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Charlotte Hornets Release Former NBA 1st-Round Pick

UPDATE: The move is official. Josh Okogie spent the 2024-25 season playing for the Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets. The former Georgia Tech star had averages of 7.1 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 44.3% from the field and 34.8% from the three-point range in 40 games.

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Hornets Waive Josh Okogie, More Roster Moves Likely

The Charlotte Hornets have waived wing Josh Okogie, clearing his non-guaranteed salary off the books ahead of a key offseason roster squeeze, according to Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer.

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Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 15

NBA analyst has silly criticism for Kon Knueppel in Summer League

According to one NBA analyst, Kon Knueppel is one of the three biggest losers of NBA Summer League. The Charlotte Hornets' fourth overall pick struggled in one game, sat out another, and then came back with a relative bang in the team's third game.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Biggest Charlotte Hornets overreactions from 2025 NBA Summer League

The Charlotte Hornets are off to a perfect start at the 2025 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, going 3-0 with gritty wins over the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, and Dallas Mavericks.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / July 15

Hornets signing Drew Peterson to two-way contract

Late Monday night, Shams Charania of ESPN and Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer reported that the Charlotte Hornets would be signing Drew Peterson to the team’s third two-way slot.

Drew Peterson News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 15

Charlotte Hornets sign former Celtics forward Drew Peterson to a two-way deal

The Charlotte Hornets signed former Boston Celtics forward Drew Peterson to a two-way contract, Shams Charania of ESPN reported. Peterson, 25, has spent the last two years with the Celtics, winning the NBA title in 2024.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 15

NBA Power Rankings: Way-too-early list buries Hornets despite good offseason

The Charlotte Hornets are coming off a 19-win season, which is among the worst they've ever had (though decidedly not the worst, unfortunately). They have put in a lot of work to really change things over the offseason, and their roster is pretty different heading into 2025-26.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 15

Paul George says signing with the Hornets would mean his career is basically over

Paul George wouldn't choose to sign with the Charlotte Hornets if he were a free agent. When he was, the Hornets weren't in a position to sign the player, and it wouldn't have made sense, but he would've declined any offers they made in all likelihood.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / July 15

Hornets playing home preseason games in Charleston and Greensboro

The Charlotte Hornets announced that they will be playing their two game home preseason slate not at home. Sunday October 5 at 5:00 vs Oklahoma City Thunder in Charleston, SC Wednesday October 15 at 7:00 vs Memphis Grizzlies in Greensboro, NC Tickets go on sale tomorrow.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Hornets add forward with Charles Lee ties on 2-way contract

The Charlotte Hornets have failed to advance to the playoffs for nine consecutive seasons, the longest active drought in the NBA. At this point, the Hornets need any form of help they can get.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 14

LaMelo Ball gets major advice from Baron Davis

When it comes to the top point guards in the NBA, one name that probably doesn’t get a lot of traction is Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball. Numbers-wise, Ball has been on par with the best guards in the league, there’s only been a couple of problems.

Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

R-E-L-A-X: Kon Knueppel silences doubts with impressive Summer League performance

Summer League is simultaneously one of the NBA’s most entertaining and most exhausting products. On one hand, watching young players and journeymen hoop to prove their worth to an NBA or overseas franchise is a joy, knowing that each bucket, rebound, or defensive stop, is a step towards securing their long-term future.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

Done deal: Charlotte Hornets make three free agent signings official

The Charlotte Hornets have been one of the most active teams this offseason, to just about everyone's surprise. Considering they have 19 players on the roster, more moves are on the horizon.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

Former Charlotte Hornets big man Montrezl Harrell is shining in the Big3

While the NBA's Summer League allows fans to watch the league's up-and-coming talent, Ice Cube's Big3 league is where fans can watch older veterans showcase their talent to potentially make a return to the league.

Mason Plumlee News / Fastbreak on SI / July 14

Charlotte Hornets Officially Sign Former Duke Star

Mason Plumlee spent the 2024-25 season playing for the Phoeinx Suns. The 35-year-old center had averages of 4.5 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.8 assists per contest while shooting 61.9% from the field in 74 games.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

Al Jefferson crowned as the Hornets best free agency signing of all time

As part of their NBA free agency coverage, Bleacher Report has crowned each franchise's best free agency signing in history. Not being a premier free agent destination, there weren't many players who even came into consideration for the Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

NBA insider rips Hornets’ center room: 'Most depressing situation I can remember'

The Charlotte Hornets have spent years rebuilding, flying under the radar with few national headlines. But with a solid young core and a wide-open Eastern Conference, it finally feels like they’re turning a corner.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

Mock trade: How the Hornets could land Jonas Valanciunas from Nuggets

The Charlotte Hornets still don’t have an answer at center, and it’s becoming a real problem. President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson has done a solid job building around a young core, but the frontcourt looks thinner than ever.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

Just one Charlotte Hornets player made Bleacher Report's top 100 all-time

There are a few candidates for the best player in Charlotte Hornets history. Kemba Walker, by virtue of his franchise-leading scoring, has a good case.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 14

Charlotte Hornets earn high praise for offseason work from NBA analyst

The Charlotte Hornets have surprisingly been quite active this offseason. After being positioned to largely coast into the 2025-26 season, the front office has hardly had a dull moment.

Spencer Dinwiddie News / Fastbreak on SI / July 13

Charlotte Hornets Officially Sign Veteran NBA Guard

Spencer Dinwiddie has been a productive player of his 11 seasons in the NBA. He finished the 2024-25 season with (the Dallas Mavericks) averaging of 11.0 points, 2.6 rebounds and 4.4 assists per contest while shooting 41.6% from the field and 33.4% from the three-point range in 79 games.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / July 13

Liam McNeeley Starring for Hornets in Summer League

For the first time in years, the Charlotte Hornets left as one of the winners of the draft per most experts. In drafting Kon Knueppel at No. 4 overall, as well as leaving with Liam McNeeley, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Sion James at various points, most thought Charlotte did well in both rounds.

Chris Paul News / Last Word On Sports / July 13

Hornets ‘Rebuffed’ In Attempt To Bring Home Future Hall of Famer

Chris Paul is certainly the most-accomplished free agent that remains unsigned this offseason. Now 40 years old, he has stated that he would like to play in the 2025-26 season, and that it would likely be his last.

Liam McNeeley News / Athlon Sports / July 12

UConn Reacts to What Liam McNeeley Did in Stellar Summer League Debut

Former UConn Huskies star Liam McNeeley showed what he's got on Friday night, as he starred for the Charlotte Hornets in an NBA Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas versus the Utah Jazz. Despite coming off the bench, McNeeley led the Hornets with 22 points on a 7-for-16 shooting from the field.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

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