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On YouTubeCharlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 10
Ticking clock: Hornets must make a call on Josh Okogie by the end of the month
It's that time of year when the business aspect of sports comes into play, which leads to decisions that can be hard to make or decide about. One decision the Hornets will have to make this summer will be about the future of Josh Okogie, whose contract isn't fully guaranteed for the 2025-2026 season.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 15
Two of the newest Hornets could be floated around in trade talks this summer
During the 2024-25 season, the Charlotte Hornets made a pair of trades with the Phoenix Suns, landing them guard/wing Josh Okogie and center Jusuf Nurkic, in addition to draft capital.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 21
Josh Okogie believes the Hornets' young core is among the best in the NBA
During exit interviews, one Hornets player went out of his way to recognize some of the team's top young talent. Veteran guard Josh Okogie showed some love to the team’s core group of players, highlighting their versatility.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 20
Analyzing Josh Okogie's abbreviated season with the Charlotte Hornets
It didn't take long for Josh Okogie to be come a favorite of Charlotte Hornets fans. The relentless swingman was acquired from the Phoenix Suns on January 15th and quickly endeared himself to Charlotte's most faithful supporters.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 25
Hornets reveal positive injury update ahead of matchup with Magic
Just an hour before the Charlotte Hornets' home game against the Orlando Magic, the team announced that veteran forward Josh Okogie had been upgraded from questionable to available.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 18
Progress is being made! Josh Okogie assigned to Greensboro for a rehab assignment
Help is on the way! The Charlotte Hornets have assigned forward Josh Okogie to the Greensboro Swarm for a rehab assignment, per the team. The team also transferred two-way guard Damian Baugh back to the G League after Tuesday's practice.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / February 1
Hornets' Josh Okogie out at least three weeks with hamstring strain
Hornets wing Josh Okogie has been diagnosed with a hamstring strain.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 31
Hornets looking for unique ways to replace LaMelo Ball's production
The Hornets are seeking “creative” answers to their rotation with star guard LaMelo Ball out with an ankle injury, according to The Charlotte Observer’s Alex Zietlow.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 28
Josh Okogie proves his worth: Should he be in the Hornets' plans?
It took him a little while to get acclimated, but Josh Okogie has arrived. The Charlotte Hornets added him to help match salaries with the Phoenix Suns when they traded Nick Richards and initially were reportedly looking at flipping him.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 27
Veteran guard Josh Green praises recent addition to Hornets' roster
Josh Okogie was part of the return from the Nick Richards trade. The Charlotte Hornets were expected to look into flipping him to net even more assets.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 27
NBA Notes: Hornets, Josh Okogie, Sixers, Warriors, Steph Curry
Since Phoenix acquired Nick Richards from Charlotte earlier this month, the focus has largely been on the big man’s impact in the desert. However, the trade has also benefited the Hornets, with veteran swingman Josh Okogie emerging as a valuable contributor.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 25
Josh Okogie notches his first double-double in Charlotte as trade rumors swirl
It didn't take long for Josh Okogie to live up to his billing. When the Charlotte Hornets traded for Okogie they acquired a dogged defender with a penchant for crashing the glass on both ends of the floor.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 20
Hornets could flip recent trade acquisition into more assets
The Charlotte Hornets just got Josh Okogie back as the primary return for Nick Richards. According to a new report, he might not be a member of the Hornets for very long.
Charlotte Hornets News / Fadeaway World / January 19
Charlotte Hornets Planning Another Trade Using Josh Okogie's $8.3 Million Salary
The Charlotte Hornets recently made a move by trading big man Nick Richards and a second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns, getting Josh Okogie and three second-round picks in return.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 18
Evaluating where Josh Okogie fits into Hornets' rotation
The Charlotte Hornets acquired Josh Okogie and second-round picks from the Phoenix Suns in a trade that sent Nick Richards to Phoenix. Okogie was mostly used in the deal as a facilitator for the Suns to land Richards, but Okogie should have a role with the Hornets.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 18
Charles Lee explains what the Hornets are getting in newly acquired Josh Okogie
Earlier this week, the Charlotte Hornets made their first trade of the season, sending center Nick Richards and a future second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for veteran guard Josh Okogie and three second-round picks.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 15
Hornets’ Jeff Peterson After Trading For Josh Okogie: ‘We’re Listening To Everything’
The Hornets acquired forward Josh Okogie in a trade with the Suns on Wednesday and they may not be done. At least, not if you listen to president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson, who sent center Nick Richards to Phoenix as part of the deal.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / January 15
Josh Okogie Sends Out Post On X After Suns-Hornets Trade
On Wednesday, the Phoenix Suns made a trade with the Charlotte Hornets to land Nick Richards. In the deal, they sent the Hornets Josh Okogie. Via Suns.com: "PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns today acquired center Nick Richards from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for guard/forward Josh Okogie.
Phoenix Suns News / Yardbarker / October 2
What to expect from the Phoenix Suns in 2024-25 after lackluster offseason
Without making a major trade over the summer, can the Suns make a Finals run, or was last year’s postseason a precursor of things to come in 2024-25?
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 24
Three superior free agents the Warriors should have signed
The Golden State Warriors might have been able to pull off a sharper offseason with a few different moves.
Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / July 11
Suns, Josh Okogie Agree To Two-Year Contract
The Phoenix Suns and guard Josh Okogie have agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract that will keep Okogie with the organization, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / July 11
Suns re-signing reserve wing to two-year contract
The 25-year-old arrived in Phoenix in the 2022 offseason as a free agent after spending his first four pro seasons with the Timberwolves. Minnesota initially selected him with the No. 20 pick out of Georgia Tech in the 2018 draft.
Phoenix Suns News / Fastbreak on SI / June 29
Key Phoenix Suns Player Will Reportedly Enter Free Agency
Josh Okogie is coming off his second season playing for the Phoenix Suns. The former Georgia Tech star finished the year with averages of 4.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists per contest while shooting 41.7% from the field and 30.9% from the three-point range in 60 games (11 starts).
Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / June 28
Suns roster flaws made clear with guard's option decision
The Phoenix Suns barely have enough players under contract to field a starting lineup and have no cap space for the summer.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 26, 2024
Miles Bridges drawing trade interest from Western Conference contender
It appears Suns GM James Jones has a few more moves up his sleeve to shore up the roster.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / December 30, 2023
Phoenix Suns anticipate Josh Okogie’s return on NYE
The Phoenix Suns have upgraded Josh Okogie to probable for their matchup against the Orlando Magic on New Years Eve. Okogie has missed six games over the past few weeks due to a right ankle injury.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 14, 2023
NBA best bets: Wiesguy's two picks and a prop for Valentine's Day
Tuesdays are always a little quiet in the Association. There are just five games tonight but three good ones, maybe two because Phoenix is not quite whole yet. Here is where to place your bets.
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