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On YouTubeCharlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 8
Bill Simmons compares Kon Knueppel to Celtics Hall of Famer not named Larry Bird
Comparison might be the thief of joy, but fans and analysts can't stop comparing Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel to other NBA greats these days. Knueppel has been likened to Klay Thompson and even Devin Booker recently.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 8
2025 NBA re-draft proves Charlotte Hornets knocked it out of the park
With picks four, 29, 33, and 34 (thanks to a draft-day trade with the Phoenix Suns), the Charlotte Hornets were able to select Kon Knueppel, Liam McNeeley, Sion James, and Ryan Kalkbrenner, all of whom look like key pieces of the future.
Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / December 8
Recap/Analysis: Hornets fall short in competitive game against Nuggets 
The depleted Charlotte Hornets battled, but they couldn’t quite keep pace with the Denver Nuggets. The Hornets went toe to toe with the Nuggets from the outset.
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 7
Score predictions for the Charlotte Hornets' matchup with the Denver Nuggets
The Charlotte Hornets finally got back in the win column for the first time in a long time, the other night, taking down the Toronto Raptors on the road.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Nikola Jokic News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 7
Hornets look to keep momentum while hosting Jokic-led Nuggets
The Hornets (7-16) return home on Sunday, this time hosting Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets (16-6) for an intraconference clash. The Nuggets dominated the recent matchups between these teams with seven straight wins.
Tidjane Salaun News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 7
Tidjane Salaun's career night a reflection of Hornets' sound developmental program
The Charlotte Hornets blew out the Raptors in Toronto on Friday, and the night belonged to 20-year-old NBA sophomore Tidjane Salaun. Salaun, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft, finished with a career-high 21 points in Toronto on a ridiculous 5-of-6 from three-point range.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 7
NBA Notes: Hornets, LaMelo Ball, Magic, Paolo Banchero, Wizards
The Hornets won’t have LaMelo Ball on Sunday. The All-Star guard has a bone bruise in his left ankle and will sit out against Denver, per Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6
Road-thriving Nuggets prep for LaMelo Ball-less but trending Hornets
If the Denver Nuggets are feeling a bit invincible, it's understandable. No situation seems too big for the Nuggets as they'll try to maintain their road excellence when they take on the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night.
LaMelo Ball News / Bleacher Report / December 6
Tidjane Salaun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6
Hornets’ Tidjane Salaun reflects on career game in blowout win over Raptors
The Charlotte Hornets were desperate to break free from the losing column, and Tidjane Salaun rose as the unlikely hero by erupting for a career-high that completely reshaped the night.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 6
'Definitely Hate to See It' – Charlotte Hornets Hope for the Best After LaMelo Ball’s New Injury Vs. Toronto Raptors
The Charlotte Hornets notched a 111-86 road win against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night to end a two-game skid. But it came at a high cost, as LaMelo Ball left the game with an ankle injury.
NBA News / At The Hive / December 5
Recap/Analysis: The Hornets are Raptors killers
The Charlotte Hornets came from behind to beat the Toronto Raptors for the second time in less than a week, this time convincingly. Both teams got exactly one possession before the game was delayed about 20 minutes because some strobe lights couldn’t stop strobing.
Kon Knueppel News / Field Level Media / December 5
Kon Knueppel scores 21 as Hornets dump Raptors
Rookie Kon Knueppel had 21 points and seven assists Friday night and the visiting Charlotte Hornets defeated the Toronto Raptors 111-86. Tidjane Salaun added a career-best 21 points -- 13 in the fourth quarter -- and Miles Bridges had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Hornets, who completed a 1-2 road trip.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 5
Hornets take down Raptors for second-time this season, get win no. 7 on the year
After two straight disappointing losses, the Charlotte Hornets were set to match up with the 15-8 Toronto Raptors who were coming off losses in 3 of their last 4.
LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / December 5
Hornets Announce LaMelo Ball News After Leaving Raptors Game
The Charlotte Hornets still seem far from contending for the NBA playoffs, entering Friday’s game against the Toronto Raptors with a 6–16 record. After making multiple moves in the offseason, it has not translated into team success and there have not been many bright spots.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 5
Why Was Hornets vs Raptors Game Delayed in the First Quarter?
Something was off tonight in the Charlotte Hornets vs the Toronto Raptors game in Scotiabank Arena tonight, and it caught attention immediately. What was supposed to be a clash between LaMelo Ball and Scottie Barnes’ squads ended up being heavily delayed.
Miles Bridges News / Fadeaway World / December 2
Hornets To Revisit Miles Bridges Trade Talks Amid $25M Contract Hurdle
The Hornets are preparing to be active once again this trade season, and this time Miles Bridges is expected to be at the center of their discussions. According to Evan Sidery, Charlotte plans to explore potential deals for the forward after nearly moving him at last year’s deadline.
Charles Lee News / thePeachBasket / December 2
Stay Calm, Hornets Fans—Charles Lee Has a Plan
When the Charlotte Hornets hired Charles Lee, expectations were sky-high. Fresh off a championship run as an assistant with the Boston Celtics, Lee’s blend of offensive creativity and defensive discipline was billed as the perfect fit for a franchise desperate for direction.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 30
Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel's big shot caps huge day for his family
Kon Knueppel's uncle worked the Michigan-Ohio State game Saturday. Perhaps that inspired the Charlotte Hornets rookie, who hit a game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds to force overtime in Charlotte's 118-111 win over the Toronto Raptors.
Josh Giddey News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29
Hornets fan gets ejected after an incident with Josh Giddey
A Hornets fan sitting courtside was ejected for talking trash to Bulls guard Josh Giddey.
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