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Everything Charles Lee Said Following the Hornets' Dominating Win Over Miami

After a tightly contested first half that had the look of a down-to-the-wire finish, the Charlotte Hornets opened the floodgates in the second half and took firm control against the Miami Heat, ultimately leading to a 30-point win.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 18

Which Part of the Hornets' Starting Five Went the Furthest in March Madness?

The days are getting longer, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and somebody you've never heard of is scoring 30 points in an NBA game. That can only mean one thing: It's March, and it's time for March Madness!

Coby White News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 18

The Real Coby White Finally Showed Up for the Hornets

Since the trade and once Coby White finally got healthy, the Charlotte Hornets hadn't seen the best version of him. His audition to be re-signed this offseason wasn't off to the most sparkling start through his first handful of contests.

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Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 18

Carmelo Anthony’s blunt rebuke to Tracy McGrady calling Hornets’ LaMelo Ball ‘Melo’

The Charlotte Hornets resumed their winning ways on Tuesday evening with a blowout victory over the Miami Heat. The win allowed Charlotte to hold steady in the number 10 position in the East, and LaMelo Ball was dominant, scoring 30 points to go along with 13 assists in the win.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 18

Which Former Charlotte Hornets Are Playing in Europe? How Are They Doing?

With how solid a season the Charlotte Hornets have played and the number of blowout wins they've racked up, it's easy to forget how bad the previous seasons were.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / March 18

Recap/Analysis: Hornets use big fourth quarter to cool off Heat

LaMelo Ball had a 30 point double double, Coby White added 24 points off the bench, and the Charlotte Hornets dominated the fourth quarter en route to a win over the Miami Heat, 136-106.

LaMelo Ball News / Total Apex Sports / March 18

Hornets Blow Out Short-Handed Heat 136-106 Behind LaMelo Ball’s Historic Night

Tuesday night at Spectrum Center, the Charlotte Hornets didn’t just win a basketball game. They put on a show. LaMelo Ball was electric. Coby White was unstoppable off the bench.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

3 Hornets 2026 NBA Draft prospects to watch during March Madness

For the Queen City, the March Madness stakes extend far beyond the tournament brackets. Sure, the college basketball world descends into its annual frenzy of buzzer-beaters and Cinderella stories.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / March 17

Hornets Dominate Heat At Spectrum Center: 3 Reasons For Convincing Victory

The Charlotte Hornets have come out of nowhere to emerge as one of the season’s glaring playoff threats. While they may only be 10th in the East, they’ve been on fire in the second half of the season, and tonight’s 30-point win over the Heat (136-106) was just the continuation of that encouraging trend.

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LaMelo Ball News / Field Level Media / March 17

LaMelo Ball orchestrates Hornets' second-half blowout of Heat

LaMelo Ball pumped in 30 points and distributed 13 assists as the Charlotte Hornets opened a seven-game homestand with a 136-106 victory against the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 17

Hornets announcer Eric Collins takes a shot at Tyler Herro during game

Eric Collins apparently thinks that Tyler Herro can be a little unethical with his scoring. The Charlotte Hornets television play-by-play announcer Collins was on the call for FanDuel Sports Network during Tuesday’s game between the Hornets and the Miami Heat.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

LaMelo Ball savagely ruins Hornets social team’s St. Patrick’s Day game

The Charlotte Hornets shared a lighthearted St. Patrick’s Day video Tuesday, but star guard LaMelo Ball quickly stole the spotlight with a blunt and unexpected finish.

Bam Adebayo News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 17

Hornets Dodging a Bullet vs. Heat? Bam Adebayo Update Drops Before Key Clash

The Charlotte Hornets are dodging a major bullet tonight versus the Miami Heat. Coming off a crushing, tight defeat last time these two rivals faced, the Hornets are out for revenge tonight, and the Heat will likely not have Bam Adebayo.

Charles Lee News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 17

Charles Lee Discusses Urgency, Long Homestand, Health of the Roster + More

The Charlotte Hornets return to Spectrum Center for a seven-game homestead in their final 14 games of the regular season. Ahead of Tuesday’s matchup against

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

Charlotte Hornets Homestand: Can They Seize Their Play-In Lifeline?

The Charlotte Hornets homestand that begins tonight against the Miami Heat could not have come at a better time, or at a more dangerous one. Seven straight games at Spectrum Center, from March 17 through March 29, gives this team the perfect platform to solidify their play-in spot in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 17

Score Predictions for a Massive Hornets vs Heat Divisional Matchup

The Charlotte Hornets (34-34) look to get over .500 again in their last of four regular season matchups against the Miami Heat (38-30) tonight at 7:00 PM at the Spectrum Center.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat: Prediction, Preview, Odds

Tonight, the Charlotte Hornets (34-34) will battle against the Miami Heat (38-30) in one of the most intriguing matchups of their seven-game homestand.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 17

Hornets Announcer Drops 'Cut Up Like Coleslaw' Remark to Describe Pistons Star’s Physique

Much of the talk surrounding the Charlotte Hornets these days is either Kon Knueppel’s sudden rise, especially in the rookie ladder, or how the team went

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 16

Improved Hornets open long homestand vs. Heat

The revitalized Charlotte Hornets will work on better play at home when they face the Miami Heat on Tuesday to open a run of seven consecutive games in their own arena.

Kon Knueppel News / Athlon Sports / March 15

Kon Knueppel Card Market Hits New High With Record-Breaking Sale

Kon Knueppel’s hype isn’t just showing up on the court, it's now hitting the trading card market in a big way. One of the young star’s cards recently sold for a record-breaking price, becoming the most expensive Kon Knueppel trading card ever purchased.

Kon Knueppel News / NBA Analysis Network / March 12

How Kon Knueppel is leading a Charlotte Hornets turnaround few saw coming

Kon Knueppel entered the NBA with a reputation as one of the safest picks in the 2025 draft. Less than a full season later, the Charlotte Hornets rookie is doing something far more significant.