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LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 27
Worst Part of LaMelo Ball Trade Has Nothing to do With Actual Hornets Move
In so many ways, the Charlotte Hornets' decision to trade LaMelo Ball is a tough pill to swallow. From an on-court standpoint, the Hornets are certainly going to be worse in 2026-27 because of it.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 27
What Dirk Nowitzki Said to Hannes Steinbach After Being Drafted by the Hornets
Shortly after the Charlotte Hornets selected Washington center Hannes Steinbach with the 14th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, ESPN brought Steinbach to the interview set and showed a video of Dirk Nowitzki to him, congratulating him on being picked.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 27
Dwight Howard Makes Bold Naz Reid Prediction After Hornets–Timberwolves Trade
The city of Charlotte is still in shock after the Hornets decided to surprisingly trade LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, seemingly out of nowhere.
The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Coby White News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 27
Coby White Appears to Dispute Report He Rejected Hornets’ Initial Offer
From the moment the Charlotte Hornets acquired Coby White from the Chicago Bulls, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson has made it very clear that the intention is to keep him in the Queen City for the foreseeable future.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Jaylen Brown News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 27
Don't Expect the Charlotte Hornets to Make a Trade for Jaylen Brown
Shortly after the Charlotte Hornets shipped LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, there was some chatter that Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown could be an option for Jeff Peterson.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 26
Kemba Walker Opens Youth-Focused Multi-Sport Facility in Concord, North Carolina
A man once given the nickname Cardiac Kemba due to his heart-stopping heroics at the University of Connecticut, Kemba Walker is back to breathe life into the 704's youth basketball community.
LaMelo Ball News / Bleacher Report / June 26
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Even Danny Green is ‘a bit confused’ by Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball trade with Hornets
As the NBA world continues to react to the Minnesota Timberwolves’ trade with the Charlotte Hornets for LaMelo Ball, Danny Green is still scratching his head.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 26
Where Do the Charlotte Hornets Go From Here? Laying Out an Offseason Blueprint
So, what happens next? After agreeing to trade LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves and reportedly re-signing Coby White to a three-year deal, the Charlotte Hornets are primed with as much flexibility as any team in the NBA.
Naz Reid News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 26
Hornets Receiving Calls on Naz Reid, but Keeping Him Is the Right Move
Typically, the first few days after the draft, things simmer down, and there's not a whole lot going on roster-wise as teams bring their draft picks into town, get them acclimated, and hold an introductory press conference.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball gets firm defense from Kendrick Perkins after Hornets trade
After the Charlotte Hornets traded LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins came to his defense in the wake of harsh criticism questioning the move.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 27
Hornets Listed Among Top Landing Spots for Jaylen Brown
Buckle up, Hornets fans. The wild summer is just getting started. On Thursday, Jeff Peterson shipped out face of the franchise LaMelo Ball, as well as Josh Green, to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for F Naz Reid, a 2033 first-round pick, three pick swaps, and three future second-round selections.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Where should Ja Morant go amid wild NBA offseason?
If the Grizzlies ultimately decide to move Morant, these two teams would be the best landing spots.
Miles Bridges News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 26
Miles Bridges Generating ‘A Ton of Interest’ on the Trade Market
For the past three to four years, Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges has seen and heard his name in trade rumors at the deadline and in the summer.
LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 26
LaMelo Ball's Lasting Legacy in Charlotte
It has been 2,046 days, or five years and seven months, since the Charlotte Hornets ushered in the LaMelo Ball era of the franchise by selecting him with the No.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / June 26
Hornets Eye Jaylen Brown Trade as Insider Reveals Front Office Plans in LaMelo Ball Exit Fallout
For the Boston Celtics, the Jaylen Brown trade speculation seemed like it might fade after their unsuccessful pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Instead, it has only gathered momentum.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Hornets ditch LaMelo Ball for shockingly small return
Despite a 25-game improvement last season and a play-in victory, the Charlotte Hornets decided that they didn't want to be in the LaMelo Ball business anymore.
Coby White News / Hoops Rumors / June 25
Hornets To Re-Sign Coby White On Three-Year Contract
Shortly after striking a deal to trade guard LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, the Hornets have reached an agreement to bring back free agent guard Coby White, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports (via Twitter) that White will sign a three-year, $74MM contract to remain in Charlotte.
Tosan Evbuomwan News / Hoops Rumors / June 25
Hornets Waiving Tosan Evbuomwan
The Hornets are waiving forward Tosan Evbuomwan, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Evbuomwan, 25, opened last season on a two-way contract with the Knicks.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / June 26
Why Hornets are biggest winner in blockbuster LaMelo Ball trade
The Minnesota Timberwolves got the bigger name, but the Charlotte Hornets are the biggest winner of the blockbuster LaMelo Ball trade.
Charlotte Hornets News / 5 GOATs / June 23
Hannes Steinbach drafted by Charlotte Hornets: Analysis, contract details, more
The Charlotte Hornets have selected Washington power forward Hannes Steinbach No. 14 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. He is now in the NBA after having a standout 2025-26 season with the Huskies.
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