcom Brogdon's retirement

Sacramento Kings' family ties have team in a bind

The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 16

Hornets' Spencer Dinwiddie decision is good news for Tre Mann, KJ Simpson

Jeff Peterson and Charles Lee entered the preseason with a trio of questions to answer. Two of them involved the starting lineup, where Kon Knueppel and Collin Sexton, and Ryan Kalkbrenner and Moussa Diabate continue to duke it out for starting roles in the back and front court, respectively.

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The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?

The '60 points in an NBA game' quiz

The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 16

Why Kon Knueppel should start the Hornets' season coming off the bench

The Charlotte Hornets have a good problem on their hands. There are two solid wing players and only one starting spot left for them. With one preseason game left on the docket, the Hornets have a tough decision before next week's opener: which one of Kon Knueppel and Collin Sexton should start?

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Spencer Dinwiddie News / Hoops Wire / October 16

Hornets waive veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie

The Hornets have officially waived veteran point guard Spencer Dinwiddie, the team announced in a press release. The move comes just three months after Dinwiddie signed a one-year, fully guaranteed deal with Charlotte.

Spencer Dinwiddie News / Field Level Media / October 16

Hornets waive G Spencer Dinwiddie

The Charlotte Hornets waived guard Spencer Dinwiddie on Thursday, just three months after signing him to a one-year contract. The Hornets didn't release details, but ESPN reported the Hornets needed to release a guaranteed salary ahead of the season opener next week.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 16

Kon Knueppel is the Hornets player Bill Simmons simply can't stop talking about

Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel might not have a more ardent supporter outside of his own family than The Ringer’s Bill Simmons. In September, Simmons famously guaranteed on-air that Knueppel would make the 2028 U.S.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 16

Lonzo Ball's latest performance was a reminder of LaMelo's important assignment

Most NBA fans can tell you that Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball is the most talented basketball player in his family, which is saying a lot. Melo's oldest brother, Lonzo, is a rare talent in his own right.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / October 16

Recap/Analysis: Hornets beat down the Grizzlies

The Charlotte Hornets absolutely thrashed an injured Memphis Grizzlies team in their penultimate preseason game. It seems like this was the dress rehearsal game, the equivalent of the old third preseason game in football, based on the way the minutes were distributed.

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The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

LaMelo Ball News / Fastbreak on SI / October 15

NBA Star LaMelo Ball Puts Together Timely Showing

LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets put together a timely showing on Thursday night against the Memphis Grizzlies. While the preseason doesn’t for anything

Miles Bridges News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 15

Bridges' 29 points help Hornets blowout Memphis in final home game of preseason

In the penultimate game of preseason, the Charlotte Hornets made sure the home fanbase knew what to expect from their squad this season. From the jump, the Hornets led behind a strong start from Miles Bridges.

Ryan Kalkbrenner News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 15

What Kalkbrenner did right against Dallas, and what can be expected from him going forward

It had been a tough first two preseason games for Ryan Kalkbrenner, chasing around Oklahoma City's mobile big men at the perimeter while being far away from the rim he's so good at protecting.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

Sacramento Kings' family ties have team in a bind

Instead of addressing their obvious roster holes, the Kings are trading for the coach's son-in-law.

Keegan Murray's injury could wreck Kings' already-shaky defense

Russell Westbrook's relentlessness won't let him quit the NBA

The all-time scoring leader for every NBA franchise

The 'NBA games with 40 points on 100 true shooting percentage' quiz

LaMelo Ball News / Total Apex Sports / October 15

The Charlotte Hornets Are Reluctant To Trade LaMelo Ball For 1 Critical Reason

The Charlotte Hornets have historically struggled to find a true superstar, a franchise player who can not only win games but also captivate a national audience.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / October 14

Hornets Rookie Could Carve Out Significant Role

Despite improving their roster through shrewd trades and a solid draft class, the Charlotte Hornets faced scrutiny this offseason. This stemmed from their lack of depth at the center position, a problem that was created when they traded both Mark Williams and Jusuf Nurkic in the summer.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / October 13