Rod Boone

Why ‘character win’ in Portland shows these aren’t Hornets of old LaMelo Ball’s foul trouble and a 19-point deficit weren’t too much for Charlotte to overcome.

Last night in Portland was another reminder that things appear different. Why ‘character win’ shows these aren’t the #Hornets of old: #nbasky

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Charlotte Hornets settle Terry Rozier trade dispute with the Miami Heat The Heat acquired Rozier from Charlotte in January 2024 for Kyle Lowry and a 2027 first-round draft pick.

#Hornets settle Terry Rozier trade dispute with the Miami Heat: #nbasky

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Another Hornets streak comes to an end. What happened to Charlotte in Phoenix? Hornets began four-game road trip with 111-99 loss to Suns on Sunday night.

Another #Hornets streak comes to an end. What happened to Charlotte in Phoenix? #nbasky

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What did the Hornets learn in streak-busting loss to Miami Heat? Loss in uptown Charlotte snapped six-game win streak, which was longest current stretch in NBA.

What did the #Hornets learn in streak-busting loss to Miami Heat? #nbasky

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Game night

‘The Hornets are here’: Charlotte’s win over Boston keeps NBA-best win streak alive Charlotte’s 118-89 victory sets up huge meeting with Miami Heat in uptown Charlotte on Friday night.

‘The Hornets are here’: Charlotte’s win over Boston keeps NBA-best win streak alive: #nbasky

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Grant Williams and Tidjane Salaün are out for tonight's game in Boston.

Final: #Hornets 117, Mavs 90

Brandon Miller 17 pts, 5 rebs, 4 asts
LaMelo 15 pts, 9 asts, 5 rebs
Kon Knueppel 13 pts, 6 rebs, 5 asts

Charlotte (31-31) moves to .500 this late in the season for first time since 2015-16.

Up next: at Boston tomorrow

Yet another Eastern Conference rookie of the month award for Kon Knueppel.

Coby White and Roy Williams.

Inside the mind of LaMelo Ball. Why Hornets’ star is truly unique The Charlotte Observer had a lengthy sitdown with the face of Charlotte’s NBA franchise and discussed a number of topics.

#Hornets Insider: Want to know what LaMelo thinks?

In one of his longest interviews since arriving Charlotte and the most extensive discussion we've had together in a semi-quiet environment, we had a chat about life, family, basketball and more. #nbasky

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Why Charlotte Hornets are in unchartered territory after dismantling Chicago Charlotte ran past Bulls 131-99 in Coby White’s debut with the Hornets, who set a record for consecutive road wins.

My latest: Why the #Hornets are in uncharted territory after dismantling Chicago. #nbasky

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Coby White pregame work

Coby White to debut vs. former team in Chicago: ‘It wasn’t planned that way’ Charlotte Hornets acquired former UNC Tar Heel from Chicago Bulls prior to Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline.

Why return tonight, what kind of emotions are bubbling up and what can he bring to the #Hornets?

Answers from my chats with Coby White and Charles Lee as a highly-anticipated debut comes tonight in Chicago. #nbasky

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Mr. Popular

Coby White is PROBABLE for tomorrow's game in Chicago against the Bulls. #Hornets debut forthcoming versus his former team no less.

How LaMelo Ball’s growth was on display in Hornets’ win over Washington Charlotte’s star point guard had a game-high 37 points, but his reach extended beyond the box score.

How LaMelo’s growth was on display in #Hornets win over Washington.

Also includes an update on where things stand with Coby White and Kon Knueppel's thoughts on Cooper Flagg dropping 7K on his rookie cards: #nbasky

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That kinda day ...

Coby White and Liam McNeeley remain out for tomorrow's game in Washington.

Momentum is no longer on the Hornets’ side. What to make of Charlotte’s struggle Shorthanded Hornets fell to Cleveland, 118-113, on Friday night, a second straight close loss.

Momentum is no longer on the #Hornets' side. What to make of these recent struggles: #nbasky

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Coby White, Grant Williams and Liam McNeeley are all out for tonight's game against Cleveland.

Final: Rockets 105, #Hornets 101

Grant Williams 20 pts, 9 rebs
Brandon Miller 17 pts, 7 asts, 4 rebs
Kon Knueppel 15 pts, 5 rebs, 4 asts
Ryan Kalkbrenner 12 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts
LaMelo 11 pts, 7 asts, 7 rebs

Up next: vs. Cleveland tomorrow

LaMelo Ball in Hornets’ lineup against Houston one day after Charlotte car crash One day after LaMelo Ball was involved in a car crash in Charlotte, the NBA star was in the Hornets’ lineup.

We're back.

LaMelo Ball in #Hornets’ lineup against Houston:

#nbasky
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Pregame LaMelo:

As postseason push begins, here’s what Hornets must do to end NBA playoff drought Charlotte has not made a full NBA playoff field since 2016, the longest current playoff drought of any team in the league.

Back at it tonight vs. Houston.

As postseason push begins, here’s what #Hornets must do to end NBA's longest playoff drought.

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LaMelo Ball is fine and didn't sustain any injuries during this afternoon's car accident,a league source told me. Good news in that regard for #Hornets star.

‘It did kind of bite me’: Kon Knueppel details showing in NBA’s 3-point contest Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel became the third player in franchise history to participate in an event during the NBA’s annual All-Star weekend.

Caught up with Kon Knueppel this evening and spoke to him on the phone a few minutes ago. Got his thoughts on his performance during the 3-point contest: #nbasky

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How LaMelo Ball’s maturation sparked Hornets’ surge. ‘It’s what I’ve got to do’ As Charlotte heads into All-Star break riding victories in 13 of 17 games, steady play of star point guard is key and noteworthy.

My latest: Spoke with LaMelo.

How his maturation in one particular area of note has sparked the #Hornets’ surge.

"It’s what I’ve got to do," he told me.

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Starters:

Four games for Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate.