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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 27

Three Plays That Define Charles Lee and the Rise of the Charlotte Hornets' Top-Ten Offense

The Charlotte Hornets don't boast a top ten offense in the NBA by accident. LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, and Brandon Miller are the most talented trio the Hornets have employed since the 90s, and the man tasked with shepherding them is doing a masterful job.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 24

Wizards Fourth Quarter Push not Enough to Take Down Hornets

Heading into Saturday's matchup with the Washington Wizards, no team in the NBA has a better net rating since the start of 2026 than the Charlotte Hornets.

Charlotte Hornets News / Bleacher Report / January 17

Watch: Charles Lee went from “NO” to clapping

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 15

A quiet trade deadline move that could make sense for the Charlotte Hornets

Of the 19 players that Head Coach Charles Lee has given minutes to so far this season, only one ranks in the top sixty in DPM. Daily Plus-Minus, or DPM, is a metric that acts as a smarter plus-minus, but helps filter out the noise.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / January 12

Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, coach Charles Lee reportedly not aligned

There may be trouble brewing in Charlotte, and it is not subtle. According to ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins, LaMelo Ball and Charles Lee are not on the same page.

Charlotte Hornets News / Larry Brown Sports / January 10

Report: LaMelo Ball has issues with Hornets coach Charles Lee

LaMelo Ball may quickly be going down the Ja Morant route of discontent. The Charlotte Hornets star Ball has some issues with head coach Charles Lee, according to a claim this week by ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 9

The Charlotte Hornets and their coach have a lot of growing up to do

The Charlotte Hornets are a young team in pretty much every meaningful way. This roster hasn't played a ton together, and it's a young roster overall. They're the seventh-youngest team in the NBA, and that includes Mason Plumlee dragging the average up.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 7

Breaking down the Hornets' starting lineup vs. the Toronto Raptors

The Charlotte Hornets are just moments away from tipping things off against the Toronto Raptors. Brandon Miller will be out for tonight's game, so let's take a look at the first group Charles Lee is throwing out there.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 30

Charles Lee gives the latest update on Hornets star rookie Kon Knueppel

Unlike recent years, the Charlotte Hornets haven't been ravaged with injuries all at once. The injury bug is still very much around; however, this season, it feels like guys are taking turns missing a few games with ankle injuries or what have you.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 29

Charles Lee reveals plan for Hornets in wake of Kon Knueppel injury

One of the worst possible things happened to the Charlotte Hornets in their win over the Orlando Magic. It was a big win, but it came at a heavy cost: Kon Knueppel.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27

Hornets’ Charles Lee celebrates Tidjane Salaun for rounding out his game

Friday night brought bad news for the Charlotte Hornets in the form of an ankle injury to Kon Knueppel, who’s been the most consistently good rookie in the league this season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / December 25

Hornets finding confidence as play-in push takes shape

The Hornets remain on the outside of the Eastern Conference play-in picture, but they no longer look like a team going quietly. Charlotte is 10-20 after Tuesday’s win over Washington and has gone 6-6 over its past 12 games, a stretch that has helped stabilize a season that once felt like it was slipping away.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 23

Breaking down the Hornets' starting lineup vs. the Washington Wizards

It's a quick turnaround for the Charlotte Hornets, who are back at home tonight to take on the divisional rival, the Washington Wizards. A few moments ago, Hornets head coach Charles Lee submitted his starting lineup.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 22

Hornets throw out a new starting lineup with one starter ruled out vs. the Cavaliers

In a few minutes, the Charlotte Hornets will be taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers for the second time in two weeks. Moments ago, head coach Charles Lee submitted his starting lineup, so let's take a look.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 19

Charles Lee raves about LaMelo Ball in his return, dubs him a 'mighty fighter'

LaMelo Ball has been on the court for 17 games this season, but between his ankle issues and Brandon Miller missing time with a shoulder injury, the Hornets' "big three" have only played eight games together this season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 15

Charles Lee shares the latest on LaMelo Ball, Collin Sexton, and Tre Mann

Injuries have been problematic for the Charlotte Hornets this season, and well, really for the last handful of years. For Jeff Peterson to get a true evaluation of this group, he needs them back on the floor sooner rather than later, hopefully in enough time to get a serious read on them ahead of the trade deadline.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 15

What changed as the Hornets flipped the script with a stunning overtime defensive stand

Just a couple of nights ago, the Charlotte Hornets were bullied by the Chicago Bulls in the paint, allowing 80 points of the variety on the night, the majority of which came in the fourth quarter.

Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / December 25

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.

Charlotte Hornets 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.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / November 21

LaMelo Ball, Charles Lee speak out amid trade rumors

Hornets star LaMelo Ball, HC Charles Lee speak out amid trade rumors

A report on Thursday indicated that LaMelo Ball would be open to a trade out of Charlotte.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 11

Hornets head coach Charles Lee talks Ryan Kalkbrenner's eye-popping start

Charlotte Hornets rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner has been one of the NBA’ most pleasant surprises to begin the 2025-26 season. The former Creighton Bluejays center has averaged 9.2 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.3 blocks for the Hornets while averaging 26.6 minutes per game.