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Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic: Prediction, Preview, Odds

The Hornets vs Magic game on Thursday carries serious stakes for both sides. On the back of one of their most impressive performances of the season in 136-106 demolition that sent the home crowd into a frenzy.

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Charlotte Hornets Still Have NBA's Best Lineup, But There's Bad News

Once the Charlotte Hornets figured out their five-man starting lineup, they really took off. After January 1, the unit of LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel, Miles Bridges, and Moussa Diabaté became the most effective unit in the league by net rating.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 19

Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic

The Charlotte Hornets continue their critical late-season homestand as they host the Orlando Magic tonight at Spectrum Center. Orlando holds the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference and sits 3.5 games ahead of Charlotte in the current postseason race.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 19

How to Watch Thursday March Madness Games Through a Charlotte Hornets Lens

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Not only are the Charlotte Hornets in a hotly contested playoff race, they also own two first round picks in a loaded class of prospects who will tip-off their NCAA Tournament runs on Thursday and Friday.

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 19

Why Dell Curry Says His Jersey Retirement is About More Than Just Playing

Tonight, a No. 30 jersey will be raised to the rafters of Spectrum Center, honoring Dell Curry, who will become just the second player to have his jersey retired by the Charlotte Hornets, joining Bobby Phills' No.

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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.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 19

Game Preview: Orlando Magic at Charlotte Hornets

In just a couple of hours, the Charlotte Hornets are going to tip of their second "Most Important Game of the Season," of the week. After blitzing the

LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 19

LaMelo Ball is Being Slept On, Eric Collins Rightfully Claims

For years, the Charlotte Hornets seemingly revolved around LaMelo Ball. This is not at all surprising. He's a star and an uber-famous athlete, so it makes sense that a team mostly devoid of talent has just one noteworthy player.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 18

Thriving Hornets look to knock off Magic

The growing momentum is something the Charlotte Hornets are thriving on and they understand this is a make-or-break stretch to the season. The hot Hornets will be in action Thursday night when the Orlando Magic visit Charlotte.

Charles Lee News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 18

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.

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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.

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The '30-point, 10-assist game leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most 30-point, 10-assist games for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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!

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Tyler Herro 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.

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 / 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.