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Stock Up, Stock Down: 4 Hornets Through Preseason So Far
A handful of Hornets have stood out for better or worse. Oct 11, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) drives on Milwaukee Bucks forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Who says preseason doesn't matter? Certainly not here at Charlotte Hornets On SI.
Stock Up, Stock Down: 4 Hornets Through Preseason So Far
Who says preseason doesn't matter? Certainly not here at Charlotte Hornets On SI. Two games into their preseason slate, Charlotte has turned in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde-type performances as a team.
Hornets Seek Sharper Showing Against New-Look Bucks Original
Charlotte looks to close out its home preseason slate on a better note against Milwaukee. Oct 6, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Naz Reid (0) handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Spectrum Center.
Charlotte football's Albin era hits rock bottom in 59-8 Homecoming loss to Memphis
On a rain-soaked Homecoming afternoon at Jerry Richardson Stadium on Oct. 3, the 49ers were utterly outmatched in a 59-8 loss to the University of Memphis Tigers, one of the most lopsided home defeats in the program's 14-year history. The bleak atmosphere, featuring the earliest kickoff in program history, fittingly encapsulated both the 49ers' performance and Charlotte's state after exiting the first month of the season 0-5, with little optimism for what the rest of the year may hold.
Do the Charlotte Hornets Have Enough Playmaking?
Charlotte is banking on a collective approach to replace LaMelo Ball's creation. Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) drives the ball against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) in the second half at TD Garden.
Do the Charlotte Hornets Have Enough Playmaking?
If you tuned into a Charlotte Hornets game at any point during the second half of last season, chances are you were treated to some of the most aesthetically pleasing basketball the professional game had to offer. As Head Coach Charles Lee put it during his media day availability, Charlotte "shared the ball better than anyone in the NBA." The Hornets leveraged that egalitarian style and commitment to trusting the pass into a potent, top-five offense.
Do the Charlotte Hornets Have Enough Playmaking?
If you tuned into a Charlotte Hornets game at any point during the second half of last season, chances are you were treated to some of the most aesthetically pleasing basketball the professional game had to offer. As Head Coach Charles Lee put it during his media dayavailability, Charlotte "shared the ball better than anyone in the NBA." The Hornets leveraged that egalitarian style and commitment to trusting the pass into a potent, top-five offense.
Best and Worst Case Scenarios for the Charlotte Hornets This Season Original
What could go right, and what could go wrong for Charlotte? Feb 2, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee reacts to a foul call during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect By many accounts, the 2025-26 season was a collection of best-case scenarios for the Charlotte Hornets.
Preseason Player Power Rankings: Who Leads the New-Look Charlotte Hornets? Original
Ranking every possible Hornets rotation player from worst to best before training camp. Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11), forward Brandon Miller (24) and guard Kon Knueppel (7) react after a basket against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect In the NBA, teams typically win with one of two things: star power or depth.
Which Hornets Players Could See Fewer Minutes in 2026-27?
Charlotte has more options and only so much playing time. Feb 9, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) celebrates his dunk with guard Sion James (4) during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center.
Which Hornets Players Could See Fewer Minutes in 2026-27?
The Charlotte Hornets enter the 2026-27 season with some of the best top-to-bottom roster depth in the Eastern Conference for Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee and his staff to work with. While that brings plenty of lineup optionality, it also creates an inevitable rotation-minutes crunch for both returning players and newcomers to Charlotte's roster. There is only so much playing time to go around, which leaves several players likely to see fewer minutes than they did last season.
Which Hornets Players Could See Fewer Minutes in 2026-27?
The Charlotte Hornets enter the 2026-27 season with some of the best top-to-bottom roster depth in the Eastern Conference for Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee and his staff to work with. While that brings plenty of lineup optionality, it also creates an inevitable rotation-minutes crunch for both returning players and newcomers to Charlotte's roster. There is only so much playing time to go around, which leaves several players likely to see fewer minutes than they did last season.
New season, same disappointment: Charlotte football stunned by The Citadel in triple overtime
It has now been 358 days since Charlotte football last won a game. In the first triple-overtime game in program history, the 49ers suffered a disastrous result to open their 14th season, falling 43-41 to Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) opponent The Citadel Bulldogs on Sept. 5. Charlotte entered the matchup as a more than 20-point favorite across major sportsbooks in what was widely considered the most winnable game on its early schedule.
The Player Most Critical to the Hornets' Defensive Success
The Charlotte Hornets were as successful defensively last season as they have been at any point in the 2020s, both by the numbers and the eye test. Their play on that end was an essential part of the team's 44-win regular season. It was absolutely a collective effort that required complete team buy-in, but to me, two factors stood at the forefront of that two-way turnaround.
The Player Most Critical to the Hornets' Defensive Success
Moussa Diabaté was a defensive revelation for Charlotte last season and will be counted on to be one once again. Mar 4, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) during the first half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Charlotte Hornets were as successful defensively last season as they have been at any point in the 2020s, both by the numbers and the eye test.
The Player Most Critical to the Hornets' Defensive Success
The Charlotte Hornets were as successful defensively last season as they have been at any point in the 2020s, both by the numbers and the eye test. Their play on that end was an essential part of the team's 44-win regular season. It was absolutely a collective effort that required complete team buy-in, but to me, two factors stood at the forefront of that two-way turnaround.
3 Areas Kon Knueppel Can Improve to Make a Second-Season Leap Original
A stellar first season could be just the start for the Hornets standout. Feb 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena.
The Charlotte Hornets' 3 Biggest Roster Flaws Right Now Original
No roster is perfect, and Charlotte is no exception. Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee watches from the sideline during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect With the dog days of summer nearly over, the Charlotte Hornets' roster heading into the 2026-27 NBA season appears to be mostly set.
Biggest takeaways from Tim Albin at American Conference Kickoff
Charlotte football traveled to St. Petersburg, Florida, for the American Conference Kickoff and Media Days on July 23-24, where all 14 head coaches and 28 student-athletes gathered for two days of availability ahead of the 2026 season. Charlotte Head Coach Tim Albin on the sideline during the game against North Texas University on Oct. 24 at Jerry Richardson Stadium. Representing the 49ers were head coach Tim Albin, redshirt sophomore wide receiver Derrick Eley and senior linebacker Kadin Schmitz.
How the Charlotte Hornets Should Maximize Hannes Steinbach Original
The rookie looks ready to contribute. Now it is about putting him in the best position to succeed. Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the fourteenth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Washington forward Hannes Steinbach after he was selected by the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center.
Ranking Every Charlotte Hornets Offseason Move From Best to Worst Original
Charlotte has made no shortage of moves. Here is how each one ranks. Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1), forward Brandon Miller (24) and forward Miles Bridges (0) on the court during a break against ten Boston Celtics in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect It has been an eventful offseason so far, to say the least, for the Charlotte Hornets.
The Hornets' New Direction Could Benefit Tidjane Salaün
Charlotte's offseason pivot may have reopened the door for the former No. 6 overall pick. Oct 9, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaün (31) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter of a game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center.
The Hornets' New Direction Could Benefit Tidjane Salaün
As Tidjane Salaün prepares to play in Summer League for the third time and enter his third NBA season with the Charlotte Hornets, the 20-year-old finds himself at an interesting crossroads with the organization that selected him with the No. 6 overall pick just over two years ago. From a macro perspective, Salaün appears buried on Charlotte's forward depth chart.
Can Brandon Miller Really Be the Charlotte Hornets' Franchise Player? Original
Finding a true No. 1 option is no easy task. Apr 5, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) during the pregame entertainment before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.
What Does a Scaled-Up Coby White Look Like in Charlotte?
Days after the monumental trade of the face of the franchise, LaMelo Ball, and the reported re-signing of Coby White, the Charlotte Hornets appear to have their new starting lead guard heading into next season. After digging into White's numbers and what a scaled-up version of the 26-year-old could look like leading Charlotte's offense, it becomes much easier to understand why the Hornets' front office is so confident in him heading into next season.
What Does a Scaled-Up Coby White Look Like in Charlotte?
Breaking down why the Hornets are betting on Coby White. Apr 2, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) dribbles the ball against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Spectrum Center.
LaMelo Ball's Lasting Legacy in Charlotte
It has been 2,046 days, or five years and seven months, since the Charlotte Hornets ushered in the LaMelo Ball era of the franchise by selecting him with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Yesterday, Ball, who became the organization's next face after Kemba Walker, was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, closing one of the most fascinating chapters in Hornets history.
LaMelo Ball's Lasting Legacy in Charlotte
Charlotte's face of the franchise is in Minnesota after six seasons. Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) smiles as he dribbles the ball during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center.
Stock Up, Stock Down: Five Hornets Draft Prospects
With the NBA Draft now just a week away, it feels like the perfect time to take stock of five prospects who appear to be in play for the Hornets with their two top-20 selections. Based on both my intuition and the types of players President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson and his brain trust seem interested in adding, these are the prospects whose stock I am buying or selling as Charlotte looks to snap the NBA’s longest active playoff drought.
Stock Up, Stock Down: Five Hornets Draft Prospects
One week before the draft, five prospects I'm buying or selling. Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) on the court during the first half of the NCAA national championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Monday, April 6, 2026. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images With the NBA Draft now just a week away, it feels like the perfect time to take stock of five prospects who appear to be in play for the Hornets with their two top-20 selections.
What Jeff Peterson’s First Two Drafts Reveal About His Plans This Year
Going into his third draft cycle as the Charlotte Hornets’ lead decision-maker, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson has already started to establish distinct trends in what this front office values.
What Jeff Peterson’s First Two Drafts Reveal About His Plans This Year
If you are trying to figure out who Charlotte could select next month, the best place to start is with the players Jeff Peterson has already drafted. Going into his third draft cycle as the Charlotte Hornets’ lead decision-maker, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson has already started to establish distinct trends in what this front office values.
Ranking the Most Disappointing Players on the Hornets This Season
While the 2025-26 season was an absolute success for the Charlotte Hornets organization, it certainly was not all positive across the roster. Some players simply underperformed, while others landed here more because of what their season revealed about their near-future fit in Charlotte’s plans. Here are the three most disappointing Hornets when weighing both criteria.
Ranking the Most Disappointing Players on the Hornets This Season
Not every Hornets player came out this year with their stock ticking up. Dec 22, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) shoots in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | David Richard-Imagn Images While the 2025-26 season was an absolute success for the Charlotte Hornets organization, it certainly was not all positive across the roster.
Column: Hornets’ past year was a resounding success
Despite the Charlotte Hornets' longest active postseason drought in the NBA reaching a decade, this season — and ultimately this past year — was undeniably a success for the organization. While it may be the conventional wisdom now that Charlotte is going in the right direction as a franchise, early in the 2025-26 season it felt far from that.
Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Sacramento Kings
Picking tonight’s game between Charlotte and Sacramento. Mar 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) drives in against Sacramento Kings forward/guard Daeqwon Plowden (29) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images The Charlotte Hornets have won three straight home games by 15 or more points, just one shy of the franchise record, a mark that has not been reached since 1993.
Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic Original
Picking tonight's game between Charlotte and Orlando. Jan 22, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) drives the ball past Orlando Magic forward Noah Penda (93) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images The Charlotte Hornets continue their critical late-season homestand as they host the Orlando Magic tonight at Spectrum Center.
Jaylen Hartsfield’s Halton half-court moment
The night of Feb. 25 will remain one UNC Charlotte fourth-year Jaylen Hartsfield remembers for the rest of his life. During a stoppage in play in Charlotte men's basketball's matchup against the University of North Texas, Hartsfield stepped onto the Halton Arena floor with a chance to win free tuition. The criminal justice major had two attempts from half-court. His first shot missed, but the second dropped through the net, sending the crowd inside Halton into an eruption.
Column: A series of fortunate events has led to the best Hornets team in a decade
A younger version of myself used to read the "A Series of Unfortunate Events" novels and later viewed the film adaptation starring Jim Carrey as Count Olaf. While the details of the books have faded over time, the title always stuck with me. For years, that phrase encapsulated the Charlotte Hornets as a franchise. Bad ownership. Bad drafting. Finally getting good players who could not stay healthy together. Outdated schemes in a rapidly modernizing NBA.
Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Portland Trail Blazers Original
Picking today’s game between Charlotte and Portland. Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets Original
Picking tonight's game between Charlotte and Houston. Feb 5, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) shoots against Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) during the third quarter at Toyota Center.
Is Brandon Miller on a Legitimate Superstar Path? Original
Charlotte’s emerging star is trending toward the NBA’s elite tier. Jan 31, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) is interviewed following the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images | Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images Nearly two months ago, this question would have felt premature.
Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Detroit Pistons Original
Picking tonight's game between Charlotte and Detroit. Feb 7, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee on the sideline against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena.
The AI keeping Charlotte women’s basketball modern
Behind every scouting report, film cut-up, rotation tweak and leap in player maturation for Charlotte women's basketball is a side of the program most fans never see. That work runs through Jaylen Pointer. In his first year as video coordinator for Charlotte, Pointer operates at the intersection of film, data, analytics and emerging AI technology while also working closely in player development.
Predicting the Hornets' trade deadline: Who stays, who goes?
The Charlotte Hornets are rolling into the NBA trade deadline playing their best basketball of the season. During the month of January, Charlotte has been the second-best offense in the NBA, the fifth-best defensive unit with a rating of 108.9, and first in net rating across the league. The Hornets also rank first in rebounding percentage, second in true shooting percentage, and remain a top-10 three-point shooting team while sitting in the top five in three-point frequency.
Cooper Flagg? The numbers say Kon Knueppel is the Rookie of the Year so far Original
The league’s best rookie belongs to the Hornets. Dec 12, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) shoots a three-pointer against Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) during the second quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Kon Knueppel — what more can you say?
Why trading LaMelo Ball now would make no sense for the Hornets Original
The Hornets are finally finding answers, and LaMelo Ball is at the center of it. Dec 31, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Lamelo Ball (1) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Right now, process and evaluation matter far more than raw wins and losses for the Charlotte Hornets’ front office, led by President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson.
Charlotte’s early signing period offers insight into year 2 of the Albin era
If you tuned into a Head Coach Tim Albin press conference at any point during the second half of Charlotte football's season, there was a good chance he spent part of his time discussing recruiting. Whether asked directly or not, Albin rarely missed an opportunity to stress how vital early-period talent acquisition is for this program.
How the Hornets’ offensive leap has arrived
Throughout the longest playoff drought in the NBA, the Charlotte Hornets' past regimes have sold fans visions of what could be. If this player signs or if the lottery luck finally hits, things will change. When the organization hired championship-winning assistant Charles Lee to be its head coach in May 2024, he promised a legitimate modern NBA offense. For much of his first season, that vision felt like another empty pitch.
Is it time to worry about Brandon Miller?
Fan frustration around Hornets forward Brandon Miller is understandable when the focus stays on his box scores and the expectations he carried into the season. But once a broader lens is applied, and his overall contributions through just 10 games are considered, panic is the wrong reaction. Miller has simply not been making shots. That is the story. The jumper has not fallen, and his efficiency reflects it.
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