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May 23, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson reacts in the second quarter against the New York Knicks during game three of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Analytically, the Hornets dwarfed Kenny Atkinson’s Cavaliers in surprising ways

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Moving LaMelo Ball’s closest Hornets teammate could lead to fallout

Eric Smith

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May 25, 2026

This Hornets trade idea sounds brilliant until you weigh the risks

Eric Smith

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May 25, 2026

One surprising flaw is holding Ryan Kalkbrenner back on the Hornets

Eric Smith

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May 23, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets bench after a time out by Indiana Pacers during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Hornets’ future just got shockingly bright after ESPN’s latest asset rankings

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May 22, 2026

Mar 31, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) controls the ball against the Brooklyn Nets during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Brandon Miller’s extension is quietly becoming the Hornets’ most alarming problem

Eric Smith

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May 21, 2026

May 19, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts during the fourth quarter of game one of the eastern conference finals during the 2026 NBA playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Jalen Brunson’s rise leave Hornets with tough pill to swallow

Eric Smith

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May 20, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks on during warmups prior to the game against the Phoenix Suns at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

3 blockbuster trade targets for the Hornets in 2026

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May 18, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) smiles and gestures after scoring a three point basket against the Sacramento King during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Jeff Peterson’s biggest gamble changed the trajectory of the Hornets

Eric Smith

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May 18, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (right) speaks with Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (left) before the game at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Kon Knueppel has a chance to do something Cooper Flagg can’t achieve in 2027

Eric Smith

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May 17, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) looks to pass during the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

3 Hornets that are untradable going into the 2026-27 season

Eric Smith

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May 14, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee watches from the sideline as they take on the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Hornets cannot repeat same mistake with Charles Lee’s extension

Eric Smith

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May 8, 2026

Feb 5, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) reacts to his three point play against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Hornets’ offseason could unlock a game-changing version of Moussa Diabate

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May 8, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) celebrates following the win over the San Antonio Spurs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball’s absence from this NBA list quietly proves one good thing

Eric Smith

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May 7, 2026

Apr 20, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) celebrates after making a three point basket during the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

Cavaliers likely downfall will present another Hornets target this summer

Eric Smith

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May 6, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Josh Green (10) controls the ball during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

This offseason could spell the end for a trusted Hornets veteran

Eric Smith

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May 4, 2026

Apr 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

The Hornets’ top offseason priorities in 2026 are painfully obvious

Eric Smith

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May 3, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) handles the ball during the second half during the play-in rounds between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Moussa Diabate’s deserved award lays blueprint for Hornets’ identity

Eric Smith

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Apr 30, 2026

May 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, US; Duke players L-R Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg, during the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg over Kon Knueppel for ROY feels like voters watched different seasons

Eric Smith

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Apr 27, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Voting shows Luka Doncic may have robbed Kon Knueppel of Rookie of the Year

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Apr 27, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) warms up before a game against the Dallas Mavericks the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Hornets face make-or-break Tidjane Salaun decision that could end in costly mistake

Eric Smith

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 23, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) talks with a reporter after the game with the Denver Nuggets at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Ayo Dosunmu just showed why the Hornets should’ve gone all-in for two Bulls

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Apr 26, 2026

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts during the second half against the Orlando Magic during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Hornets fans are suddenly smiling about the Jalen Duren trade

Eric Smith

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Apr 25, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) reacts after a basket against the New York Knicks during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

The 3 biggest positives of the Charlotte Hornets’ season

Eric Smith

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Apr 24, 2026

Apr 21, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (0) reacts after scoring a three point basket during the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Scoot Henderson’s breakout makes Hornets’ draft decision harder to explain

Eric Smith

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Apr 23, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kon Knueppel (7) shoots at pregame warm ups against the Miami Heat during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Kon Knueppel gets stamp of approval from another rookie of the year

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Apr 21, 2026

Apr 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) reacts during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

The Hornets can’t contend until they solve this one uncomfortable truth

Eric Smith

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Apr 21, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) dribbles up court against the New York Knicks during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Hornets still don’t have an answer to their burning LaMelo Ball question

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Apr 18, 2026

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