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The Charlotte Hornets entered the 2025 NBA offseason with one clear goal — to turn the page. After years of mediocrity, mismanagement, and mounting losses, the Hornets needed a spark. That spark may have arrived in the form of Kon Knueppel, the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, who just capped off a […]

The Charlotte Hornets are been stuck in mediocrity for years, but the franchise finally appears to have a clear direction and is hoping to change its ways. Kon Knueppel and KJ Simpson are hoping to be big parts of the changes happening in Charlotte over the next few seasons. Behind a strong game from Knueppel, […]

What does it mean to be in the NBA? This is a question many rookies, especially top draft picks like Dylan Harper, VJ Edgecombe, and Kon Knueppel, learn the answer to during NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Over the years, NBA Summer League has blossomed into more than just a scouting event. All 30 […]

The Charlotte Hornets made franchise history in winning their first-ever championship in the NBA Summer League, marking the first time they’ve won a championship of any variety. After years of sub-par seasons and a disappointed fan base, things could be looking up for the Hornets as they foster a new crop of young talent. First-round […]

Former Charlotte Hornets wing Josh Okogie has agreed to a one-year, minimum contract with the Houston Rockets in free agency, league sources told ClutchPoints on Tuesday. Okogie, 26, was recently released by the Hornets on July 15 before his contract for the 2025-26 season was guaranteed. The Hornets had previously pushed back the guaranteed date […]

After more than a few challenging seasons near the bottomUnder new ownership and with a fresh direction, this offseason is the Charlotte Hornets’ prime opportunity to shift trajectory. They can build around their promising young nucleus while adding savvy, impactful pieces. The Hornets have been active in trades, re-signings, and draft selections. However, a single […]

Sometimes you win in Las Vegas, and most of the time, you lose. Inside the Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion, there were a handful of individuals and teams ending up as the biggest winners at NBA Summer League. Aside from the constant trade and free agency roundup many of us participate in during […]

On Sunday evening, the Charlotte Hornets won the NBA Summer League championship with a narrow victory over the Sacramento Kings. Kon Knueppel was named the Summer League championship game MVP for his performance in the contest, which included a three-pointer down the stretch which essentially put the game on ice for the Hornets. Championships of […]

The Charlotte Hornets have not been to the NBA Playoffs in nearly a decade, but at least on Sunday night, they won an NBA Summer League title. It’s not much of an achievement for the franchise, but it’s something clearly enough to warrant players to get championship rings.’ Here’s a look for one of those […]

There won’t be a downtown parade, but the Charlotte Hornets have a championship to be proud of after beating the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Summer League championship game on Sunday night at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Led by rookie guard Kon Knueppel, the Hornets outlasted the Kings via a score of […]

The Charlotte Hornets made history on Sunday after winning their first-ever championship in the NBA Summer League. The Hornets beat the Sacramento Kings, 83-78, in the finals at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. They staved off the furious rally of the Kings, who stormed back from an 11-point deficit in the fourth […]

Things got extra physical between the Charlotte Hornets and the Sacramento Kings in the finals of the NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on Sunday. With less than four minutes remaining in the third quarter, Hornets center James Banks III tried to wiggle out of the tight defense of […]

It’s been an impressive summer league for Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel, who recently suffered an injury scare but has largely looked the part of being the number four overall pick in the draft. Charlotte is desperately hoping that this is the year they will finally take a step forward as a franchise after years […]

The Charlotte Hornets went undefeated through their first four games at NBA Summer League. The Hornets earned a spot in the semifinals easily, squaring off against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a spot in the championship on the line. The Hornets, led by No. 4 pick Kon Knueppel and Jaylen Sims, played a dominant game. […]

The Charlotte Hornets scored big when they acquired Collin Sexton from the Utah Jazz. Even without securing the talents of Chris Paul, the Hornets aren’t complaining.  Consequently, Sexton is ecstatic about this new opportunity and has expressed as much, according to Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer.  “Super grateful for the opportunity. Ready to come […]

Heading into the 2025 NBA offseason, the Charlotte Hornets had a clear mission: put experience and versatility around their young core of LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. For years, Charlotte had danced in the lottery limbo, torn between youth development and an ill-timed playoff push. But this summer felt different – the moves were purposeful, […]

When Paul George left the bright lights of Los Angeles for a shot at a championship in Philadelphia, the move was seen as a serious title play. But in a recent episode of his podcast Podcast P, the nine-time All-Star made headlines not for his outlook on the Philadelphia 76ers, but for a blunt takedown […]

Shooting guard Josh Okogie was officially let go by the Charlotte Hornets just hours before his $7.75 million salary for the 2025-26 season was about to become fully guaranteed, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. The Hornets had previously pushed back the guaranteed date past June 30 to look into possible trade options. President of […]

Following a tough end to the 2024-25 NBA season, Charlotte Hornets All-Star Guard LaMelo Ball is anxiously waiting to return and prove himself once again on the biggest stage. He’s undoubtedly one of the more talented scorers in the game today and it will be interesting to see how this crop of incoming talent can […]

The Charlotte Hornets are off to a perfect start at the 2025 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, going 3-0 with gritty wins over the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, and Dallas Mavericks. While the Summer League isn’t always predictive of NBA success, it does offer a sneak peek at what might be – and fans […]

The Charlotte Hornets have failed to advance to the playoffs for nine consecutive seasons, the longest active drought in the NBA. At this point, the Hornets need any form of help they can get. While the team has a talented nucleus in guards LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller and forward Miles Bridges, roster depth remains […]

When it comes to the top point guards in the NBA, one name that probably doesn’t get a lot of traction is Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball. Numbers-wise, Ball has been on par with the best guards in the league, there’s only been a couple of problems. One, the Hornets have not had much regular […]

The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Utah Jazz in their first Las Vegas Summer League game on Friday, 111-105. Liam McNeeley, the Hornets’ rookie first-round draft pick, helped steer the ship in a tight one, finishing with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists. He led the Hornets in all three of those categories and dimmed […]

Heading into the 2025 NBA offseason, the Charlotte Hornets had a clear objective – surround their young core with enough talent and stability to finally crawl out of the Eastern Conference’s basement. After years of missed opportunities, injuries, and roster imbalances, the front office took decisive action. However, despite all the solid pickups, the Hornets […]

Despite making several promising moves this offseason, the Charlotte Hornets aren’t quite done. Their young roster is shaping up well, but for a team looking to rise out of the Eastern Conference basement, one more strategic addition in the 2025 NBA free agency could push them into serious playoff contention – a reliable two-way wing […]

PUMA and Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball’s lifestyle and fashion brand, LaFranće, have announced their collaboration on a new sneaker design today that takes design cues from lifestyle running shoes, dystopian outdoor vibes, and Ball’s energetic personal style. PUMA announced a new chapter for LaMelo Ball’s LaFrancé brand with the LaFrancé RNR. The design is […]

The NBA offseason has included no shortage of twists and turns. The Charlotte Hornets became the latest team to add a particularly surprising piece. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that guard Spencer Dinwiddie has agreed to a one-year deal with the Hornets. He will join LaMelo Ball and a young team that is attempting to build […]

The Charlotte Hornets managed to maintain a core piece of the roster in free agency on Tuesday. Reports indicate that backup point guard Tre Mann is here to stay with the organization and is likely to remain as a key option off the bench behind LaMelo Ball. Mann is signing a three-year, $24 million contract […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have agreed to a trade with the Charlotte Hornets, acquiring veteran guard Vasilije Micic in exchange for Pat Connaughton and two second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The picks included are Milwaukee’s 2031 and 2032 second-round selections. The move marks another step in what has become a busy offseason for Milwaukee. […]

The Charlotte Hornets are bringing back a familiar face in Mason Plumlee, agreeing to a one-year, $3.6 million contract in free agency. The move signals a strategic step to bolster the Hornets’ front court depth following the departure of Mark Williams, who was traded to the Phoenix Suns on draft night. Plumlee, a 12-year NBA […]

After trading Jusuf Nurkic in exchange for Colin Sexton, the Charlotte Hornets are lacking a veteran center heading into the offseason. Their perfect replacement could have just recently hit the open market with Deandre Ayton’s recent buyout from the Portland Trailblazers. Ayton averaged 14 points and 10 rebounds in 40 games for the Blazers last […]

The Utah Jazz traded veteran guard Collin Sexton to the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. The Jazz, who included a second-round pick in the 2030 NBA Draft, received veteran center Jusuf Nurkic in return. Both Sexton and Nurkic are entering contract years. Making the money work was easy, with both set to make around $19 million […]

The Charlotte Hornets continued their offseason activity by orchestrating another trade, this time acquiring combo guard Collin Sexton from the Utah Jazz. While the trade came as a surprise, further reports suggest that the move occurred after the team realized they would be out of the running for veteran free agent Chris Paul. The Hornets […]

The Utah Jazz cleared up some space in their crowded backcourt on Sunday, and the Charlotte Hornets were the primary beneficiary. Just a day before free agency opens up, the Jazz sent guard Collin Sexton to the Hornets in exchange for center Jusuf Nurkic, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Hornets will also get a […]

The Charlotte Hornets are still rebuilding but looking to be active in the 2025 NBA free agency period. While still building around star point guard LaMelo Ball, the Hornets are reportedly looking to add another veteran ball handler in the offseason. While the Hornets do not have a ton of cap space, they plan to […]

This NBA free agency cycle doesn’t have the stars that it sometimes does, but there are still plenty of quality players who can make an impact in a playoff series that will be hitting the open market. Ty Jerome, who played some of the best basketball of his career at the end of the 2024-25 […]

The Charlotte Hornets finished the season with a 19-63 record. LaMelo Ball was an All-Star candidate in the Eastern Conference before an injury ended the Hornets star’s season. Charlotte fell one spot in the NBA Draft lottery to No. 4 and entered the event with three picks. They retained and used all three picks on […]

The 2025 NBA Draft delivered several surprises, but few were as unexpected as the viral moment involving Charlotte Hornets’ No. 4 overall pick, Kon Knueppel, during his post-selection press conference. The Duke freshman, a standout for the Blue Devils, was caught off guard when a reporter asked whether he planned to continue his education through […]

The Portland Trail Blazers had a logjam at the center position long before they drafted yet another big man in the 2025 NBA Draft. The selection of Yang Hansen all but assures that the Trail Blazers have to trade Deandre Ayton. One team that now has a hole at the five spot after draft day […]