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Bill Simmons gushes over Hornets after win over Hawks

The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 133-126 in an exciting contest at the Spectrum Center. Following the game, NBA insider Bill Simmons gave high praise to the Hornets’ ownership, coach Charles Lee, LaMelo Ball, and the entire roster after their win, according to a post by the team account.

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Brandon Miller's leap as a playmaker is spearheading the Charlotte Hornets' growth

Brandon Miller's evolution as a two-way force is happening right before our eyes. The foundation of Miller's burgeoning well-rounded skill set will always be his deadly three-point shot which finally came online in last night's win against the Atlanta Hawks.

LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 19

Why the Hornets' plan to limit LaMelo Ball's minutes doesn't make any sense

It's nights like Thursday that prevent Charlotte Hornets fans from jumping on board with any LaMelo Ball mock trades. When Melo's in the zone, he's one of the most gifted players on Earth.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 19

Win over Hawks reveals why Charlotte Hornets just can't quit on the current core

The Charlotte Hornets don't have many wins this season, which makes it easier to declare that Thursday night's victory over the rival Atlanta Hawks is one of the best wins of the season.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Bill Simmons News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 19

Bill Simmons explains exactly what the Hornets need to reach the next level

If you were unable to watch the Charlotte Hornets game on Thursday night, you missed out. It was the first time in a while that LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and dynamic rookie Kon Knueppel shared the floor, and boy did they put on a show.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / December 19

Recap/Analysis: Hornets put on a show in win over Hawks

Kon Knueppel, LaMelo Ball, and Brandon Miller all put a bunch of highlights on tape to lead the Charlotte Hornets to a win. The Hornets jumped out to an 8-0 lead with some disruptive defense and bouncy offense.

LaMelo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / December 19

LaMelo Ball reportedly has 1 notable trade suitor

LaMelo Ball could be going international (again). The Toronto Raptors checked in on the availability of the Charlotte Hornets star Ball over the summer, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported Thursday.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 18

Hornets Catch Fire From Deep to Spoil Trae Young’s Return 133-126

When LaMelo Ball is feeling it, the energy in the Spectrum Center shifts for the Hornets. You can feel the air leave the lungs of the opposing bench. On Thursday night, that air was sucked out early and often as Ball and the Charlotte Hornets put on a shooting clinic that belonged in a video game, taking down the Atlanta Hawks 133-126.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 18

LaMelo Ball excels in return to lead Hornets past Hawks

LaMelo Ball returned to action and cranked out 28 points and 13 assists with a splendid shooting display as the Charlotte Hornets beat the visiting Atlanta Hawks 133-126 on Thursday night.

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Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18

Hornets’ Brandon Miller dunks all over Vit Krejci in bonkers poster

The Charlottes Hornets shook the building with one impactful moment. Early in the second quarter, Brandon Miller rose and delivered a thunderous poster over Hawks defender Vit Krejci, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 18

Hornets clash with Hawks as superstar returns loom

It won't be the first meeting of the season when the Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks take the Spectrum Center court at circa 7 pm tonight. They already faced each other once on November 23rd, and the Hawks were able to squeak out a 113-110 win back then, overcoming a 28 point-effort from Kon Knueppel.

LaMelo Ball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 18

Predicting the final score between the Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks

The Charlotte Hornets and LaMelo Ball are back in action tonight in Uptown as they get set to host the Atlanta Hawks, who are coming in losers of four of their last six.

LaMelo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18

Insider points out ‘ironic’ LaMelo Ball-Raptors shenanigans after offseason trade check-in

The Charlotte Hornets have been somewhat disappointing so far this season, currently sitting at 8-18 ahead of Thursday evening’s matchup against the Atlanta Hawks.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 18

Bill Simmons proposes a LaMelo Ball–James Harden trade that could benefit both Hornets and Clippers

LaMelo Ball and James Harden are among the biggest stars linked to trade rumors this season. Well, it’s fair to say that their respective team situations make a potential swap increasingly plausible.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 15

NBA Notes: Hornets, Kon Knueppel, Magic, Jalen Suggs, Sixers

The Hornets are not feeling pressure to make major roster moves despite an 8-18 start, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto said Charlotte remains focused on evaluating its young core and believes rookie Kon Knueppel has quickly emerged as a central figure in the franchise’s plans.