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LaMelo Ball finally gave the Hornets something they desperately needed this past season — availability. As relayed by ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Ball appeared in 72 games this year after playing just 36, 22 and 47 games over the previous three seasons combined.

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Charlotte Hornets NBA Draft Prospect Profile: Hannes Steinbach

No team in the league allocated less capital to the center position in 2026 than the Charlotte Hornets. Much like his protege Joe Mazzulla, Charles Lee was comfortable with going to battle with an group of big men that lacked a foundational star, but instead impacted games with differing, complimentary skills.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 25

How Did Last Year’s Hornets Departures Perform With Their New Teams This Season?

When the Charlotte Hornets stumbled through the 2024-25 season with a 19-63 record, there was a lot of uncertainty. LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller combined for just 68 appearances because of injuries, and there were fiery discussions on who should be selected with the 4th pick in the upcoming draft.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 25

Crafting the Perfect Hornets Trades for Aaron Gordon and Lauri Markkanen

One thing became clear at the end of the season for the Charlotte Hornets: they need more size in the frontcourt. The combination of Moussa Diabaté and Miles Bridges combines shooting with offensive rebounding, but it leaves them seriously undersized.

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LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 25

No Love for LaMelo Ball? Why Hornets Guard May Have Missed Out on All-NBA Nod

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball did not make an All-NBA team last night. He was expected to contend for a spot on the All-NBA Third-Team, but he ended up missing out.

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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.

Charles Lee News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 22

Hornets HC Charles Lee Sees a Familiar Championship Formula Developing in Charlotte

Whether it be the Charlotte Hornets or the team on the other side of Uptown, the Carolina Panthers, we've all seen how ugly things can get when the front office and coaching staff are not aligned.

Coby White News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 22

NBA Insider Reveals Fair Price for Coby White, But Hornets May Not Get The Deal

Coby White was exactly what the Charlotte Hornets envisioned when they traded for him. He was a positive performer off the bench, unlike Collin Sexton, and his postseason experience helped them win the Play-In game versus the Miami Heat.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 22

Trade Grant Williams? Why it Could Be on the Table for the Hornets This Summer

Jeff Peterson and the Charlotte Hornets have a busy offseason ahead of them, and as they look for ways to improve the roster and aim to become a top-six seed in the Eastern Conference, they will have to tweak their frontcourt.

Brandon Miller News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 21

Projecting Brandon Miller's Upcoming Contract Extension With the Charlotte Hornets

The biggest question facing the Charlotte Hornets this summer has to do with Brandon Miller and his potential contract extension. The third-year forward becomes extension-eligible this summer, and it is likely that Miller will be looking to ink a long-term deal to secure his financial future.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 21

5 Players the Charlotte Hornets Could Consider With the 14th Pick in the NBA Draft

The Charlotte Hornets have the 14th and 18th picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, and while they could package the two to move up, they may have to stay put as others aren't going to want to trade back in what appears to be a loaded draft class.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 21

Charlotte Hornets NBA Draft Profile: Ebuka Okorie

One day when we're all old and grey, we'll look back and remember 2026 as the year that NBA's valuation of the small guard tanked like Enron in 2001. Undersized lead creators who lack ancillary skills are a dime a dozen in the modern NBA, and teams across the league are treating them as such.

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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 / May 21

There's a Huge Problem with a Brandon Miller Max Extension for the Hornets

Brandon Miller is obviously a good player. The former number two overall pick averaged 20.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.5 assists on 43.5% shooting in 2025-26, his third (or second, since he missed almost all of last year) season in the NBA.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 21

10 Win-Now Trade Targets for the Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets are adamant that they're not going to skip steps in this rebuild. That likely means they aren't accelerating any timeline just because they won 44 games and made the Play-In in 2025-26.

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Kon Knueppel News / At The Hive / May 21

Kon Knueppel named to all rookie first team

In some of the least surprising news of the offseason, Charlotte Hornets wing Kon Knueppel made the NBA’s All Rookie first team. Knueppel undeservedly lost out on Rookie of the Year honors to his former college teammate Cooper Flagg.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 20

Watch Hornets’ LaMelo Ball give Moussa Diabate the NBA Hustle Award trophy

The Charlotte Hornets had a season to remember. They came close to ending their nine-year drought in the playoffs after making it to the Play-In Tournament.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 20

What is The Biggest Mistake That the Charlotte Hornets Could Make This Offseason?

In 2021, there were few teams in the NBA who were happier than the Atlanta Hawks. After years of rebuilding, things were starting to look promising, as

Liam McNeeley News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 20

The Charlotte Hornets' Forgotten Man: Liam McNeeley Faces a Pivotal Offseason Heading Into Year Two

Liam McNeeley has quickly become the Charlotte Hornets' forgotten man. The centerpiece of the trade the sent Mark Williams to the Phoenix Suns, McNeeley essentially got the chance to redshirt in his rookie season in the NBA.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 20

Assessing the Value of All 3 Charlotte Hornets' 2027 First-Round Picks

Thanks to the shrewd and effective business practices of GM Jeff Peterson, the Charlotte Hornets own three first-round picks next year (with a few potential protections affecting that).

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 20

A Guard 14th Overall? Why the Hornets May Target a Backcourt Player in NBA Draft

The Charlotte Hornets are primarily in the market for frontcourt players this offseason. In the draft, they are routinely projected to take at least one but often two big men or forwards with their two draft picks.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 19

Charlotte Hornets 2026 NBA Draft Big Board Version 1.0

How would you rank these five days on the NBA calendar? NBA Draft Trade deadline First day of free agency First day of the regular season First day of the playoffs It's going to take some soul searching for me to come up with my personal order, but I can confidently say that draft day occupies the top spot.

Charlotte Hornets News / The Lead / May 19

Despite No Playoffs, the Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 Season Was a Success

It has been nearly one month since the Charlotte Hornets lost their play-in game against the Orlando Magic. That night, the vibes around the program were dark and pessimistic.

Miles Bridges News / Hoops Wire / May 13

Hornets’ Miles Bridges seeks psychological evaluation in ongoing dispute with ex

Hornets forward Miles Bridges has asked a court to order a psychological evaluation of his ex-girlfriend, Mychelle Johnson, as part of an ongoing legal dispute, according to a report from TMZ.

LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / May 11

LaMelo Ball gives an unusual name to his baby son

LaMelo Ball appears to be continuing the family tradition. The Charlotte Hornets star Ball and his partner Analicia Chaves announced to People Magazine over the weekend that they recently welcomed a baby son.

Charles Lee News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7

Hornets announce big news about HC Charles Lee

The Hornets went 19-63 in Lee’s first season as head coach, but they went 44-38 in Year 2 with a loss in the NBA play-in tournament.

Brandon Miller News / Hoops Rumors / May 6

Hornets’ Brandon Miller Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

Hornets forward Brandon Miller has undergone surgery to address instability in his left shoulder, the team announced today in a press release. The Hornets didn’t provide any sort of recovery timeline for Miller or confirm that he’ll be ready for the 2026/27 season.