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Kendrick Perkins on what he’s hearing about Charlotte Hornets making major trade, ‘it sounds crazy…’

Landing a lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft is expected to pay dividends for the NBA teams involved, including the Charlotte Hornets. After a 19-63 finish in the 2024-25 NBA season, the Charlotte Hornets were awarded the No.

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No trades, no signings: Projecting the Hornets' opening night starting five

With the offseason approaching for the entire NBA, the teams we know as of now will cease to exist, and new starting lineups and bench groups will form.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Kemba Walker's impact in the Charlotte community continues

Hornets legend Kemba Walker is continuing to impact the Charlotte community by giving back to youth in the area. The Kemba Walker Academy is once again hosting a basketball camp for children and teenagers who aspire to gain knowledge in fundamental skill development, teamwork, and confidence-building both on and off the court.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Here’s how the Hornets could reunite Lonzo and LaMelo Ball in Charlotte

Since they have both been in the league, there have been various mock trades putting the Ball brothers together. Lonzo Ball, now with the Chicago Bulls, and LaMelo Ball, always with the Charlotte Hornets, have not played together since high school.

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A player has scored 15 or more points in a single quarter of an NBA Finals game on 36 occasions. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Don’t be shocked if the Hornets trade one of these players on draft night

As of today, the Charlotte Hornets hold the fourth, 33rd, and 34th overall selections in the 2025 NBA draft. Don't expect Jeff Peterson to sit tight and make the scheduled picks.

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20 NBA players who could be traded this offseason

This summer has the chance to be one of the wildest ones in recent memory as some of the biggest names in basketball are on the trade market this offseason.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

If the Hornets keep picks 33 and 34, these are the names you need to know

It feels very unlikely that the Charlotte Hornets will make a selection at 33 *and* 34 in next week's NBA draft. They don't need to add three rookies to an already incredibly young roster and further dilute the bench with players who are unable to make a significant impact next season.

LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

LaVar Ball sends strong message to NBA team about trading for LaMelo

The Charlotte Hornets don't appear to have any interest in trading star point guard LaMelo Ball despite several folks in the national media continuing to urge the organization to ship him to a bigger market/playoff contender.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 16

Here is what Charlotte would likely have to give up to make Karl-Anthony Towns a Hornet

With the New York Knicks exploring avenues to improve or change things in 2025-26, Karl-Anthony Towns could be available by trade. Their blockbuster deal for the center did help them get deep in the playoffs, but he could be going elsewhere.

LaMelo Ball News / Fastbreak on SI / June 15

LaVar Ball Makes Announcement To NBA About LaMelo Ball

LaMelo Ball is one of the most talented players in the NBA. That said, the 23-year-old has been unable to reach the playoffs in each of his first five seasons in the league.

Mark Williams News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Mark Williams is mic’d up, loving hockey while waiting on the Hornets' decision

Rumors and uncertainty regarding the future of Mark Williams don't seem to be impacting his ability to enjoy the offseason, which is a good thing. The constant conversation of where he'll play next season can be tiring, especially for the man who has to live it.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

How far can the Hornets climb on draft night? These teams could make a deal

The overwhelming feeling is that the Charlotte Hornets are going to do whatever they can to move back up into the first round of the draft and sit out day two.

Miles Bridges News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 15

Hornets add attitude, Rockets add firepower in this Miles Bridges mock trade

Yesterday, we kicked around the idea of sending Miles Bridges to the Los Angeles Clippers. Although I still like that mock trade, I think the Charlotte Hornets could get a much better return, and one that aligns better with their timeline to win by striking a deal with the Houston Rockets.

Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Former Charlotte Hornets Ejected After Heated Fight in BIG3 Season Opener

Former NBA stars Dwight Howard and Lance Stephenson were tossed from their BIG3 debuts following a physical altercation during Miami’s 50-44 win over Los Angeles in the 2025 season opener.

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Miles Bridges News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 14

This mock trade is two deals in one — and it sends Miles Bridges to the Clippers

Miles Bridges has had his name tossed around in trade rumors over the last two years, but the team has remained committed to him and even rewarded him with a new three-year deal last summer.

Seth Curry News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 14

Seth Curry faces an uncertain future in Charlotte despite an elite shooting season

Did anyone have Seth Curry leading the NBA in three-point shooting this season? Anyone? Well, if so, you're going to have a lot of folks calling you up asking for lottery numbers in the near future.

LaMelo Ball News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Hornets' Final Decision on LaMelo Ball Top Priority After NBA Draft

The Hornets were bad this year. There’s really no way around it. The defense had issues, the offense was worse, and the most talented player on the roster missed nearly half the season.

Kevin Durant News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 13

Hornets division rival emerges as possible Kevin Durant trade destination

The Charlotte Hornets likely won't have any part in a Kevin Durant trade this summer, unless they are used as a third team to help facilitate a deal, but they still may be impacted by his inevitable move.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 13

NBA writer makes completely unsurprising draft prediction for Hornets

Barring something unforeseen, the Charlotte Hornets will get to choose whichever prospect remains between Ace Bailey and VJ Edgecombe. In all likelihood, one of them is getting picked third after Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper, and the other one is probably going fourth to Charlotte.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 13

Mock trade frenzy: What happens if the Hornets traded every starter

The Charlotte Hornets probably won't do it, but there's a realistic trade out there for every single starter. They won't do most of them, namely the LaMelo Ball or Brandon Miller trades, but they could if they really wanted to overhaul everything and start over.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Hornets Projected to Trade Up in Latest 2025 NBA Mock Draft

The Charlotte Hornets will be looking for every advantage in the 2025 NBA Draft. After finishing with the third-worst record in the league, they snagged the fourth-overall pick but are projected to move up into the top three.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 12

Could Jerami Grant be a name to watch if the Hornets explore trades?

The Charlotte Hornets are entering a crucial offseason with the main focus centered around what they'll do with the fourth overall pick. What they do in other avenues of team-building, however, will determine how much of a step they'll take in 2025-26.

NBA News / The Lead / June 12

The Blazers Must Make Win-Now Trades This Offseason

If the Portland Trail Blazers trade their expiring contracts and high-risk young prospects for win-now players that fit the timeline of their newly developed core, they will not regret it.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 12

Charlotte Hornets projected to make bold trade up for electric guard talent in 2025 NBA Draft

The more things change, the more they stay the same. With just under two weeks to go until the 2025 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets are once again linked with their assumed preferred target: Baylor's VJ Edgecombe.