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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 17

Score predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors

The Charlotte Hornets continue their west coast swing Saturday evening, taking on Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Can Charles Lee's squad pick up another road win?

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 17

Odds, key players, and how to watch the Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors

The Charlotte Hornets are 2-1 on the current road trip and are now 4-2 in their last six games played away from Spectrum Centers. Could being on the road be a good thing for this team?

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 17

Should the Charlotte Hornets sit out the NBA trade deadline?

In five seasons as a member of the Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo Ball has yet to make the NBA playoffs. Sure, he led the team to a pair of Play-In tournaments in 2021 and 2022.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 17

Ball, Miller, and Knueppel aim for payback against the Warriors

The Charlotte Hornets are, arguably, playing their basketball in years! And it's been a group effort. In the 135-117 win over the Lakers on Thursday, four of the five starters scored 19 or more points, and each of the 12 players that saw the court had a positive plus-minus.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 16

Spotlight on LaMelo Ball, Stephen Curry as Hornets visit Warriors

Two point guards who know how to put on a show will have to share the stage Saturday night when LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets duel Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco.

Collin Sexton News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 16

Western Conference contender reportedly has Collin Sexton on trade list

Collin Sexton was always going to be a highly sought-after trade target. Even when the Charlotte Hornets traded for him, there was an understanding that a roughly $19 million expiring contract guard would be desirable.

Charlotte Hornets News / LWOSports.com / January 16

Buzz City Rising: Unpacking the Charlotte Hornets’ Upset Victories

The Charlotte Hornets, a team that has faced years of rebuilding and injury setbacks, have started to turn heads in the 2025-26 NBA season by securing surprising wins against some of the league’s top-tier teams.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / January 16

Kon Knueppel Continues Solid Rookie Season in Hornets Latest Win

The Charlotte Hornets have been one of the most surprising teams in the NBA over the past 10 games. Charles Lee's team has the most efficient offense in the league during that stretch, as a number of the team's players seem to have found their rythym on that end of the court.

LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 16

LaMelo Ball says the Hornets are in a 'free-flow state' after beating the Lakers

The entertaining brand of basketball continues for the Charlotte Hornets. On Thursday night, they took down Luka, LeBron, and the Los Angeles Lakers with ease, thanks to a 71-point second half.

Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Hornets’ Announcer puts Luka Doncic on blast – ‘This guy is a whiner!’

The Charlotte Hornets went into Southern California and routed the Los Angeles Lakers 135-117, thanks to LaMelo Ball’s signature performance. But one of the highlights of the game came in the broadcast booth, when Hornets announcer Eric Collins critiqued a Lakers’ star after seeing Luka Doncic complaining to the referees.

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.

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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

Watch: LaMelo had Deandre Ayton LOST

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 / 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.

LaMelo Ball, Lauri Markkanen Not Expected To Be Traded?

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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.