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Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / November 5
Hornets’ backcourt needs could make veteran free agents worth a look
The Hornets could use another guard, but that doesn’t mean they need to start giving away draft picks to find one. That’s the case made by Sports Illustrated’s Mark Livingston, who outlined four possible additions to a backcourt dealing with uncertainty around Kon Knueppel and recent offensive struggles from Dennis Schroder.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 5
The Hornets Don't Need a Blockbuster Trade, but Their Backcourt Could Use Some Help
Charlotte could use some help at guard, with Kon Knueppel likely back on the shelf and Dennis Schröder struggling offensively of late... Jeff Peterson has a decision to make: he can either wait for things to improve or look to bring in another guard right away.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 5
What Charles Lee Said About Knueppel's Injury, Miller's Struggles After Nets Loss
It's been a rough last week for the purple and teal, who have now dropped five straight games, with their latest defeat coming at the hands of the Brooklyn Nets.
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 5
3 Winners and 5 Losers from Hornets' Stunning Loss to Nets
The Charlotte Hornets had a second opportunity to take on the lowly Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night, allowing them a chance to end their losing streak and continue stacking wins while not fully healthy.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 5
Evidence is Mounting That the Hornets' Front Office Made a Huge Mistake
The Charlotte Hornets had the best net rating in the NBA last season after January 1. This year, they are fifth-worst in that metric. The Hornets felt that they couldn't get better than that Play-In peak with the current roster, so they essentially blew it up.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 5
Hornets Let Another One Slip Away in Loss to Brooklyn
The Charlotte Hornets had a good opportunity Wednesday night to finally get another win. Brooklyn had won just one game coming into the night, and Charlotte was ahead by seven at halftime.
NBA News / At The Hive / November 5
Charlotte Hornets vs Brooklyn Nets: Game 9 recap and analysis 
Kon Knueppel left the game with injury, Brandon Miller played like doodoo, and the Charlotte Hornets dropped their fifth straight game to the Brooklyn Nets, 114-104.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / November 5
Celtics Visit Hornets in NBA Cup Group Play Friday
The Boston Celtics visit the Charlotte Hornets at 7 p.m. EST Friday in an NBA Cup group-stage game in Charlotte. Boston is 6-2 and ranks third in the Eastern Conference.
Charlotte Hornets News / HITC / November 5
Michael Jordan made one call to Charlotte with a clear message about Brandon Miller
Michael Jordan reportedly contacted Charlotte Hornets president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson to make sure Brandon Miller would not be included in the franchise’s offseason overhaul.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Kon Knueppel News / Field Level Media / November 4
Hornets F Kon Knueppel exits season debut after apparent re-injury
Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel, making his season debut after missing eight games due to a left hamstring injury, lasted only a quarter against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday in New York before exiting with left leg soreness.
Kon Knueppel News / Yardbarker / November 4
Kon Knueppel's season debut cut short by injury after just six minutes
After a 3-5 start to the season, the Charlotte Hornets were hopeful that the season debut for sharpshooter Kon Knueppel on Wednesday would be a major spark.
Brandon Miller News / Fadeaway World / November 4
Michael Jordan Called Hornets GM To Protect Brandon Miller From Trade
For decades, the Charlotte Hornets have been an afterthought in the Eastern Conference. Other than some respectable seasons over the years, they’ve rarely been more than a footnote in the NBA title race, but they finally made some traction last season, going 44-38 to finish ninth in the standings.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 4
Could the Hornets Be Staring at Another Abysmal Start to the Season?
The Charlotte Hornets had a nice little start to the season, winning three of their first four games. For a minute, it looked like things might be different this year.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 4
Final Injury Report for Hornets-Nets: Will Coby White, Kon Knueppel Play?
The Charlotte Hornets are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Brooklyn Nets in an Eastern Conference matchup. Charlotte enters Wednesday’s game with a 3-5 record after losing at home to the Detroit Pistons Monday night.
Kon Knueppel News / Hoops Rumors / November 4
Hornets’ Kon Knueppel Cleared For Season Debut
After missing the first eight games of the regular season due to a left hamstring strain, Hornets sharpshooter Kon Knueppel has been upgraded to available for Wednesday’s game in Brooklyn and will make his season debut, according to the team (Twitter link).
Kon Knueppel News / Hoops Wire / November 4
Hornets’ Kon Knueppel probable for season debut against Nets
The Hornets are close to getting back a player who should make scoring a little easier for everyone else. Kon Knueppel has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday’s game against the Nets, putting him in position to make his season debut after missing eight games with a left hamstring strain, per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.
Tidjane Salaun News / Hoops Rumors / November 2
Hornets Decline Tidjane Salaun’s 2027/28 Option
The Hornets won’t exercise Tidjane Salaun’s fourth-year option for the 2027/28 season, according to a report from Rod Boone (Twitter link). The decision
Charlotte Hornets News / Lindy's Sports / November 2
Charlotte Hornets reportedly cut Tidjane Salaün loose
The Charlotte Hornets will not pick up the fourth-year option on forward Tidjane Salaün, the sixth overall pick in 2024. The Oklahoma City Thunder also declined their option on guard Nikola Topić.
Coby White News / EasySportz / November 2
Hornets Fans Have Every Reason to Be Excited About Coby White’s Return
The Charlotte Hornets are getting a major boost to their backcourt as guard Coby White prepares to make his season debut Monday night against the Detroit Pistons after missing the beginning of the season with a calf injury.
AJ Dybantsa News / Yardbarker / October 30
Wizards' AJ Dybantsa comes close to career milestone in home debut
Playing in front of his new home crowd for the first time, AJ Dybantsa put his full skill set on display as the Washington Wizards beat the Charlotte Hornets 95-79 on Friday night.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / October 28
'He didn't meet our standards': Hornets HC Charles Lee explains Naz Reid benching
It seemed like Reid was on the way to another excellent performance Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons, but Hornets head coach Charles Lee had a different opinion.
Michael Jordan News / Athlon Sports / October 28
In 2010, Michael Jordan paid $275M for a majority stake in Charlotte Hornets; 13 years later, he sold it in a deal valuing the team at $3B
Michael Jordan entered NBA ownership in 2010 with a $275 million investment in the Charlotte Bobcats.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / October 27
Hornets to retire Muggsy Bogues' jersey, honoring NBA's shortest player
A long overdue honor for one of the greatest players in Charlotte Hornets history is set to take place later this season.
Brandon Miller News / Yardbarker / October 26
Hornets' Brandon Miller justifying massive contract after career-high night vs. Wizards
The Charlotte Hornets picked a good time to extend forward Brandon Miller. After his last two games, the 2023 No. 2 overall pick's price is only going up.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / October 26
Hornets' offseason additions are giving Charlotte plenty of reasons for optimism
The Hornets may have found the right pieces to take a step forward this season.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / October 23
Hornets' Naz Reid makes franchise history in win over Nets
The Charlotte Hornets made major headlines in the offseason when they traded star point guard LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Charlotte did get an intriguing piece back in the trade, though, and that was big man Naz Reid.
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