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Apr 5, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and-one celebrates a basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball’s extraordinary play has the Hornets’ asking crucial question

Eric Smith

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Apr 5, 2026

Suns are learning precisely what the Hornets always knew about Mark Williams

Eric Smith

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Apr 3, 2026

LaMelo Ball utilized his best skill at the perfect time for Hornets

Eric Smith

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Apr 2, 2026

Hornets could land ideal matchup in the first round of playoffs

Eric Smith

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Apr 2, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) shoots the ball against the New York Knicks during the second quarter at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Hornets just made shocking step that elites always do before a true breakout

Eric Smith

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Apr 1, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kon Knueppel (7) dribbles the ball up the court during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

Kon Knueppel’s dream rookie season just slammed into reality

Eric Smith

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Mar 30, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) celebrates after making a three-point basket during the first quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball’s shot-making can be an unstoppable force for Hornets — with drawbacks

Eric Smith

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Mar 29, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kon Knueppel (7) goes over notes with a coach during pregame warm ups against the New York Knicks at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Kon Knueppel slams door shut for Rookie of the Year debate with remarkable performance

Eric Smith

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kon Knueppel (7) smiles during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

The Hornets are the team no one wants to play in the playoffs

Eric Smith

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Mar 26, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) shakes hands with Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones (30) after a game at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Coby White’s message after Hornets' blowout win couldn’t have been clearer

Eric Smith

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Mar 25, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

Moussa Diabate is quietly becoming one of the Hornets’ most important players

Eric Smith

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Mar 24, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Isabella Frias-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic may overtake Kon Knueppel for this prestigious honor

Eric Smith

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Mar 23, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks at press conference during the NBA All Star game at the Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Hornets may be forced into an unpleasant decision in possible NBA Expansion draft

Eric Smith

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Mar 23, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) takes a technical foul free throw during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball is making one end-of-season award push with conviction

Eric Smith

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Mar 22, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Sion James (4) reacts during the first quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Hornets’ rookie continues to play the most valuable role brilliantly

Eric Smith

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Mar 21, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) celebrates after making a basket during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

Hornets have quietly built a perennial playoff contender that no one saw coming

Eric Smith

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Mar 20, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Red-hot Hawks setting up potential nightmare postseason scenario for Hornets

Eric Smith

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Mar 19, 2026

Mar 17, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) reacts to his three point play during the second half against the Miami Heat at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball’s masterclass performance proves a terrifying Hornets truth

Eric Smith

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Mar 17, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) after the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

NBA writer poses fascinating question on LaMelo Ball’s career arc

Eric Smith

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Mar 17, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) smiles as his return to Chicago is announced during a game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Coby White trade just keeps getting better for the Hornets

Eric Smith

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Mar 15, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Charles Lee delivers a clear message to the Hornets — and their fans

Eric Smith

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Mar 15, 2026

Feb 11, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee reacts to a foul called late during second the half against the Atlanta Hawks at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Charles Lee is making a strong case for Coach of the Year

Eric Smith

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Mar 14, 2026

Mar 6, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel (7) shoots during the second half against the Miami Heat at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Only one thing can stop Kon Knueppel from Rookie of the Year and it's not Cooper Flagg

Eric Smith

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Mar 13, 2026

Feb 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA;Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) brings the ball up court against the Houston Rockets during the second quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

The writing is already on the wall for guard’s future with Hornets

Eric Smith

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Mar 13, 2026

Feb 11, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets center PJ Hall (16) calls to look at the replace after a foul call during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

The Hornets’ PJ Hall decision is staring them in the face

Eric Smith

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Mar 12, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Hornets quietly have a massive LaMelo Ball problem on their plate

Eric Smith

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Mar 11, 2026

Feb 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Hornets' decision on Brandon Miller's rookie extension is already abundantly clear

Eric Smith

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Mar 10, 2026

Mar 31, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (2) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards guard AJ Johnson (5) during the first quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Hornets’ fleece of Heat in Terry Rozier trade comes with a price

Eric Smith

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Mar 9, 2026

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