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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.

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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.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 25

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 / At The Hive / August 1

Hornets summer league grades: KJ Simpson

KJ Simpson spent all of last season on a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets after being selected in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. While he struggled with his shot more often that not, he generally played a solid style of basketball.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 21

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.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 21

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 9

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

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

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

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 / April 6

Charlotte Hornets rookie KJ Simpson is figuring out life in the NBA

Nothing comes easy for young players in the National Basketball Association. Especially not for 22-year-old, 6 foot flat, second round pick point guards who are projected to spend most, if not all, of their rookie season getting their feet wet in the G-League.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 4

Hornets guard KJ Simpson quotes Jalen Hurts, asserts confidence in NBA future

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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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