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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Stiffs / July 11
Summer League Nuggets defeat the Timberwolves 101-82 
The Denver Nuggets came out playing the right way and finished that way too, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 101-82 in Game 2 of the Summer League schedule.
NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / February 18
Nuggets Reportedly Sign Former Hornets Guard
The Denver Nuggets have added a new guard to their roster coming out of the All-Star break. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Nuggets are signing former Charlotte Hornets guard K.J.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 18
KJ Simpson To Join Nuggets On Two-Way Deal
KJ Simpson will sign a two-way contract with the Nuggets, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The 23-year-old point guard was selected by Charlotte with the 42nd pick in the 2024 draft and inked a two-year, two-way deal.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / February 6
Hornets Waive Simpson, Will Sign Evbuomwan To Two-Way Deal
The Hornets have waived guard KJ Simpson, the team announced today (Twitter link). The 42nd overall pick in the 2024 draft, Simpson signed a two-year, two-way contract with Charlotte as a rookie that summer and remained on that deal until today.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 10
KJ Simpson continues to be ready when the Charlotte Hornets call his name
Sitting on a two-way contract, earning a rotation spot in the NBA is an uphill battle for KJ Simpson. He was selected with the 42nd overall pick in 2024 by the Charlotte Hornets, set to sit behind a guard rotation manned by LaMelo Ball, Tre Mann, Nick Smith Jr, and Seth Curry.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12
Charles Lee has high praise for KJ Simpson after loss to Lakers on Monday night
"Oh, extremely confident in KJ," said Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee when asked about the second-year guard after Monday night's disappointing loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 16
Hornets' Spencer Dinwiddie decision is good news for Tre Mann, KJ Simpson
Jeff Peterson and Charles Lee entered the preseason with a trio of questions to answer. Two of them involved the starting lineup, where Kon Knueppel and Collin Sexton, and Ryan Kalkbrenner and Moussa Diabate continue to duke it out for starting roles in the back and front court, respectively.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 8
Looking at KJ Simpson's spot on the Hornets roster this season
"We wish Nick nothing but the best," were the words used by President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson in regards to the Charlotte Hornets' release of Nick Smith Jr.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 25, 2025
KJ Simpson might be the Hornets’ best-kept secret heading into the new season
For those outside of Charlotte, names like LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and even Miles Bridges are who folks think of when discussing the Hornets, and rightfully so.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 21, 2025
Kon Knueppel, KJ Simpson disagree on Summer League Championship MVP award
Kon Knueppel's Summer League ascension with the Charlotte Hornets concluded on Sunday night by helping bring the title to Charlotte for the first time ever.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 21, 2025
KJ Simpson earns incredible praise for Hornets Summer League run
The Charlotte Hornets are, for the first time ever, Summer League champions. They defeated the Sacramento Kings last night to go unbeaten and win their first-ever summer title.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 19, 2025
KJ Simpson's steady play leads Hornets into franchise's first Summer League Finals
KJ Simpson has been nothing short of sublime in the Charlotte Hornets' dominant Summer League campaign. From the opening tip in Vegas, Simpson has been totally in command.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 17, 2025
Could KJ Simpson's rise potentially force Nick Smith Jr. out of Charlotte?
The Charlotte Hornets have made major changes this offseason, reshaping their roster with a focus on the backcourt. But with so many guards in the mix, there simply won’t be room for everyone—and one player who could be in danger is former first-round pick Nick Smith Jr.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 12, 2025
KJ Simpson Drops 21 and Reveals How Kemba Walker Has Helped Unlock His Game
Last night, KJ Simpson was one of the stars of the show in the Charlotte Hornets' win, posting 21 points on 8/15 shooting, including knocking down 4/9 attempts from three.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 8, 2025
Three key storylines to watch as the Hornets enter a highly anticipated Summer League
The Charlotte Hornets 2025 Summer League is approaching quickly, and it may just be one of the most highly anticipated in the team's history. All four of this year's rookies are expected to play, while the Hornets' rookies last year in Tidjane Salaün and KJ Simpson will also take the floor.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 11, 2025
What does KJ Simpson's future look like with the Charlotte Hornets?
With Tre Mann potentially re-signing and LaMelo Ball returning from injury, there are not many questions about the guard position for the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 9, 2025
Jaylen Wells injury update, KJ Simpson apologizes for hard foul in Hornets' loss to Grizzlies
The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Memphis Grizzlies 124-100 Tuesday night, and the biggest positive takeaway for the Hornets is they’re now one loss away from securing the best possible odds (14%) at the number one pick in the draft.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 9, 2025
Miles Bridges vouches for KJ Simpson after scary Jaylen Wells foul
The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Memphis Grizzlies last night, but the biggest story wasn't a win/loss or an individual performance. It was one foul. Jaylen Wells dunked on a fastbreak.
NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 8, 2025
NBA Breaks Silence on Flagrant Foul Ejection in Grizzlies-Hornets
The Memphis Grizzlies wrapped up a three-game road trip on Tuesday night, taking down the Charlotte Hornets 124-100, but a scary injury certainly put a damper on their victorious night.
Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / April 7, 2025
KJ Simpson finds his footing with the Charlotte Hornets
As the Charlotte Hornets’ late-season games wind down, one rookie is making a significant impression. KJ Simpson, a 2024 second-round pick with limited expectations, has proven he can hold his own in the NBA despite the odds stacked against him.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 8, 2025
KJ Simpson shines once again, dropping 32-point performance in G League
Just over a week after a career-best 16-point performance with the Charlotte Hornets, KJ Simpson made a statement in his most recent appearance with the Greensboro Swarm, dropping 32 points, hitting six threes, and grabbing seven rebounds.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / August 27, 2024
KJ Simpson is a Quietly Great Add for Charlotte Hornets
After seeing the return-on-investment of players like LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, Hornets fans were rightfully excited about their sixth overall pick at the 2024 NBA Draft.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / August 16, 2024
Checking in on Charlotte Hornets' 2024 offseason
Here's a look at how the Hornets' offseason has gone so far and what to expect next.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 8, 2024
Hornets, KJ Simpson Agree to Two-Way Contract
Colorado guard KJ Simpson was selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the second round (42nd overall) in the 2024 NBA Draft. Now, the two sides have agreed to a deal.
Charlotte Hornets News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 2, 2024
Buffs in the NBA: Hornets' KJ Simpson to miss entire Summer League
KJ Simpson won't see the court this summer. The former Colorado standout and second-round pick for the Charlotte Hornets suffered a hamstring injury during the pre-draft process.
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