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Hornets reunite with 11-year veteran just days after releasing him

Pat Connaughton has scored zero points in 12 total minutes during the Charlotte Hornets’ nine-game winning streak, but the franchise appreciates the veteran guidance and energetic presence he brings to the locker room.

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The Hornets' Win Streak Includes an NBA Fact So Insane It Sounds Made Up

Later this evening, the Charlotte Hornets will look to tie the franchise record for the most consecutive games won at ten when they play host to the Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 9

Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Detroit Pistons

The Charlotte Hornets look to tie the franchise record for consecutive wins as they open a two-game homestand with a chance to reach ten straight wins tonight against the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons in front of a home crowd.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 9

Charlotte Hornets Could Opt for a More Ideal Move Than Splashy Signing This Summer

The Charlotte Hornets have the big pieces in place. The starting lineup of LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges, and Moussa Diabaté are all under contract through next season.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 9

What are the Hornets Draft Picks for the Next Six Years? How Many Do They Own?

Draft picks in the NBA are arguably more valuable than they ever have been. Second round picks in particular have been important as of late, as teams no longer need to commit guaranteed money to players they select during the second day of the NBA Draft.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 9

Charlotte Hornets Welcome Back Veteran Forward, Waive Trade Deadline Addition Ahead of Clash With Pistons

Jeff Peterson's mid-season churn of the Charlotte Hornets' roster may have reached it's end. On Monday morning, ahead of the Hornets' hotly-anticipated matchup against the Detroit Pistons, Jeff Peterson announced a pair of moves that could be the last two we see from the franchise until the new league year opens this summer.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 9

Hornets waives former 1st-round pick after Wizards trade

The Charlotte Hornets are one of the hottest teams in the league right now, as they’re currently on a nine-game winning streak. They also got better at the trade deadline, acquiring Coby White from the Chicago Bulls.

Malaki Branham News / Hoops Rumors / February 9

Hornets Waive Malaki Branham

The Hornets have opened up a roster spot by waiving Malaki Branham, the team announced (via Twitter). The 22-year-old combo guard was traded twice at last week’s deadline.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 9

Should the Charlotte Hornets Go After Giannis Antetokounmpo This Summer?

The Milwaukee Bucks were reportedly listening to offers on two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, and he was reportedly fine with a potential trade. The Charlotte Hornets were one of a few teams deemed potential trade partners.

Charles Lee News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 9

Kemba Walker's Journey in Charlotte is Coming Full Circle

Franchise all-time leading scorer Kemba Walker joining head coach Charles Lee’s staff was an early sign. A sign that Lee understood from day one what his self-proclaimed “Hornets DNA” was supposed to resemble.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 8

NBA Insider Sees the Hornets as a Team No One Wants in a Playoff Series

When a team that is perpetually bad all of a sudden becomes one of the most efficient teams in the NBA and wins a few games, it's hard for those around the league to buy into whatever is taking place.

Kon Knueppel News / Athlon Sports / February 8

Hornets' Kon Knueppel Only Rookie Named to NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest

The NBA All-Star weekend always finds a way to spotlight what is coming next, not just what has already been established. This year, that spotlight shines brightly on Charlotte.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 8

Hornets face Pistons in search of 10th straight win

Next on the to-do list for the Charlotte Hornets is picking up their 10th consecutive victory. That will be the objective against the visiting Detroit Pistons on Monday night.

Jeff Peterson News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 8

LaMelo Suggested the Bench Experiment, Peterson Owns the Minutes Restriction Decision

Keeping LaMelo Ball healthy is the main priority for the Charlotte Hornets. The difference in production when he is unavailable is jarring from both an offensive and defensive efficiency standpoint.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 8

Blockbuster Trade? Massive Free Agent Signing? The Hornets' Big Move May Not Be What You Think

Jeff Peterson made a big move, by the Charlotte Hornets' standards, at the trade deadline, acquiring Coby White from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Collin Sexton and a pair of second-round picks.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 7

Hornets perform i clutch vs. Hawks, win 9th in a row

Moussa Diabate scored six straight fourth-quarter points, including a pair of thunderous dunks, to spark the visiting Charlotte Hornets to their ninth straight victory, a 126-119 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.

Coby White News / Last Word On Sports / February 7

What the Coby White Trade Means for the Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets made a decisive statement at the 2026 NBA trade deadline: they’re playing to win now. In a surprising move, Charlotte acquired guards Coby White and Mike Conley Jr.

Coby White News / Hoops Rumors / February 6

Bulls, Hornets Amend Coby White Trade

The Bulls and Hornets have amended the terms of the trade that sent Coby White to Charlotte after a physical revealed the seventh-year guard had a left calf injury, which will require him to miss some games, league sources tell Fred Katz of The Athletic (Twitter link).

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / February 6

Hornets Waive Simpson, Will Sign Evbuomwan To Two-Way Deal

The Hornets have waived guard KJ Simpson, the team announced today (Twitter link). The 42nd overall pick in the 2024 draft, Simpson signed a two-year, two-way contract with Charlotte as a rookie that summer and remained on that deal until today.

Mike Conley News / Hoops Wire / February 6

Mike Conley expected to return to Timberwolves

Mike Conley is expected to find his way back to Minnesota. Conley intends to re-sign with the Timberwolves once he clears waivers, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Kon Knueppel News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Kon Knueppel Rookie Surge: Smart Buys on 2025 Cards Before Values Explode

Kon Knueppel has quickly become one of the more intriguing rookie-card stories in the NBA this season. The Charlotte Hornets’ fourth overall pick in 2025 has generated early Rookie of the Year buzz behind sharp shooting and a well-rounded offensive profile, putting his cards firmly on collectors’ radar.

Mike Conley News / Yardbarker / February 6

Why Timberwolves should bring back Mike Conley

After another trade and a contract buyout, Conley could go right back to his old team.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5

Balanced attack gives Hornets first eight-game winning streak since 1999

The last time the Charlotte Hornets won eight games in a row, a majority of its roster was not alive to see it.

Hornets acquire Tyus Jones from Magic, waive Pat Connaughton

Report: 1 team tried to trade for LaMelo Ball at the deadline

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Charlotte Hornets News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5

Report: 1 team tried to trade for LaMelo Ball at the deadline

LaMelo Ball almost got a chance to play with his fellow 2020 draftee … Anthony Edwards. The Minnesota Timberwolves attempted to trade for the Charlotte Hornets star Ball ahead of the Thursday’s NBA deadline, Chris Haynes of NBA TV reports.