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All of the numbers point to the Charlotte Hornets being a borderline elite basketball team. Since LaMelo Ball returned to the lineup on December 18th and the Hornets have had their core of Ball, Brandon Miller, and Kon Knueppel available for the majority of games, Charlotte has the seventh best net rating in the NBA (+5.9).

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 26

Sixers Visit Charlotte as Hornets Look to Keep Win Streak Rolling

The Charlotte Hornets are quietly playing their best basketball of the season. After back-to-back wins over Orlando and Washington last week, Charlotte enters Monday's matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers having won two straight and showing some real signs of continuity.

LaMelo Ball News / Sneakers on SI / January 26

LaMelo Ball's PUMA Shoes Get Fast & Furious Collaboration

Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball's partnership with PUMA has remained one of the most exciting sneaker lines to follow in the NBA. That continues today as PUMA Basketball announced an electrifying collaboration inspired by Universal Pictures' iconic Fast & Furious franchise, launching a collection that's all speed, no brakes.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Hardwood Heroics / January 25

'Kon Knueppel Is Flat Out Balling': Charles Barkley Isn’t Sleeping on Hornets’ Rising Star

A few days ago, Charles Barkley complained about working only four times in three months at ESPN as part of the ‘Inside the NBA’ crew. However, it is what it is and the show returned to ESPN on Saturday after a lengthy hiatus.

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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.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 24

Hornets send Wizards to ninth straight setback

Brandon Miller scored 21 points, LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges both racked up 20 points and the Charlotte Hornets hit 52.6% of their shots from the field in a 119-115 victory against the visiting Washington Wizards on Saturday afternoon.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 23

Hornets blow-out Magic on second night of back-to-back behind Ball, Miller, Sexton

Coming off a disappointing loss where they scored less than 90 points, the Charlotte Hornets were back in action for their tenth back-to-back of the season, taking on Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / At The Hive / January 23

Recap/Analysis: Hornets annihilate the Magic in Orlando

The Charlotte Hornets made amends for their lackluster performance the night prior by dominating the Orlando Magic from start to finish. What a difference a day makes.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 22

Hornets reveal game status for LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller ahead of matchup with Magic

Charlotte Hornets fans can now breath a sigh of relief as they will not be shorthanded for tonight's at Orlando. The team's injury report grew this morning following Wednesday's loss against Cleveland and ahead of the second night of a back-to-back after a day of travel.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 22

Edwin’s Journal: The most Lakers week ever

This recent week of Lakers basketball was so dramatic that it makes HBO’s show “Winning Time” look like a reality TV show. On the court, we had bad losses like falling to the Hornets in a game they made LaMelo Ball look like prime Steph Curry, allowing him to hit nine 3-pointers.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 22

Magic return home with Knueppel, Ball waiting

After a weeklong tour to Europe and back, the Orlando Magic return home to a Hornets nest greeting them at the front door. The 23-19 Orlando Magic host the 16-28 Charlotte Hornets tonight with Charlotte rookie Kon Knueppel surging as one of the league's newest premier 3pt shooters on the block.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 22

Score predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic

The Charlotte Hornets came up short at home against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, ultimately losing the game 94-87 after trailing throughout and quickly abandoning their plan to keep LaMelo Ball on the bench in the first quarter.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 22

Hornets face a rested Magic as back-to-back rolls into Orlando

The Charlotte Hornets head to Florida on Thursday night for a quick turnaround matchup with the Orlando Magic, closing out a back-to-back after hosting Cleveland last night at home in Charlotte.

LaMelo Ball News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

Hornets Star LaMelo Ball Earns Praise for His Impact Beyond the Box Score

The Charlotte Hornets might be struggling at the moment in the league. But their star player, LaMelo Ball, is playing some exquisite basketball. Till now, the 24-year-old star has been averaging 19.4 points, five rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 22

Cleveland Cavaliers Hold Off Charlotte Hornets In 94-87 Win

There is an old saying in the NBA: “A win is a win.” It’s the cliché coaches mumble during press conferences when they know their team played like garbage but still managed to escape with a ‘W.’ That is exactly what the Cleveland Cavaliers did in Charlotte.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / January 20

LaMelo Ball’s fantasy value dips as Rockets cool trade interest amid bench role

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball continues to draw attention across the NBA, but recent reports suggest teams like the Houston Rockets are unlikely to pursue a blockbuster move for the All-Star playmaker.

LaMelo Ball News / Total Pro Sports / January 19

Hornets Bench Loses It After LaMelo Ball Brings the House Down With One Dunk

The Charlotte Hornets were already in full control Sunday night, but LaMelo Ball still gave them one more reason to cheer as he delivered the loudest moment

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 18

LaMelo Ball, Hornets strive to end western trip with win vs. Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets hit a softer spot in their home schedule this weekend that projected as back-to-back wins, but that potential outcome nearly hit a snag Saturday night against the struggling Washington Wizards.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 17

Timberwolves not showing trade interest in Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, Hornets’ LaMelo Ball

The Timberwolves have looked around. They have kicked the tires. They are not kicking them very hard. According to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, Minnesota is highly unlikely to make a splashy move for Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant or Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball, despite weeks of league-wide speculation.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Hornets’ LaMelo Ball had too much fun sticking dagger after dagger into Lakers

The Charlotte Hornets have been on the West Coast this week, and even though their trip didn’t start off the way they wanted it to, it sure did get better.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Hornets rumors: The guard not named LaMelo Ball whose trade buzz is getting louder

The market for talented yet flawed point guards is busier than ever, even after the Atlanta Hawks decided to end the Trae Young era on a whimper and trade him for spare parts in CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.

Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Rest-of-Season Fantasy Basketball Rankings January 2026

Rest-of-Season Fantasy Basketball Insider Hacks: Top 150 List By mid-January, fantasy basketball becomes less about projections and more about reality.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 13

Why Did Clippers Use Clown Masks Against Hornets? Unusual Tactics Against LaMelo Ball Revealed

In October 2024, LaMelo Ball broke the internet after a clown scared the life out of him. And as the Los Angeles Clippers hosted the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, they strategically placed a clown mask on every seat.

Charlotte Hornets News / Larry Brown Sports / January 12

Notable update emerges about LaMelo Ball’s future

The question of LaMelo Ball’s future may have to wait several more months before being litigated. The Charlotte Hornets star point guard Ball is expected to remain with the team through the end of the 2025-26 season, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Monday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 6

Hornets crush Thunder on boards in stunning upset

With the 30-6 Oklahoma City Thunder hosting the Charlotte Hornets, you might have expected a blowout. Just not one with the Hornets on the winning side.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / December 16