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The other day, we looked at an offensive-minded big in the draft, Tre Carroll, so today we're doing a one-eighty! 6'8 BYU center Keba Keita is a rebounder, shot blocker, and freak athlete who will make his money with anything but scoring.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 17

The Charlotte Hornets Have 5 Top-100 Players in the Entire NBA

The latest NBA Ranking update from The Ringer is here. As of June 16, the Charlotte Hornets officially still have five top-100 talents, technically. That makes them one of the deepest teams in the league, with LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, Coby White, and Moussa Diabaté earning spots.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / June 17

Charlotte Hornets prospect scouting report: Brayden Burries

When we profiled Nate Ament, we talked about players of his ilk likely being outside of the tier of players likely to be available for the Charlotte Hornets.

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

The NBA Ought to Fear the 2026-27 Charlotte Hornets

From my perspective, the Charlotte Hornets were one of the best teams in the NBA last season. Throw out the 16-27 start before they got a little healthier and figured out their starting lineup (which went on to be the best in the NBA by a wide margin).

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Hornets Could Swing Blockbuster Trade for Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr.

The Charlotte Hornets need frontcourt help. Yes, you've undoubtedly heard that before or even said it yourself after watching the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic flat-out bully the Hornets down low.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Charlotte Hornets 2026 NBA Draft Big Board Version 2.0

The NBA Draft is almost here, folks. After crowning the New York Knicks as NBA champions for the first time in 53 years, the basketball populus can now turn their focus to the June 23rd draft and fully dive in to this intriguing group of prospects that may define championship teams for years to come.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Charlotte Hornets Mock Draft: Two Elite Prospects to Fill Major Needs

The Charlotte Hornets pick 14th and 18th in the NBA draft. As of now, it seems like trading one or both of those picks for anything, whether that's a veteran or a higher draft pick, doesn't seem plausible.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Hornets Trading Both First-Round Picks for a Veteran Feels Unlikely

It was an incredible jump that we saw from the Charlotte Hornets in 2025-26, increasing their win total by 25, which was the second-highest mark of anyone in the league, behind only the San Antonio Spurs.

Walker Kessler News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Crafting a Mock Trade to Bring Walker Kessler to Hornets

It's no secret that the Charlotte Hornets are focusing on the frontcourt this offseason. Aside from the Coby White situation, every resource seems dedicated to improving down low after late-season losses exposed weaknesses in the frontcourt.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Harrison Barnes Could Be a Sneaky Veteran FA Target for the Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets don't have much money to spend in free agency (aside from a Coby White deal), but they do have some exceptions that will allow them to add some mid-level free agents.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Brandon Miller News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Should Brandon Miller Be Untouchable in a Deal to Upgrade the Hornets’ Frontcourt?

In one way or another, the Charlotte Hornets are going to add to their frontcourt this offseason. That's no secret. Whether that comes in the form of a draft pick, free agent, or trade remains to be seen, but it's going to happen.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Why Jayden Quaintance May Not Be Too Risky for the Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets need a big man, and they have two stabs at it between picks 14 and 18 in the first round. Coincidentally, that's where Kentucky star Jayden Quaintance is projected to go.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Charlotte Hornets NBA Draft Prospect Profile: Christian Anderson

If the Charlotte Hornets make both of the selections they currently own in the 2026 NBA Draft, one of them should be a guard. There are a number of guard

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Bill Simmons Floats Hornets as 'Frisky' Sabonis Trade Team

The Domantas Sabonis-to-Charlotte conversation is not going away quietly. Recent NBA rumors have begun linking the Charlotte Hornets to the Sacramento Kings big man.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Charlotte Hornets’ 2026-27 Title Odds Reveal Massive Gap to Contenders

The Charlotte Hornets took everyone by surprise this past season and were, without a doubt, the most improved team aside from the San Antonio Spurs, increasing their win total from 19 to 44.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 14

Hornets GM Says NBA Changes Could Reshape How Teams Land Star Talent

For years, NBA teams took one of two routes — build a team that was competitive enough to make a run in the postseason or tear it all down, stockpile assets, and rely on the draft to build your core.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 12

Hornets’ Kon Knueppel gets championship-caliber advice from Knicks’ Jalen Brunson

Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel was handed advice from New York Knicks All-Star Jalen Brunson, who’s one win away from winning his first championship.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 12

Who Are the Three Prospects Most Linked to the Hornets in the 2026 NBA Draft?

The Charlotte Hornets are in one of the more interesting spots for the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. That's because Charlotte owns two first-round selections, No.

LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Potential Free-Agent Destinations That Could Create Breakout Seasons

The 2026 NBA free-agency window is shaping up to be a game-changer for fantasy basketball managers. With the salary cap rising and several teams desperate for star power, player movement this summer will directly dictate who wins fantasy leagues in the 2026-27 season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 10