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NBA News / Ball Exclusives / January 16
Lakers fall to Hornets as defensive struggles continue
The Los Angeles Lakers were supposed to beat the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night. Charlotte entered the game with just 14 wins on the season, yet, they looked like the superior team, defeating Los Angeles 135-117.
Luka Doncic News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 16
Hornets broadcaster Eric Collins rips Luka Doncic in Lakers loss
Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers could not withstand the full force of the healthy Charlotte Hornets. The team logged another feather in its cap for when all three of Kon Knueppel, LaMelo Ball, and Brandon Miller are on the floor.
LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16
Hornets’ LaMelo Ball had too much fun sticking dagger after dagger into Lakers
The Charlotte Hornets have been on the West Coast this week, and even though their trip didn’t start off the way they wanted it to, it sure did get better.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / January 16
Recap/Analysis: All the stars shine as Hornets defeat Lakers 
LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges, and Kon Knueppel all played at their best to lead the Charlotte Hornets to a win over the Lakers. It was not an ideal start to the game.
The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise
It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.
LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16
Hornets rumors: The guard not named LaMelo Ball whose trade buzz is getting louder
The market for talented yet flawed point guards is busier than ever, even after the Atlanta Hawks decided to end the Trae Young era on a whimper and trade him for spare parts in CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
LaMelo Ball News / Field Level Media / January 16
Lakers keep stumbling, fall to LaMelo Ball, Hornets at home
LaMelo Ball scored 30 points with 11 assists and Brandon Miller added 26 points as the visiting Charlotte Hornets earned a 135-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 16
Hornets blowout Lakers behind performances from Ball, Bridges, Miller, and Knueppel
Coming off an extra day of rest after the Charlotte Hornets' loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday, the Hornets would be going across town to take on the Lakers.
LaMelo Ball News / Bleacher Report / January 16
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 15
Score predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Lakers
After falling to the Clippers earlier this week, the Charlotte Hornets are hoping to leave town with a win over the Lakers and a split between the two L.A.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 15
A quiet trade deadline move that could make sense for the Charlotte Hornets
Of the 19 players that Head Coach Charles Lee has given minutes to so far this season, only one ranks in the top sixty in DPM. Daily Plus-Minus, or DPM, is a metric that acts as a smarter plus-minus, but helps filter out the noise.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 15
Latest NBA mock draft sees Charlotte Hornets take massive risk
Once considered pretty close to the top three in the NBA Draft, Nate Ament is having a tough year, and he's sliding down draft boards as a result. Could his drop be the Charlotte Hornets' gain?
LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / January 15
Rest-of-Season Fantasy Basketball Rankings January 2026
Rest-of-Season Fantasy Basketball Insider Hacks: Top 150 List By mid-January, fantasy basketball becomes less about projections and more about reality.
LeBron James News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 15
Buzzworthy Hornets look to bounce back against LeBron James and the Lakers
The Charlotte Hornets continue their swing through LA Thursday night, visiting the Los Angeles Lakers as the LeBron James-led dynasty tries to steady itself amid a crowded Western Conference.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 14
Charlotte Hornets to retire Dell Curry's number - who could join him in the rafters?
On Wednesday afternoon, the Charlotte Hornets announced that they are going to retire Dell Curry's number 30 in a pregame celebration on March 19th. If you haven't seen it yet, the near 20 minute video the team posted that showed Curry hearing the news for the first time is a must-watch (tissues not included).
Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 14
Kon Knueppel draws Klay Thompson buzz, but Draymond Green sees one key difference
When the Charlotte Hornets took Kon Knueppel fourth overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, most around the league felt like it would be a nice fit, putting him in between stars LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.
Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / January 14
Hornets to retire Dell Curry’s number 30 this spring
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Charlotte Hornets are expected to retire Dell Curry’s number 30 in a ceremony during the March 19th game against the Orlando Magic.
Charlotte Hornets News / Total Apex Sports / January 14
Charlotte Hornets Finally Give Dell Curry His Flowers: No. 30 Headed to the Rafters
If you look up at the ceiling of the Spectrum Center during a Charlotte Hornets game, it’s usually a pretty lonely view. For years, the only jersey hanging there belonged to the late, great Bobby Phills.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14
Hornets retiring Dell Curry’s number
The Charlotte Hornets will retire Dell Curry’s No. 30 jersey on March 19, honoring one of the most accomplished players in franchise history. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the ceremony will take place during Charlotte’s home game against the Orlando Magic (22-18) on Thursday night at 7:00 p.m.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / January 14
Hornets announce jersey retirement for franchise legend
The Hornets will honor one of the franchise's greatest players with a jersey retirement.
Charlotte Hornets News / Sneakers on SI / January 14
Tre Mann's Reebok Sneaker Deal is a Slam Dunk
Earlier this morning, Reebok Basketball announced the signing of Charlotte Hornets point guard Tre Mann. The multi-year sneaker deal is a win-win for the two partners.
Charlotte Hornets News / EssentiallySports / January 14
Collin Sexton Bats for Kon Knueppel’s Rookie of the Year Case, Praises LaMelo Ball’s Attitude and More (Exclusive)
As they took turns taking shots, Collin Sexton and LaMelo Ball showcased both the joy and competitive spirit that have made their dynamic work so well.
LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / January 12
Notable update emerges about LaMelo Ball’s future
The question of LaMelo Ball’s future may have to wait several more months before being litigated. The Charlotte Hornets star point guard Ball is expected to remain with the team through the end of the 2025-26 season, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Monday.
Grant Williams News / Hoops Rumors / January 9
Grant Williams Expected To Make Season Debut Saturday
Grant Williams is expected to make his season debut tomorrow at Utah, according to the Hornets (Twitter link), who have officially listed the 27-year-old as probable to suit up against the Jazz.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 7
Immanuel Quickley's game-winner helps Raptors overcome poor shooting performance
On a night where they missed 19 consecutive three-pointers, the Toronto Raptors made the one that counted the most.
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