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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 24
Sion James' Path to Becoming a Staple in the Charlotte Hornets' Rotation
Sion James' rookie season has become underrated. There are some clear flaws in his game that we will touch on later, but for the most part, James didn't look like your average 33rd overall pick in his maiden NBA voyage.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 19
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Hornets, Sion James, Mavericks
While the Lakers’ ownership situation continues to resemble an episode of Succession, Luka Doncic is taking care of some team business of his own. Doncic is bringing nearly the entire Lakers roster to his native Slovenia for a five-day team-bonding trip, and ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne offered some new details during an appearance on ESPN LA 710.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 19
Sion James Admits 'It's Different' Without LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges & Josh Green
Sion James got introduced to how the NBA operates pretty quickly in his career. After his first season in the Association, he saw a handful of his teammates get traded, and even more if you go back to the moves Jeff Peterson made at the trade deadline.
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 / Yardbarker / July 9
Hornets' first-round picks have opposite performances in Summer League debuts
Thursday night marked the first game of the NBA Summer League for the Charlotte Hornets, meaning the debuts of their two first-round picks, Christian Anderson and Hannes Steinbach.
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 / July 8
Sion James Says What All Hornets Fans Are Thinking About Stunning Trades
The Charlotte Hornets took their fans, and probably the wider NBA world, by surprise when they traded LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, 40% of the NBA's best five-man unit from last season.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 31
Should the Charlotte Hornets Target a Guard in the 2026 NBA Draft?
The bright lights of the NBA playoffs are quick to expose the flaws of even the most bulletproof teams. Take the Oklahoma City Thunder, the reigning champion, potentially dynastic group that just got beat in a game seven on their home floor due to a lack of shot creation and shot making.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 28
Analyzing Potential Charlotte Hornets NBA Draft Target Morez Johnson Jr
In order for the Charlotte Hornets to make another sizeable leap up the Eastern Conference's hierarchy, they'll need to nail draft night again. Three rookies:
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 10
Is Sion James Related to LeBron James? Examining the Relationship Between Hornets and Lakers Stars
“Sion James, how do you do?” cried the Charlotte Hornets’ announcer after the rookie made a half-court shot against the Detroit Pistons to give his team a 33-29 lead.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 9
Hornets’ Sion James hit wild halfcourt shot at the buzzer despite tight defense
Sion James made an impressive halfcourt shot during the Charlotte Hornets’ matchup against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. James is halfway through the rookie campaign of his NBA career with the Hornets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 22
Hornets bench shines in blowout win over Magic
Just one night after scoring 87 points on national television, the Charlotte Hornets responded with a 124-97 win over the Orlando Magic.
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 / January 2
Charlotte's front court woes, Sion James' two-way brilliance, and more from the Hornets' loss to the Bucks
The Charlotte Hornets and the Milwaukee Bucks playing each other is like your favorite hand-crafted Spotify playlist: bangers only. A Giannis Antetekounmpo dunk with 4.7 seconds on the clock tonight was the final blow in what has been an exciting season series between the two squads who won't face off again until next season.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 16
Why Sion James must be at the center of the Charlotte Hornets' future
Kon Knueppel is the young star that has Charlotte Hornets fans excited about the future (and for good reason), but Knueppel isn't the only rookie who is going to play an integral part in transforming Charlotte into a winner.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / December 5
Hornets star LaMelo Ball exits game vs. Raptors with injury
Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball was unable to finish Friday’s game at Toronto, having been ruled out in the second half with left ankle soreness.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 25
Sion James is ahead of schedule, impacting winning basketball with the Charlotte Hornets
When I scouted Sion James ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, his path to impacting winning was pretty simple: play solid defense, act as a connector on offense, and knock down just enough shots to keep opposing defenses honest.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 22
Are James Harden, Kawhi Leonard Playing Today? Clippers vs Hornets Injury Report, Where To Watch & More (Nov.22)
On one side of Los Angeles, the LA Lakers are thriving with health and an 11-4 record, but the other side is just as dark. The LA Clippers have lost nine of their last 10, desperate to gain some momentum and compete in the cutthroat Western Conference.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 16
Hornets' Kon Knueppel showing there's another Duke rookie star
The 2025 No. 1 pick, Cooper Flagg, got all the hype. But four weeks into the season, Kon Knueppel is putting up better stats and hitting bigger shots than his Duke teammate.
Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / November 8
Miami Heat set franchise record that they never achieved with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade
The Miami Heat team just accomplished something that none of their championship-winning teams ever did. The Miami Heat have had some of the greatest NBA players of all time suiting up in South Beach.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7
Sion James watches brilliant Jaime Jaquez Jr. dunk from the floor
Jaime Jaquez Jr. left Charlotte’s Sion James on the deck before throwing down one of the flashiest dunks of the young season, a play ClutchPoints captured and shared on X that quickly went viral.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 7
NBA Notes: Clippers, Bradley Beal, Hornets, Sion James, Grizzlies
Clippers guard Bradley Beal went back to Phoenix, and Suns fans let him hear it. Law Murray of The Athletic reported Beal was booed in intros, booed every touch and finished with five points on 2-for-14 shooting in 19 minutes.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 5
Hornets' Sion James discussing secret to Kon Knueppel's game is gold for young players
It hasn't taken Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel longs to establish himself in the NBA as the real deal. Through his first seven games, Knueppel is shooting 43.1 percent from three.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 31
How Kon Knueppel, Sion James, and Ryan Kalkbrenner performed in a historic Hornets starting five
For the first time in franchise history, the Charlotte Hornets started three rookies. Although the final result was ugly for the Buzz, the future remains bright with these three in tow.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / October 26
Sion James has been everything the Charlotte Hornets need and more
When the Charlotte Hornets made four selections in the 2025 NBA Draft, three players garnered the majority of the headlines. Kon Knueppel, the highly touted
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 25
Hornets lose key starter in 11th straight loss to 76ers
. They were sent packing with a 125-121 loss at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers, but the final score may not have been the biggest loss of the night for Charlotte.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / September 13, 2025
Why Sion James Should Play a Rotational Role for the Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets are in the midst of a roster reconstruction, seeming to gear up for a potential playoff push after three consecutive seasons under the 30-win threshold.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 10, 2025
Sion James' path to minutes with the Charlotte Hornets starts with locking down the perimeter in Vegas
Sion James is well on his way to becoming a fan favorite in the Queen City. The third of four 2025 NBA draft picks for the Charlotte Hornets, James quickly ingratiated himself into the culture of the city by volunteering for Samaratian's Feet before he was even drafted by the Hornets.
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