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On YouTubeCharlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 10
No Spencer Dinwiddie, Pat Connaughton in Thursday night's loss raises questions
Coming into the 2025 offseason, one thing was extremely clear about the Charlotte Hornets: the team needed veterans. Last season, they had two in Taj Gibson and Seth Curry.
Moussa Diabate News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 10
Stock up, stock down: Moussa Diabate, Defense, and Ball Security
The Oklahoma City once again took care of the Charlotte Hornets, securing a two-game "sweep" of the Bugs in the preseason. As always, there was a little bit of good and bad, and we'll highlight some of those after each game with our stock up, stock down series throughout the course of the season.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 10
Thunder offense too much at times, Hornets fall again to the reigning champions
After a tough loss on Sunday evening in Charleston, the Charlotte Hornets were looking for revenge against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night in Oklahoma City.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 9
Takeaways from the Charlotte Hornets' second-straight preseason loss to Oklahoma City
The Charlotte Hornets fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder in preseason action on Thursday night, running their scrimmage record to 0-2 against the defending champs.
The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise
The draft is a huge key to building a team. Sometimes, picks don't work out the way general managers hope, but sometimes, they can change the fate of your franchise's next decade or two.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 9
3 things to watch in the Charlotte Hornets' preseason trip to Oklahoma City
The Charlotte Hornets and the Oklahoma City Thunder square off on Thursday night in another battle between the two most recent NBA Champions (you know what I mean).
LaMelo Ball News / Sneakers on SI / October 9
LaMelo Ball's 5th PUMA Basketball Shoe Gets a 'Voltage' Colorway
Earlier this summer, Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball unveiled his fifth signature PUMA basketball shoe during the NBA Summer League. Ball strolled past the court in his all-pink attire and matching kicks like a rock star.
Bill Simmons News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 9
Bill Simmons believes Hornets could be a surprise: 'They're too competent to tank'
There is a lot of optimism around the Hornets in Charlotte this season. LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller are back fully healthy after being ruled out early in the year last season, and now they have another dynamic piece joining them in the backcourt in Kon Knueppel.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 9
Here's how the Hornets' rookies graded out in the preseason opener
For the preseason opener, the Charlotte Hornets got the unenviable task of taking on the defending champion, Oklahoma City Thunder. As far as report cards go, the class of 2025 would be proud to show their grades to their parents when they got home.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 9
Hornets' guard Tre Mann gets massive praise from his former coach Mark Daigneault
After spending three unfruitful seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder to start his career, Tre Mann joined the Charlotte Hornets midway through the 2023-24 season via trade as part of the Gordon Hayward deal.
Kon Knueppel News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 9
Kon Knueppel delivered in Charlotte Hornets preseason debut
Kon Knueppel showed all of the intricacies that make his game impactful in the Charlotte Hornets' preseason opener. From jump street, Knueppel was comfortable with the ball in his hands.
Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / October 7
Hornets Rookie Shines in Early Pre-Season Action
After a disappointing 2024–25 season that saw the Charlotte Hornets finish with a 19–63 record, they returned to the court Sunday night, hoping for a fresh start.
Washington State Cougars News / Hoops Rumors / October 7
Hornets waive son of Basketball Hall of Famer
He was added to the camp roster last week after the team signed and waived him earlier in September.
Charles Lee News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 7
Charles Lee makes it clear he’s not committed to a starting lineup yet
The Charlotte Hornets played their first preseason game on Sunday, which gave Hornets fans the chance to see one version of a potential starting lineup for their squad.
Moussa Diabate News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 7
Can Moussa Diabate be Charlotte's long-term answer at center?
The odds have been stacked against Moussa Diabate for the majority of his NBA career. The Frenchman entered the NBA Draft after playing one season at the University of Michicgan and was selected in the second round by the Los Angeles Clippers.
Liam McNeeley News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 6
What we learned from Liam McNeeley’s NBA debut with the Hornets
A 135-114 loss typically does not come with many positives, especially to a team benching their entire top six. It's what happened last night in Charleston, South Carolina.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 6
Stock Up, Stock Down: Moussa Takes Charge, Knueppel Flashes, Defensive Woes + More
After months of dreadful waiting, Charlotte Hornets basketball has returned. The team faced off against the reigning NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 6
Charles Lee reveals the one thing that stood out in Kon Knueppel’s Hornets debut
Kon Knueppel continues to make the Charlotte Hornets look smart for selecting him at No. 4 overall in the 2025 NBA draft. Following up his stellar summer league, Knueppel led the Hornets in scoring on Sunday in their first preseason game, a 135-114 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Kon Knueppel News / NBA Draft on SI / October 5
Rookie Kon Knueppel Leads Hornets in Preseason Opener
Kon Knueppel has checked off yet another box. The Hornets rookie, selected at No. 4 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, officially made his preseason debut on Sunday.
LaMelo Ball News / Ball Exclusives / October 2
LaVar Ball responds to rumors of him coaching Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets recently fired James Borrego after failing to make the playoffs in two straight seasons. All-star point guard LaMelo Ball appears to be squarely the focus for the Hornets’ next coach, which prompted speculation his outspoken father could be a potential candidate.
Seth Curry News / Hoops Rumors / September 30
Seth Curry to join brother on Warriors on a one-year contract
Seth Curry is joining forces with his Hall of Fame-bound brother Stephen Curry. He has agreed to a one-year contract with the Golden State Warriors, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 30
Oh, brother! Warriors reuniting Currys in the backcourt
Splash Brothers who are biological brothers should be one of the more fun sibling combinations in NBA history.
Nick Smith Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 30
Have Lakers unearthed another under-the-radar gem?
The Lakers may have found their next development project in a former first-round pick who recently joined the franchise on a two-way contract.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / September 29
Three big questions Hornets must answer heading into 2025-26 season
Injuries derailed Charles Lee's first year as Hornets head coach.
LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26
Interesting update emerges on LaMelo Ball’s future
Time may be ticking on LaMelo Ball’s run in Charlotte. The Charlotte Hornets will not hesitate to trade LaMelo Ball if his tenure with the team continues to go south, Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo!
Nick Smith Jr. News / Hoops Rumors / September 25
Hornets to waive former first-round pick
Smith, 21, was the No. 27 overall pick in the 2023 draft. On the surface, him being waived is a touch surprising.
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