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On YouTubeKon Knueppel News / Athlon Sports / July 11
Kon Knueppel Got Embarrassed By Fellow Duke Alum In Summer League Debut
Kon Knueppel finally made his NBA Summer League debut with the Charlotte Hornets on Friday, but it was not exactly a memorable one for the former Duke Blue Devils star.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
Tidjane Salaün offers a glimmer of hope in his 2025 NBA Summer League debut
Things couldn't have gone much worse for Tidjane Salaün in his rookie campaign with the Charlotte Hornets. The youngest player in the NBA looked like the baby-faced teenager that Charlotte expected him to be when they selected him with the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
Charlotte Hornets take down the Utah Jazz in game one of Summer League
The Charlotte Hornets opened their Summer League on Friday night against the Utah Jazz. For many Hornets fans, it was a game marked on their calendar since the schedule dropped.
Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / July 11
Hornets Rookie Kon Knueppel Signs Deal with Jordan Brand
Kon Knueppel is just a few weeks into his NBA journey. His Charlotte Hornets are set to open their Summer League season on Friday night against the Utah Jazz.
Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
Kon Knueppel set to make his Summer League debut tonight
With the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets selected Kon Knueppel, a 6'5 wing out of Duke University. Knueppel averaged 14.4 points in his first and only season with the Blue Devils, shooting 47.9% from the field and 40.6% from deep.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11
Charlotte Hornets’ biggest mistake in 2025 NBA free agency
Heading into the 2025 NBA offseason, the Charlotte Hornets had a clear objective – surround their young core with enough talent and stability to finally crawl out of the Eastern Conference’s basement.
Tidjane Salaun News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
Tidjane Salaun must look better in Summer League, analyst claims
The Charlotte Hornets took a big swing in the 2024 draft by taking Tidjane Salaun, someone who is still not yet 20 years old. Pressed into much more NBA action than expected thanks to injuries, Salaun was downright awful at the NBA level in 2024-25.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
Hornets forward Tidjane Salaün taking on a leadership role in Summer League
The Charlotte Hornets are suddenly one of the most exciting young teams in the NBA. After drafting Kon Knueppel, trading for Collin Sexton, and getting Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball back from injury, they are a team that's going to be fun to watch.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
Are the Hornets losing Eric Collins, Dell Curry to Amazon Prime?
The Charlotte Hornets may not have had much over the years, but they have had a dynamite broadcasting crew. During many lost seasons, the combination of Eric Collins and Dell Curry has kept fans interested.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11
NBA insider says Hornets have 'strange conglomerate' of players after offseason frenzy
The Charlotte Hornets have been busy this offseason, but they've constructed a bit of an interesting spread of players. They have quite a few guards, even fewer wings, and even fewer big men.
Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / July 11
2025-26 Fantasy Basketball Dynasty Rankings: Round 2
To help fantasy basketball managers prepare for dynasty drafts in 2025-26, here are rankings for the second round. After spending most of his rookie season
Ryan Kalkbrenner News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 10
Hornets tell Ryan Kalkbrenner to 'let it fly' from deep and he’s ready to deliver
In order for Charles Lee's offensive identity to truly shine through in Charlotte, the Hornets need more shooting out of their center position. While it would be nice to have a big who can shoot 35% or better from range, the Hornets don't necessarily have to have that.
Sion James News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 10
Sion James' path to minutes with the Charlotte Hornets starts with locking down the perimeter in Vegas
Sion James is well on his way to becoming a fan favorite in the Queen City. The third of four 2025 NBA draft picks for the Charlotte Hornets, James quickly ingratiated himself into the culture of the city by volunteering for Samaratian's Feet before he was even drafted by the Hornets.
Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / July 9
Stuck in the Middle with Melo: Are the Hornets in One of the Worst Roster Situations?
On a recent episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Bill and Ryen Russillo played their favorite offseason game: projecting the NBA’s worst long-term roster situations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11
Three rookies who have something to prove in Summer League
NBA Summer League is an exciting time for NBA players and fans alike. As the first official showcase for the newest crop of young talent entering the league, it's a must-watch event for any hoop head.
Collin Sexton News / Fastbreak on SI / July 9
Collin Sexton Reacts To Jazz-Hornets Trade
Collin Sexton has been with the Utah Jazz for each of the previous three seasons. The former Alabama star finished this past year with averages of 18.4 points, 2.7 rebounds and 4.2 assists per contest while shooting 48.0% from the field and 40.6% from the three-point range in 63 games.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9
The move Charlotte Hornets still must make in 2025 NBA free agency
Despite making several promising moves this offseason, the Charlotte Hornets aren’t quite done. Their young roster is shaping up well, but for a team looking
Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / July 8
Hornets’ New Blood Sparks Hope After Tough 2024-25 Season
Reeling from a 19-63 finish and a season marred by injuries to LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, the Charlotte Hornets entered the 2025 offseason with something to prove.
LaMelo Ball News / Sneakers on SI / July 8
LaMelo Ball's New PUMA Shoes Channel Dystopian Outdoor Vibes
Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball has one of the most exciting signature basketball shoe lines in the NBA. However, unlike most of his peers, Ball also has a successful lifestyle sneaker line that is equally riveting.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 7
Bucks officially waive Damian Lillard, other point guard
The Bucks have officially waived point guards Damian Lillard and Vasilije Micic, according to the transaction log at NBA.com. Both moves had been anticipated as Milwaukee looked to clear the cap space necessary to sign free agent center Myles Turner to a four-year, $107MM contract.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / July 3
Hornets announce news on Kon Knueppel, other draft picks
The Hornets will have a roster crunch to deal with at some point before the season begins.
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