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Hornets star LaMelo Ball exits game vs. Raptors with injury

Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball was unable to finish Friday’s game at Toronto, having been ruled out in the second half with left ankle soreness.

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Recap/Analysis: The Hornets are Raptors killers

The Charlotte Hornets came from behind to beat the Toronto Raptors for the second time in less than a week, this time convincingly. Both teams got exactly one possession before the game was delayed about 20 minutes because some strobe lights couldn’t stop strobing.

Kon Knueppel News / Field Level Media / December 5

Kon Knueppel scores 21 as Hornets dump Raptors

Rookie Kon Knueppel had 21 points and seven assists Friday night and the visiting Charlotte Hornets defeated the Toronto Raptors 111-86. Tidjane Salaun added a career-best 21 points -- 13 in the fourth quarter -- and Miles Bridges had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Hornets, who completed a 1-2 road trip.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 5

Hornets take down Raptors for second-time this season, get win no. 7 on the year

After two straight disappointing losses, the Charlotte Hornets were set to match up with the 15-8 Toronto Raptors who were coming off losses in 3 of their last 4.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Hornets Announce LaMelo Ball News After Leaving Raptors Game

The Charlotte Hornets still seem far from contending for the NBA playoffs, entering Friday’s game against the Toronto Raptors with a 6–16 record. After making multiple moves in the offseason, it has not translated into team success and there have not been many bright spots.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 5

Why Was Hornets vs Raptors Game Delayed in the First Quarter?

Something was off tonight in the Charlotte Hornets vs the Toronto Raptors game in Scotiabank Arena tonight, and it caught attention immediately. What was supposed to be a clash between LaMelo Ball and Scottie Barnes’ squads ended up being heavily delayed.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 5

Score predictions for Charlotte Hornets at Toronto Raptors

With the season series tied at a game a piece, the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors are set for the rubber match tonight in Scotia Bank Arena.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 5

Hornets could actually compete with best trade packages for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Despite public pushback from Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers, Giannis Antetokounmpo's days as a Buck appear numbered. ESPN's Shams Charania reported this week that Giannis and his agent have begun discussions with Milwaukee's front office about a potential departure.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 5

Former Hornets legend opens up on Kon Knueppel's rise, LaMelo Ball rumors

Alonzo Mourning may be better known for his time with the Miami Heat, but he's one of the most talented players to ever wear the teal and purple of the Charlotte Hornets.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 5

Charlotte Hornets try to replicate miracle in Toronto against the Raptors

It turned out to be an unexpectedly memorable matchup when the Charlotte Hornets last met the Toronto Raptors on November 29th at Spectrum Center. Admittedly, not for the first three quarters, when it seemed like the highly favored Raptors would take home an easy win.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 4

The one silver lining amid another brutal Charlotte Hornets season

The Charlotte Hornets are 6-16, and they face an absolutely brutal schedule in December. This season is likely already over, but by the time 2026 rolls around, fans may be looking forward to October and a new season.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

Alonzo Mourning is all of us when it comes to LaMelo Ball trade rumors from the Hornets

The 2025 season has been awful for the Charlotte Hornets. They are 6-16 and do not have much hope of turning things around this season. The rough start has led to a lot of trade speculation about LaMelo Ball and who might be interested in trading for him.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 4

3 positive takeaways for Hornets after loss To Knicks at Madison Square Garden

The road's been unkind to the Charlotte Hornets this season; they've only won one game away from home in eleven tries. Wednesday night was the latest defeat on foreign soil for the Bugs, as they fell 119-104 to the New York Knicks.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 4

December Record Prediction: Hornets face a brutal schedule before the new year

Christmas might be right around the corner, but there will be no gifts for the Charlotte Hornets in the upcoming weeks. They could certainly use them, currently sitting on a 6-15 record.

Josh Green News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 4

Which Hornets player's minutes will suffer when Josh Green returns?

Heading into this season, the Charlotte Hornets were hoping to be contending for a playoff spot. At the very least, the play-in seemed to be within reach for the first time in half a decade.

LaMelo Ball News / At The Hive / December 4

Recap/Analysis: Hornets lose to Knicks despite LaMelo Ball’s heroics

LaMelo Ball had one of his best games of the season and a near triple double, but he didn’t get enough help as the Hornets lost to the Knicks. The Hornets played one of the worst first quarters I’ve seen in quite a while.

LaMelo Ball News / Bleacher Report / December 3

Watch: LaMelo was screaming for the ball again

Miles Bridges News / Fadeaway World / December 2

Hornets To Revisit Miles Bridges Trade Talks Amid $25M Contract Hurdle

The Hornets are preparing to be active once again this trade season, and this time Miles Bridges is expected to be at the center of their discussions. According to Evan Sidery, Charlotte plans to explore potential deals for the forward after nearly moving him at last year’s deadline.

Charles Lee News / thePeachBasket / December 2

Stay Calm, Hornets Fans—Charles Lee Has a Plan

When the Charlotte Hornets hired Charles Lee, expectations were sky-high. Fresh off a championship run as an assistant with the Boston Celtics, Lee’s blend of offensive creativity and defensive discipline was billed as the perfect fit for a franchise desperate for direction.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 2