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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 13

The Charlotte Hornets have a solid starting lineup we never get to see

The Charlotte Hornets have not had their starting lineup very often, but when they have, it's been a very solid unit. Injuries to LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller mean that the Hornets have had to use a few different starting fives, none of them nearly as good as the main one.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 13

Ryan Kalkbrenner, Moussa Diabate have unequivocally shut the door on questions about Charlotte's front line

It didn't take long for the Charlotte Hornets' biggest question marks to redefine themselves as emphatic exclamation points. The chatter reverberating about Charlotte's roster construction ahead of opening night centered around the lack of talent at the center position.

Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 13

Kon Knueppel takes pole position in official NBA rookie ladder

If the season ended today, it would be difficult not to award the Rookie of the Year award to Charlotte Hornets wing Kon Knueppel. He's been incredible so far, and despite this being a highly-touted rookie class, Knueppel has done better than pretty much all his peers.

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Miles Bridges News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 13

Charlotte Hornets urged to swap Miles Bridges for former NBA champion

If the NBA trade deadline were today, would the Charlotte Hornets make some moves? They probably would, because they have assets to play with (namely, some expiring contracts), and they're not as competitive as they'd like to be, thanks to key injuries.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 13

Hornets did not overreact to Bucks third quarter run, win first game in 10 days

After three straight losses, the Charlotte Hornets hosted the 7-4 Milwaukee Bucks without superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. It was the fifth straight missed game for LaMelo Ball, who practiced with the Greensboro Swarm yesterday.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 13

'I’m Getting More Comfortable Every Game' – Charlotte Hornets Rookie Couldn’t Miss in the Team’s Win Vs. Milwaukee Bucks

The Charlotte Hornets snapped their three-game losing skid at home with a 111-100 upset of the Milwaukee Bucks yesterday, as six players notched double-digit points.

NBA News / At The Hive / November 13

Recap/Analysis: Hornets cruise to win over Bucks

The Charlotte Hornets faced a Bucks team without Giannis Antetokounmpo and won the game more handily than the final score would suggest. Ryan Kalkbrenner had been questionable coming into the game due to a personal issue.

Miles Bridges News / thePeachBasket / November 12

What’s Fueling Miles Bridges’ Most Complete Stretch Yet?

In a season defined by injuries and uncertainty, Miles Bridges has found himself back in the spotlight — and this time, he’s answering the call. With LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller sidelined and several others fighting through pain, Bridges has stepped into the lead role the Charlotte Hornets desperately need.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12

Charles Lee has high praise for KJ Simpson after loss to Lakers on Monday night

"Oh, extremely confident in KJ," said Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee when asked about the second-year guard after Monday night's disappointing loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12

Score predictions for Charlotte's first matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks

It's been a while since the Charlotte Hornets have left a game victorious, but tonight presents another opportunity against the Milwaukee Bucks. Here are our selections for tonight's matchup in the Queen City.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12

The Hornets look to end three-game losing slide versus Milwaukee

It has not been the start to the season that the Charlotte Hornets were looking for, as they've started out the 2025-2026 campaign with a 3-7 record. To add to it, the Hornets have had both Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball miss an extended period of time, as both have missed their fifth consecutive game.

Charlotte Hornets News / LWOSports.com / November 12

The Charlotte Hornets’ Enduring Injury Curse and the Emergence of New Cornerstones

The 2025-26 NBA season was supposed to mark a turning point for the Charlotte Hornets. With a new coaching staff, an offseason focused on adding veteran depth, and the anticipated return of a healthy young core led by LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, optimism reigned supreme in the “Queen City”.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12

Ranking every set of the Charlotte Hornets' City Edition jerseys

When the Charlotte Hornets play the Oklahoma City Thunder, they will do so with a jersey never worn before. The 2025-26 City Edition jerseys are here, and that makes nine different City Editions in Hornets history.

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Zach Lowe wants to see Anthony Davis on the Hornets, but it would mean LaMelo exit

In case you haven't noticed, the Dallas Mavericks are an absolute mess. They just fired Nico Harrison (finally), but doing so won't bring back Luka Dončić or restore their fans' interest in the team.

Miles Bridges News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12

Young Hornets fan goes crazy after nice gesture from Miles Bridges

The Charlotte Hornets continue to lose games, falling to the Lakers on Monday night. The loss dropped them to 3-7 on the season and to 12th in the Eastern Conference standings.

LaMelo Ball News / Last Word On Sports / November 12

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Miles Bridges News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Hornets’ Miles Bridges is latest star to complain about refs favoring Lakers

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges voiced his frustration with officiating after Monday night’s 121-111 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the latest player to question whether the Lakers receive preferential treatment from referees.

Kon Knueppel News / NBA Draft on SI / November 11

Kon Knueppel Dazzles vs. Lakers, Asserts Himself in Rookie of the Year Race

While Cooper Flagg and VJ Edgecombe have been almost all the buzz among rookies, Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel has asserted himself into the Rookie of the Year race and could be the favorite if he continues to impress the way he has been doing over the last few games.

LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / November 8

Unflattering report emerges about LaMelo Ball's work ethic

LaMelo Ball is not playing right now due to an injury, but that is not stopping some unflattering claims from emerging about him.

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Kon Knueppel News / thePeachBasket / November 7

Kon Knueppel Shows Poise and Production Beyond His Years

Two games. Kon Knueppel needed only two games to prove he’s more than a promising rookie. With Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball out, the Charlotte Hornets turned to their fourth-overall pick — and he delivered.