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Al Horford News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 3
NBA Free Agency: Why Al Horford makes perfect sense for the Charlotte Hornets
Heading into the off-season, the Charlotte Hornets will be in search of a new veteran presence in the locker room, assuming Taj Gibson does not return.
Charlotte Hornets NBA Draft Big Board 3.0: Pre-lottery edition
In nine days the Charlotte Hornets will learn their NBA Draft fate. The 2025 NBA Draft lottery has become the single most important date on the calendar
Predicting Jusuf Nurkić's future with the Charlotte Hornets
For several years, the Charlotte Hornets had difficulties finding a solution at the center position. During the 2024-25 season, they had a good problem on their hands with three reliable options at the position in Mark Williams, Jusuf Nurkić, and Moussa Diabate.
The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz
How many of the 29 NBA players to haul in at least 20 rebounds in two or more playoff games in the Three-Point Era can you name in five minutes?
Looking back at the last 10 Hornets' first-round picks
The Charlotte Hornets have had 10 first round draft selections dating back to 2017, and only five still remain with the squad. As the 2025 NBA Draft approaches, it's time to look back on how each of those draft picks did.
Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?
Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.
Charles Lee News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 2
Charles Lee's defensive framework shines despite Charlotte's disappointing campaign
Before the team's overall level of health took a turn for the worse, the Charlotte Hornets were playing some decent basketball. Led by head coach Charles Lee's defensive mind, the Hornets were humming on that end of the floor, flirting with a top 15-20 defense in the Association through much of December.
The NBA draft prospect that best fits the Hornets, not named Cooper Flagg
Due to the Charlotte Hornets being overdue to win the NBA draft lottery and the wreck that these past three seasons have been, in some ways, it feels like the Hornets have the No.
Charlotte's path to improvement in a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
The Milwaukee Bucks are a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade request away from falling into the dregs of the league with the Charlotte Hornets of the world. Milwaukee is capped-out, asset-poor, talent-bereft, and held together by Giannis' ability to run through NBA defenses like the Terminator.
Jeff Peterson News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 1
Grading Jeff Peterson's chaotic first season as Charlotte Hornets GM
As Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson's first season wraps up, it's time to take a look back on how he did. Peterson's squad went 19-63, which is not one that would normally show a lot of promise or positives.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1
Hornets' Mark Williams throws shade at Lakers after their playoff exit
Williams was acquired by the Lakers from the Hornets at the trade deadline for Dalton Knecht. Then, in a strange turn of events, the trade was rescinded due to a failed physical by the Lakers on Williams.
Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / April 30
Evaluating the Hornets’ Center Performance: 2024-25 Grades
In the 2024–25 season, the Charlotte Hornets boasted one of the most promising young center rotations in the NBA. With Nick Richards and Mark Williams anchoring the paint, the Hornets had two athletic bigs who meshed well with LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 30
106 NBA prospects declare for the 2025 draft
In a few weeks, the Charlotte Hornets will select three players (barring a trade) in the 2025 NBA Draft. They have two early second-round picks and a lottery selection that will at minimum be top seven.
LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 30
Is next year make-or-break for LaMelo Ball with the Charlotte Hornets?
At some point, the Charlotte Hornets are going to have to take the next step in their rebuild. They've been accumulating assets for arguably five years now, and it's gotten them nowhere so far.
Tre Mann News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 30
Tre Mann is back on the court which is a great sign for the Charlotte Hornets
Although the 2024-2025 NBA regular season came to a close earlier this month, two Hornets players have already started the process of preparing for next season.
Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / April 30
Key dates for the Hornets 2025 offseason 
The NBA Playoffs in full swing, and as per usual, they don’t feature the Charlotte Hornets in any capacity. That being the case, it’s hard to find reasons to think about the Hornets or things to look forward to.
Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Former Hornets star says Kemba Walker had superstitious approach
When people in Charlotte talk about Kemba Walker, they all say he was a game-changer for the Hornets franchise. Walker wasn’t just the best player in franchise history; he was the heart and soul of their team.
Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / April 28
Hornets Power Forward Grades: Bridges, Williams, Salaün Evaluated
The Charlotte Hornets invested significantly in the power forward position this past summer. In the 2024 NBA Draft, they selected Tidjane Salaün with the sixth overall pick.
LaMelo Ball News / Hardwood Heroics / April 25
Charlotte Hornets Shouldn’t Trade LaMelo Ball and Shop 1 Surprising Player, Per Analyst
Nobody knows what the Charlotte Hornets plan to do with their roster in their chase for NBA glory. Another disappointing season has fans and analysts alike openly wondering if the Hornets has any chance of transforming the team into a squad that can contend for the Larry O’Brien trophy.
LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / April 24
LaMelo Ball likely to request trade in latest NBA rumors
LaMelo Ball's future is up in the air going into next season. According to Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report, LaMelo Ball will likely request a trade from the Charlotte Hornets this offseason.
Rex Chapman News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Rex Chapman’s son Zeke carves out his own path with the Charlotte Hornets
When Rex Chapman became the Charlotte Hornets’ very first draft pick in 1988, he was more than a sharpshooter—he was a symbol of a franchise’s beginning.
Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / April 22
Charlotte Hornets SG Report Card: Evaluating the 2024–25 Rotation
Heading into the 2024-25 season, the Charlotte Hornets’ shooting guard rotation looked like one of the team’s most balanced units. The front office splashed by acquiring Josh Green in the blockbuster deal that sent Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 25
Four lottery-bound teams trending in opposite directions as NBA Draft approaches
While some NBA teams are entering the offseason with clear momentum and direction, other teams appear headed in a much less desirable direction.
LaMelo Ball News / Yardbarker / April 15
LaMelo Ball's honeymoon period with Hornets is over
During his five-year NBA career, Ball hasn't been criticized for failing to guide the Hornets to the playoffs — at least not as much as other top-three picks.
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