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Steve Clifford rips Hornets' defensive effort in overtime loss to Pistons: 'We are playing no defense'

The Hornets gave up 141 points in their home loss to the Pistons on Wednesday.

Kevin Skiver

LaMelo Ball's return from ankle injury is on the horizon

LaMelo Ball reinjured the same ankle that kept him sidelined for the first 13 games of the season. Here's what we know about Ball's injury so far.

Benyam Kidane

The latest on Yuta Watanabe's hamstring injury

Here's everything we know about Watanabe's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Scott Rafferty

Kyrie covers Nike swoosh on sneakers with hand-written message

Irving covered the swoosh with a hand-written message

Benyam Kidane

Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley haven't spoken in a decade. Here's why.

"It's a really unfortunate situation for me and him," Barkley said. "I'm gonna do my job first and foremost because I can't criticize other coaches and general managers and give him a pass because he's my best friend."

Gilbert McGregor

Hornets' Gordon Hayward sidelined indefinitely with shoulder injury

Hayward missed eight games earlier this month with a shoulder injury and now looks set for a long stint on the sidelines.

Benyam Kidane

Latest updates on LaMelo Ball's ankle injury

Here's everything we know about LaMelo Ball's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Scott Rafferty

What's up with Gordon Hayward's haircut?

Gordon Hayward's haircut is quite the sight to behold. The Hornets forward has a hair journey that dates back far beyond one questionably haircut.

Gilbert McGregor

Southeast Division Preview: Best team, biggest X-factor and more

Will the Heat continue their run of dominance? Or can another team knock Miami down the division standings?

Jordan Greer

How MJ still dominates LeBron and Steph in the sneaker wars

Who are the biggest earners in the NBA when it comes to sneaker contracts?

Nick Metallinos

Will LiAngelo Ball make the Hornets roster?

In signing a one-year deal with the Hornets, LiAngelo Ball gets an opportunity to play alongside his younger brother, LaMelo.

Gilbert McGregor

What LaMelo can take from Tony Parker to ascend to superstardom

With everything that Ball has accomplished before his 21st birthday, it feels as though he is on a fast track to superstardom, but what does that next step entail?

Gilbert McGregor

When does LiAngelo Ball play in NBA Summer League?

For a second straight year, LiAngelo Ball will be a member of the Hornets' Summer League roster.

Gilbert McGregor

Miles Bridges' partner shares details of domestic abuse on Instagram

Miles Bridges was arrested Wednesday in Los Angeles on felony domestic violence charges.

Gilbert McGregor

Why did the Hornets hire Clifford as head coach?

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Hornets have hired Steve Clifford to fill their head coaching vacancy.

Kyle Irving

Michael Jordan's 2022 NBA Draft is quite puzzling

The shrug emoji is the perfect descriptor for Michael Jordan's 2022 NBA Draft with the Charlotte Hornets.

Ananth Pandian

Why did Kenny Atkinson back out of Hornets coaching job? Veteran coach will stay with NBA champion Warriors

The Sporting News has you covered on the reported reasons why Kenny Atkinson stepped away from the Hornets gig and Charlotte's next steps.

David Suggs

Why Michael Jordan hired Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson over Mike D’Antoni as next Hornets head coach

Atkinson's defensive chops can raise the ceiling for a Hornets team brimming with potential.

David Suggs

Would D'Antoni be right head coach for LaMelo Ball, Hornets?

Mike D'Antoni is one of the finalists to replace James Borrego in Charlotte. Would he be the right head coach for the Hornets?

Scott Rafferty

Hornets' Miles Bridges reacts after hitting young Hawks fan with mouthpiece: 'That's unacceptable'

"It's definitely unacceptable on my part. I take full responsibility," Bridges said.

Jordan Greer

Hawks vs. Hornets score, highlights: Atlanta advances to next Play-In game after cruising past Charlotte

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Hawks vs. Hornets on Wednesday. Check out the complete results from the Play-In Tournament game.

Jordan Greer

What channel is Hawks vs. Hornets on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA Play-In Tournament game

Last season, the Hawks made a surprising run to the Eastern Conference Finals. This season, they'll have to win two Play-In games just to make the playoffs.

Scott Rafferty

Hornets' LaMelo Ball earns high praise from #NBAHooperVision hosts Quentin Richardson, Jamal Crawford

Quentin Richardson and Jamal Crawford heaped praise on emerging star LaMelo Ball while discussing where he would rank among point guards.

Yash Matange

LaMelo joins elite company with All-Star selection

By becoming injury replacement for the 2022 All-Star Game in Cleveland, LaMelo Ball becomes the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to have earned an All-Star spot.

Yash Matange

NBA All-Star Game 2022: LaMelo Ball, Dejounte Murray named as injury replacements

LaMelo Ball and Dejounte Murray will replace the injured Kevin Durant and Draymond Green respectively at the 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland.

Carlan Gay

Surging Celtics continue red-hot playoff push, win sixth straight with blowout win against Nets

Courtesy of their 126-91 win in Brooklyn, the Boston Celtics have won 13 of their last 17 games. All of a sudden, they have found themselves tied for the seventh seed in the East and just 0.5 games behind the sixth-seeded Toronto Raptors.

Nick Metallinos

Michael Jordan becomes new NBA meme with reaction to Hornets nearly blowing a huge lead goes viral

After his Hornets nearly blew a 20-point lead, Michael Jordan's reaction at the Spectrum Center went viral on social media and possibly gave birth to yet another meme.

Yash Matange

Is Westbrook better without LeBron?

With LeBron James and Anthony Davis sidelined, Russell Westbrook had his best scoring game of the season, continuing a trend of impressive performances in James' absence.

Yash Matange

Record-watch: Hornets pour 158 pts on Pacers

Having won the previous three games by just a combined 12 points, Charlotte blew Wednesday's night wide-open with an offensive night for the record books.

Yash Matange

NBA All-Star Moment of the Night: LaMelo's must-see highlight sequence

Even though the Hornets lost the game against the Magic, LaMelo Ball provided a few "wow" highlights that were worthy of being selected as our All-Star Moment of the Night.

Nick Metallinos

LaMelo making strong NBA All-Star case

LaMelo Ball is making quite the All-Star case for himself, leading the Hornets with averages of 19.4 points, 7.6 assists, 7.3 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game.

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is Bucks vs. Hornets on tonight?

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 43 points against the Hornets on Saturday, but it wasn't enough for the Bucks to get the win.

Scott Rafferty

Who had the better heat check, Oubre or Lance?

Charlotte's Kelly Oubre Jr. and Indiana's Lance Stephenson both caught fire off the bench with some streaky shooting. But who did it best?

Benyam Kidane

Graham's miracle makes history

Appropriate for the NBA's landmark 75th season, Devonte' Graham rewrote history with his shot, sinking what is now the longest game-winning buzzer-beater in NBA history.

Gilbert McGregor

Hornets win over Kings produces craziest ending of the season so far

Despite being down seven players, the Hornets survived a 124-123 win over the Kings behind a frantic final seconds in Charlotte.

Yash Matange

Embiid's dominance turning 76ers season around

Across his last three games, Embiid is averaging 34.3 points and 11.6 rebounds as the 76ers have now won three in a row and look to build some momentum with the big man back in the lineup.

Yash Matange

LaMelo Ball enters NBA's COVID-19 protocols; How many games will Hornets star miss?

LaMelo Ball is one of five Hornets players to enter the NBA's health and safety protocols. What's next for the team?

Gilbert McGregor

Miles Bridges emergence continues as Most Improved Player case grows

Is Miles Bridges the frontrunner for Most Improved Player? The emerging star put together his latest big night, carrying the load for the shorthanded Hornets on the road in Atlanta.

Kane Pitman

Muggsy on LaMelo: 'The guys love playing with him'

Hornets legend Muggsy Bogues joined Quentin Richardson and Jamal Crawford during the NBA Hooper Vision live broadcast on NBA League Pass, giving special mention to LaMelo Ball.

Benyam Kidane

NBA awards frontrunners through first quarter of season

Who is leading the pack for each major NBA award through the first quarter of the season?

Kyle Irving

Ball brothers battle as Lonzo gets upper hand over LaMelo

Lonzo and LaMelo Ball went toe-to-toe for the third time in the NBA, with Lonzo and the Chicago Bulls coming out on top in an entertaining battle with the Charlotte Hornets.

Kane Pitman

From the driveway to the NBA: Lonzo and LaMelo face off

The two Ball brothers will go head-to-head when Lonzo and the Bulls host LaMelo and the Hornets on Monday.

Kyle Irving

John Wall could return to the Houston Rockets

John Wall has not suited up for Houston this season but the Rockets are discussing having the five-time NBA All-Star resume playing in the near future.

Nick Metallinos

Hornets win their fifth straight game at home

The Charlotte Hornets are back among the Eastern Conference's top teams after winning eight of their last nine games, including five straight at home.

Nick Metallinos

Kuzma's giant pink sweater lights up Twitter

Kyle Kuzma arrived at Capital One Arena with the world's biggest pink sweater and he sure had social media buzzing.

Benyam Kidane

2020 NBA Redraft: Ball rises to No. 1; Wiseman falls

On the one-year anniversary of the 2020 NBA Draft, our Sporting News staff held a redraft of the lottery.

Scott Rafferty

Hornets showing growth on the defensive end

The Charlotte Hornets are looking to take the next step in 2021-22, with consistency on the defensive end a focus. Against Golden State, the young Hornets flashed their potential in an impressive fourth quarter display.

Kane Pitman

League Pass primer for Wednesday

Wednesday is a jam-packed slate with 11 of the 13 NBA games on League Pass.

Kyle Irving

League Pass primer for Monday

With eight games on today's NBA schedule, we've got you covered with where to watch and what to keep an eye on.

Gilbert McGregor

LaMelo Ball learning to lead as Hornets suffer fourth quarter collapse

The Charlotte Hornets collapsed late against the LA Clippers, with LaMelo Ball going cold down the stretch. The rising star discussed his fourth quarter minutes postgame, in a continuation of of the young guard learning how to lead his squad.

Kane Pitman

Why did Warriors pick James Wiseman over LaMelo Ball?

Ball has looked the part of a franchise cornerstone early in his career — and left Warriors fans wondering what kind of impact he could have made on their team.

Jordan Greer

LaMelo is proving doubters wrong with improved 3-point shooting

The 2021 NBA Rookie of the Year continues to trend upward, already proving doubters wrong by overcoming his biggest perceived weakness.

Kyle Irving

LaMelo hears 'MVP' chants as Hornets stun Pacers

LaMelo Ball put on a show in the Charlotte Hornets season opener, pouring in 31 points to lead a stunning comeback win over the Indiana Pacers. Hornets fans showered Ball with 'MVP' chants, as the franchise tipped off 2021-22 with a big win.

Kane Pitman

LiAngelo signs with Hornets on non-guaranteed deal

The Greensboro Swarm are set to begin the G League season with a Ball brother on the roster following reports LiAngelo Ball has signed a non-guaranteed deal with the Charlotte Hornets.

Kane Pitman

2021-22 NBA season preview: Southeast Division

The Southeast Division is in for a competitive year with the Hawks returning nearly the same roster that went to the Eastern Conference Finals a season ago, the Heat adding Kyle Lowry and the Hornets loading up with new pieces. Who will emerge as the division's best?

Kyle Irving

NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

Hornets agree to max extension with Terry Rozier

Rozier will make $26.6M in the final year of his new contract.

Micah Adams

Charles Barkley guaranteed Hornets would win play-in game, so of course Pacers crushed them

Charles Barkley is off to a rough start with his postseason predictions.

Jordan Greer

What channel is Hornets vs. Pacers on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA play-in tournament

Here is everything you need to know to watch Hornets vs. Pacers, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Tuesday's game.

Jordan Greer

LaMelo Ball shows Hornets exactly what they were missing in return game vs. Pistons

Ball filled up the stat sheet in Charlotte's 107-94 win over Detroit, totaling 11 points, eight assists, seven rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 28 minutes

Jordan Greer

Why Kevin Durant, James Harden are sitting out Nets vs. Hornets game

Nets star Kyrie Irving will be available Thursday, but he won't be joined by the other members of Brooklyn's "Big Three."

Jordan Greer

LaMelo Ball injury timeline, return date, latest updates

Here's everything we know about LaMelo Ball's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Tom Gatto

Carmelo Anthony approves of LaMelo Ball taking 'Melo' nickname, 3-point celebration

After the Trail Blazers' 123-111 win over the Hornets on Monday night, Anthony ended the strange conversation about his status as the true "Melo" of the NBA.

Jordan Greer

Twitter is waiting for Kings to fire Luke Walton after team blows late lead vs. Hornets

Sacramento is 1-10 in its last 11 games and is now coming off a stunning collapse at home against Charlotte.

Tom Gatto

Hornets stun Warriors after Draymond Green's late ejection; Steve Kerr says forward 'crossed the line'

The Golden State forward was tossed for arguing a key timeout call by officials late in the game.

Tom Gatto

LaMelo Ball showing his class

LaMelo Ball had a forgettable Hornets debut, but has shown his class since then.

Stats Perform News

LaMelo a 'rare' talent, Hornets coach says

James Borrego also called Ball a "special player" after the Hornets rookie became the youngest person to post a triple-double in NBA history.

Stats Perform News

Lonzo excited to face LaMelo

Brothers Lonzo Ball and LaMelo Ball will meet in the NBA for the first time on Friday when the Pelicans host the Hornets.

Stats Perform News

LaMelo Ball outplays Luka Doncic in Hornets' win over Mavericks

LaMelo Ball's NBA career is just underway, but he got a marquee win Wednesday night as the Hornets beat Luka Doncic's Mavericks by 19 points.

Billy Heyen

Hayward suffers finger fracture

After an injury-plagued spell with the Celtics, Gordon Hayward is already on the mend with the Hornets.

Stats Perform News

LaMelo Ball shows off flashy passing, iffy shooting in Hornets' preseason debut

Ball had several highlight assists but didn't make a single shot from the field in his first NBA action.

Jacob Hancock

Hayward completes Hornets move

Gordon Hayward moves to Charlotte along with second-round draft picks in 2023 and 2024 in exchange for a protected 2022 second-round pick. The deal also creates a massive traded player exception for Boston.

Stats Perform News

Will LaVar Ball play Michael Jordan 1-on-1? 'Why not?' says father of LaMelo Ball

LaVar once said he could beat Jordan in a game of 1-on-1. With Jordan's Charlotte Hornets drafting LaMelo, rumors of a pay-per-view showdown have resurfaced.

Jacob Hancock

NBA mock draft 2020: What will Timberwolves, Warriors do?

There isn't even a consensus on what the Timberwolves will do with the No. 1 pick, let alone how the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft will play out.

Jordan Greer

Michael Jordan comments on George Floyd's death, finally finds voice on social issues

The NBA legend has been notoriously reticent to make comments about difficult topics.

Tom Gatto

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

I saw Michael Jordan play in person just once, and my only memory isn't even real

Until today, I had a nice memory of watching Michael Jordan play basketball in person — a memory I've shared with my kids, a story I've told friends and coworkers through the years, and something I've semi-cherished as a sports fan for nearly 28 years.

Jason Foster

Tim Duncan coaches Spurs with Gregg Popovich away; Twitter called for Becky Hammon

The franchise legend or the trailblazing assistant? Some on Twitter had thoughts on how they would choose.

Tom Gatto

Zach LaVine caps historic night with 13th 3, completes huge Bulls rally

Chicago trailed by eight with a minute to play and by five with 14 seconds to go in Charlotte on Saturday night. LaVine made the eventual game-winning 3, the last of his 13 treys on the night.

Tom Gatto

NBA Mock Draft 2020: Knicks pick star guard at No. 1; LaMelo Ball lands with Hawks

The 2019-20 college basketball season is here, and with it comes nearly a year of speculation regarding the 2020 NBA Draft.

Chris Stone

Celtics' Marcus Smart speaks out on officiating, heated exchange with Brad Stevens

Boston guard Marcus Smart made his feelings about NBA officials clear Thursday night.

Jordan Greer

Kemba Walker gets tribute video, standing ovation in return to Charlotte

The three-time All-Star, who played eight seasons for the Hornets joining Boston last July, received a warm welcome from the crowd.

Warriors struggle in blowout loss

Golden State will look to get its first win of the season in New Orleans Monday as it hits the road to face the Pelicans.

Ameer Tyree

Doncic gets triple-double in win

Last year's Rookie of the Year notched his ninth career triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

Ameer Tyree

Batum breaks finger vs. Bulls

The 30-year-old reportedly fractured his middle finger during the Hornets' win over the Bulls on Wednesday.

Drew Nantais

Top 10 most overpaid NBA players: Hornets, Timberwolves stuck staring at bad contracts

Let's take a look at the 10 NBA players who will rack up the big bucks this season but may not produce the stats to back up their paychecks.

Kyle Irving

What do the Hornets want to be in a post-Kemba Walker world?

The Hornets must find a new identity following the departure of the franchise's all-time leading scorer.

Jordan Greer

Jordan selling part of Hornets

The team has made just three postseason appearances in the last decade and hasn't won a single playoff series during that span.

Ameer Tyree

MJ pledges $1M for hurricane relief

"The Bahamian people are strong and resilient and I hope that my donation will be of help," Jordan said, in part, in a statement Tuesday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

The worst contracts of 2019 NBA free agency

During the 2019 free agency period, there were surprisingly lucrative deals given to NBA players who don't quite reach superstar status.

Jordan Greer

Kemba pens farewell to Hornets

"This was an extremely tough decision, and I hope people on both sides will take that the right way," Walker wrote.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Hornets, Rozier agree to deal

Rozier, 25, averaged 9.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game for the Celtics in 2018-19.

Ameer Tyree

Celtics frontrunner to land Kemba

Walker and the Hornets have reportedly experienced "sizable gaps and stalemate" in their contract discussions so far.

Kirstie Chiappelli

3 teams with the most on the line

This year's NBA Draft could help quite a few teams accelerate their progress toward success or set them back.

Ameer Tyree

Walker 'top target' for Lakers

Walker, 29, is coming off a career year in which he averaged 25.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 5.9 assists.

Ameer Tyree

Kemba open to pay cut for Hornets

Walker reiterated that he wants to stay in Charlotte and said he is even willing to take less than the maximum the Hornets can pay him.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Lakers, Knicks among Kemba suitors

Walker would make for an interesting addition to the Mavericks alongside 20-year-old Luka Doncic and 7-3 Latvian Kristaps Porzingis.

Travis Durkee

Opta facts on Tony Parker

After 18 seasons in the NBA, Tony Parker has decided to move on. Here are five Opta facts to highlight his career.

Gabrielle McMillen

The forgotten six: GMs, execs evaluate teams that have yet to reach NBA Finals

The Raptors' arrival in the promised land now leaves six franchises that have yet to play in an NBA Finals series. Which of the six has the best chance to make a Finals breakthrough in the near future?

Mitch Lawrence

Kemba Walker addresses free agency

Walker has played eight seasons with the Hornets after they drafted him in 2011.

Chelsea Howard

Zeller being creative to keep Kemba

Walker, 29, was named to the All-NBA third team in 2018-19, making him eligible for a supermax contract.

Ameer Tyree

Bridges shares rookie team thoughts

"I didn’t get snubbed. ... I don’t deserve to be on any team. Next year will be different," Bridges said.

Ameer Tyree

NBA wrap: April 10

Detroit jumped out to an early lead and pulled away for an easy 115-89 victory over the Knicks on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

NBA wrap: April 9

Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki each played their last home games, as both have plans to retire after the season.

Ameer Tyree

NBA playoffs 2019: Odds, predictions as East, West teams fight for final spots

AccuScore has simulated all of the remaining NBA regular season games and come up with probabilities for each team in the playoff race. Here's the full 2019 NBA playoff picture.

AccuScore

Dwyane Wade's retirement tour stop in Charlotte conjures up memories of 'Purple Shirt Guy'

The infamous "Purple Shirt Guy" was nowhere to be found as Heat legend Dwyane Wade closed the Charlotte chapter of his career.

Thomas Schlarp

Frank Kaminsky 'very frustrated' with Hornets as buyout talks stall, SN sources say

A season of disappointment for Hornets forward Frank Kaminsky continues. Sources tell Sporting News that efforts to secure a buyout for Kaminsky to allow him to become a free agent have stalled.

Sean Deveney

NBA All-Star 2019: Magic Johnson avoids Kemba Walker question, says NBA inconsistent on tampering

The Lakers executive and NBA legend says the league treats his franchise unfairly when it comes to comments about other teams' players.

Tom Gatto

Grizzlies, Hornets growing skeptical on Marc Gasol trade, SN sources say

The Hornets and Grizzlies have discussed a trade centered around Marc Gasol, but there is increasing skepticism on both sides that a deal can be completed ahead of Thursday’s deadline.

Sean Deveney

NBA trade rumors: Hornets ready to move Frank Kaminsky, SN sources say

The Hornets may finally be ready to include Frank Kaminsky in a trade ahead of his coming restricted free agency, league sources tell Sporting News.

Sean Deveney

Hornets fan favorite Muggsy Bogues scores big moment for NBA's little guys

Former Hornets guard Muggsy Bogues was honored for his contributions to the franchise as part of the team's 30th anniversary celebration.

Jordan Greer

'NBA 2K19' ratings update: Early-season standouts, disappointments

The 2018-19 NBA season is just two weeks old, but enough games have been played to see the first player ratings changes made within "NBA 2K19."

Bryan Wiedey

Free-agency questions will follow Kemba Walker, even if he's done answering them

At media day, Kemba Walker was unwavering in addressing the 2018-19 season and beyond. But the biggest questions will come when the Hornets take the floor, and the answers could alter the futures of Walker and the only franchise he has ever known.

Jordan Greer

Tony Parker says Spurs offered same deal as Hornets, but role made big difference

Tony Parker's decision to sign with the Hornets ultimately had little to do with the money Charlotte put on the table.

Jordan Greer

NBA schedule release 2018: Trail Blazers, Wizards get creative with reveals on Twitter

Portland and Washington were among the teams that had the most fun announcing their season slates.

Drew Nantais

NBA free agency rumors: Hornets, Nuggets interested in Tony Parker

Tony Parker is on the market as an unrestricted free agent, and he's already receiving significant interest from multiple teams.

Jordan Greer

NBA Draft 2018 trades: Tracking draft-night deals

NBA Draft night usually includes a flurry of trade activity. SN is keeping track of the deals that take place at the 2018 draft.

Tom Gatto

Hornets to interview second Spurs assistant for coaching vacancy

Ime Udoka is the latest Spurs assistant to get added to the Hornets' list of coaching candidates.

Gabe Fernandez

Hornets should look at these 10 coaching candidates to replace Steve Clifford

The Hornets must go back to the drawing board after firing Steve Clifford. General manager Mitch Kupchak might pursue some of these candidates in his search for a new head coach.

Sean Deveney

Cavs vs. Hornets: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

LeBron James and the Cavaliers will face off with Kemba Walker and the Hornets on Wednesday night. Find out how to watch this Eastern Conference matchup.

Kenan Goyette

NBA fans upset Grizzlies were laughing following historic loss vs. Hornets

The Grizzlies were in a laughing/joking mood following their 61-point loss against the Hornets.

Jordan Heck

Dwight Howard notches NBA's first 30-30 game (points, boards) in 7-plus years

Howard has been doing work for lottery-bound Charlotte, averaging a solid double-double over the full season. He was at his best in a comeback win over the Nets in Brooklyn.

Tom Gatto

Wednesday NBA scores, highlights

The Pelicans came back from 15 points down to beat the Spurs as Popovich was ejected in the opening minute of the third quarter.

Thomas Lott

Hornets won't keep GM Rich Cho, expected to pursue former Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak

Hornets owner Michael Jordan is looking to make changes with Charlotte unlikely to reach the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.

Jordan Greer

With NBA coaching jobs available, these lesser-known candidates deserve attention

Sporting News spoke with NBA players, coaches, scouts and GMs to compile a list of top first-time coaching candidates. They aren't big names, but these coaches could help teams like the Bucks, Suns and Grizzlies.

Nubyjas Wilborn

NBA trade rumors: Hornets' Kemba Walker still on market, but move is unlikely

Even with his name floating through the rumor mill, don't expect the Hornets to trade Kemba Walker before Thursday's deadline.

Jordan Greer

Five teams that should call Hornets about trade for Kemba Walker

Kemba Walker has been the lifeblood of the Hornets over the last two-and-a-half seasons, and he can absolutely help a team looking to make a playoff push in the second half of this season.

Scott Rafferty

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 22 games include Celtics-Warriors, Cavaliers-Spurs

The top games in the NBA this week are headlined by a showdown between the East-leading Celtics and West-leading Warriors.

Skylar Rolstad

In potential Kemba Walker trade, Hornets risk losing more than just franchise star

There is a cost for the Hornets in possibly trading All-Star point guard Kemba Walker, and it goes beyond his on-court production.

Jordan Greer

NBA trade rumors: Hornets make Kemba Walker available, prepare to hit reset button

The Hornets have made All-Star point guard Kemba Walker available in trade talks, and they would also like to get rid of one of their bad contracts in a potential deal.

Jordan Greer

Dwight Howard kisses off Wizards after being forced to shoot free throws

The Hornets big man returned pettiness for pettiness late in Charlotte's blowout of Washington.

Tom Gatto

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 15 games include full MLK Day lineup, Warriors-Cavs

This week's NBA schedule includes a few highly-anticipated matchups between top teams, including Warriors vs. Cavs and Warriors vs. Rockets.

Skylar Rolstad

Hornets' Steve Clifford opens up on return to team, health issues: 'It scared me'

After reaching his breaking point in December, Hornets coach Steve Clifford arrived at a fork in the road: continue taking medication to push through the rest of the season, or make long-term health a priority.

Jordan Greer

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 8 games include Cavs-Raptors and Warriors-Bucks

A matchup between two Eastern Conference contenders highlights this week's NBA schedule.

Skylar Rolstad

NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 25 NBA games, including premier Christmas Day matchups

Cavs-Warriors highlights the NBA Christmas Day schedule, but the rest of the week also packs a few must-see games.

Skylar Rolstad

Kevin Durant pulls out 'bag of tricks' to remind everyone Thunder KD still exists

On Wednesday night in Charlotte, Warriors star Kevin Durant sent a message to the rest of the league. He is still an absolute force when necessary, even if basketball fans don't get to see that version of him all that often.

Jordan Greer

Hornets analyst Stephanie Ready on moving back from booth to sideline: 'I was shocked'

Sporting News sat down with Stephanie Ready for a one-on-one interview covering her recent move, balancing being a mother and full-time broadcaster, what lies ahead for her professionally, and more.

Jordan Greer

ESPN's Rachel Nichols confused by Hornets analyst Stephanie Ready's demotion to sideline reporter

Hornets analyst Stephanie Ready is shifting back to the sideline, a move that has disappointed plenty of fans, including ESPN's Rachel Nichols.

Isaiah Thomas can't be ignored any longer

Thomas scored 38 points to help the Celtics upend Anthony Davis and the Pelicans.

Alec Brzezinski

Raptors quietly developed their own 'Big 3' and now the East should be worried

Lowry made 10 of his 17 shot attempts to help Toronto upend the Jazz.

Alec Brzezinski

Clippers can be dangerous again soon — if they can stay healthy

The Clippers have struggled lately without Chris Paul and Blake Griffin, but once they're back, expect Los Angeles to turn from prey to predator again.

Alec Brzezinski

Russell Westbrook upset with reporter for suggesting ball throw at ref was intentional

The most contentious exchange of the night occurred after the game when Westbrook was asked about hitting an official in the head with a thrown ball.

Joe Rodgers

Russell Westbrook receives technical foul for hitting ref in head with ball

The Thunder star apologized for his accidental throw.

Joe Rodgers

The Fifth Quarter Jan. 2

Westbrook was booed after copping Aaron Rodgers' signature celebration, but he also lost a fan after getting blocked by the "Greek Freak."

Joe Rodgers

James Harden in position to push old pal Russell Westbrook in MVP race

James Harden is the first player in NBA history to record at least 50 points, 15 rebounds and 15 assists in one game.

Joe Rodgers

Kyrie Irving, Kevin Love working just fine as part of Cavs' 'Big Three'

LeBron James, Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving all posted double-doubles against the Celtics. Cleveland held on for the win.

Alec Brzezinski

Fifth Quarter: Dec. 28 results

Jimmy Butler scored nine points in the final 2:30 to match his season high with 40 points, including an 18-foot game-winner.

Joe Rodgers

James Harden having career year

James Harden already has nine games this season with 30 points and 10 assists, one more than he had all of last season.

Arthur Weinstein

Robin Lopez levels two Hornets with elbows, gets ejected

Bulls center Robin Lopez delivered simultaneous forearms/elbows to the throats of two Hornets players Friday night.

Marcus Dinitto

Spurs look to start new defensive streak after allowing Harden 31 in win

James Harden snapped an impressive Spurs defensive streak, but San Antonio got the victory anyway.

Alec Brzezinski

Russell Westbrook hits 'em with the Shammgod in history-making triple-double

Russell Westbrook even pulled out the famous Shammgod move after blowing by Suns forward Devin Booker en route to his 50th triple-double.

Joe Rodgers

Rockets break NBA 3-point records in 9th straight win

The Rockets and James Harden made history Friday night as Houston topped New Orleans.

Joe Rodgers

Dragic, Whiteside lead Heat to win

Dragic and Whiteside teamed up to outduel John Wall and Bradley Beal in a thrilling showdown.

Alec Brzezinski

Derrick Rose helping Knicks surge by returning to All-Star form

New York has seemingly solved its decade-old point guard issue, and it came from a somewhat unlikely source in Derrick Rose.

Arthur Weinstein

Kawhi Leonard continues silent takeover of NBA

Leonard is one of the best two-way players in the NBA, but he would never admit it.

Alec Brzezinski

LeBron James reaches yet another NBA milestone

James now possesses the greatest combination of pass and shoot in NBA history.

Alec Brzezinski

Russell Westbrook's triple-double streak puts him in group with MJ, Big O, Wilt

Westbrook became just the fourth player in NBA history to record seven straight triple-doubles.

Alec Brzezinski

Cavaliers, Warriors still look like class of NBA after marquee matchups become laughers

So much for Wednesday night's highly anticipated marquee matchups. Neither was much of a contest.

Ron Clements

Carmelo Anthony tunes up for showdown with LeBron James by lighting up Heat

The Knicks forward scored 35 points in a 114-103 victory in Miami. Up next: a meeting with James and the Cavaliers in New York on Wednesday.

Ron Clements

Cavs upend Raptors in thriller

The Cavs continued their success against Raptors, improving to 3-0 against their new rivals this season.

Alec Brzezinski

Gordon Hayward looking to make serious, loud noise in 2017

After turning in his third straight game of 30-plus points, people may need to start paying attention to the Jazz forward.

Alec Brzezinski

Pronounce Giannis Antetokounmpo's name 'Su-per-star'

Giannis Antetokounmpo is terrorizing teams around the NBA, even as announcers and other players struggle to pronounce his name.

Arthur Weinstein

Pistons' Andre Drummond elbows Roy Hibbert in head, applauds own ejection

The Pistons center was handed a Flagrant 2 foul on the play and will likely face a fine from the NBA.

Steven J. Gaither

Westbrook on triple-double streak

The Thunder star recorded his eighth triple-double of the season in Monday's 112-103 win over the Knicks.

Alec Brzezinski

Carmelo Anthony's OT winner sets up Knicks for home-and-home sweep of Hornets

Carmelo Anthony records his first double-double of the season, but he saves his best for last, hitting the game-winner.

Alec Brzezinski

Warriors figure to be in spirit of giving well after holidays

Golden State was dropping dimes all over Oracle Arena. "That shows we're getting more comfortable with each other," Kevin Durant says.

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Tearful Michael Jordan, 'more than a meme,' receives Presidential Medal of Freedom

"His Airness" was among 21 recipients awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom at the White House.

Ron Clements

Sixers finally win back-to-back

Joel Embiid and the 76ers did something they haven't done in a long time.

Steven J. Gaither

Celtics different squad with Al Horford on floor

Back from a concussion, Horford came up huge in the final seconds to give the Pistons their first home loss.

Joe Rodgers

Dwight Howard says he didn't mean to elbow Cody Zeller in face

Dwight Howard was ejected from Friday's game against the Hornets for elbowing Cody Zeller in the head.

Arthur Weinstein

LeBron, Cavaliers zero in on history after rallying past Raptors

No LeBron James-led team has ever started a season 10-1. His Cavaliers have a chance to become the first after a 121-117 win over Toronto.

Brandon Schlager

Cavaliers not only great, but getting better in 2016-17

The Cleveland Cavaliers are out to an 8-1 start, leaving some to wonder: are they even better than they were in their championship season?

Arthur Weinstein

Joel Embiid set to prove he was worth the wait for the 76ers

The 76ers snapped their 44-game losing streak in the months of October and November.

Alec Brzezinski

Hornets ride hot start to top of Eastern Conference

Charlotte is looking like one of the top teams in the East through seven games.

Steven J. Gaither

Harden joins company with Jordan

The Rockets star has now recorded 30 points and 10 assists in four straight games.

Alec Brzezinski

Russell Westbrook could be too much for Warriors to handle come Thursday's matchup

The Warriors and the Thunder are set to face off Thursday, pitting two former teammates in Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook against each other for the first time this season.

Ron Clements

Bulls can make noise in East if new pieces continue to mesh

Rajon Rondo is fitting in nicely with Dwyane Wade, Jimmy Butler, Robin Lopez and the rest of the group in Chicago.

Travis Durkee

Could LeBron James take smaller role with Cavs?

Kyrie Irving hit a key 3-pointer to help the Cavaliers beat the Raptors in a repeat of last season's Eastern Conference championship. He could take some of the load off King James.

Alec Brzezinski

NBA salary cap jumping to higher-than-expected $94 million, report says

The NBA salary cap will increase by $24 million, according to the Vertical.

Ron Clements

Heat advance as Goran Dragic goes wild in Game 7 blowout over Hornets

The Heat fought back from the brink of elimination to advance in the NBA playoffs with a Game 7 blowout over the Hornets.

Marcus Dinitto

Heat complained to ‘highest levels' of NBA about ref bias in Hornets series, per report

The Heat and Hornets are growing tired of each other and the officals culminating with Game 7 Sunday.

Joe Rodgers

Dwyane Wade, LeBron James say NBA's ref reports 'pointless,' send a bad message

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade say the NBA's practice of issuing reviews of officials is "sending the wrong message" and should end.

Arthur Weinstein

NBA says Dwyane Wade wasn't fouled late in Game 5 against Hornets

The league confirmed no foul happened when Wade drove the baseline in the final seconds.

Gabrielle McMillen

Hornets' Courtney Lee credits Bible study/massage for game-winner vs. Heat

Courtney Lee was the hero for the Hornets, but his masseuse/spiritual adviser was the real MVP.

Steven J. Gaither

Which Hassan Whiteside will show up for Heat in pivotal Game 5?

After averaging 19 points in the Heat's two playoff wins, Whiteside managed a total of 21 points in Games 3 and 4.

Steven J. Gaither

Hornets, Trail Blazers have made things interesting

Written off as sweep candidates not long ago, Portland and Charlotte have hope after taking care of business at home.

Steven J. Gaither

Kevin Durant's ejection in Thunder's win could have repercussions

With just 50 seconds left in the game, Kevin Durant was ejected on a Flagrant 2 foul as the Thunder took a 3-1 series lead over the Mavs.

Gabrielle McMillen

Hornets' Nicolas Batum likely out for remainder of series

Hornets forward Nicolas Batum could miss extended time after spraining his ankle Wednesday against the Heat.

Alec Brzezinski

How each NBA team really feels after Game 1 of their playoff series

We go inside the minds of the NBA's playoff teams after one postseason game.

Steven J. Gaither

Chris Bosh rules himself out of NBA playoffs

Chris Bosh told his Miami Heat teammates after Friday’s practice that he will not play in the NBA Playoffs this season.

Marcus Dinitto

Heat vs. Hornets: NBA playoffs Round 1 schedule, times, TV, prediction

The who, what, where, when and why of the first round matchup between the Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets.

Steven J. Gaither

Cavs clinch top spot, but plenty still up for grabs in East

The middle of the Eastern Conference is still thick with teams jockeying for playoff positioning.

Steven J. Gaither

Blake Griffin's return brings confidence to Clippers

Blake Griffin may have only scored six points Sunday, but the most important thing for the Clippers is that he's back.

Ron Clements

LeBron James dominates Carmelo Anthony, Knicks at MSG

James made sure headlines containing his name focused on his on-court performance as he recorded his third triple-double of the season.

Travis Durkee

Panthers mum on controversial N.C. law as Hornets, Hurricanes, Steph Curry speak up

Politics and sports are colliding in North Carolina.

Steven J. Gaither

Rockets show in loss to Thunder they still can't get out of their own way

Tuesday's loss to OKC is just the latest in what has been a season of disappointments for Houston.

Steven J. Gaither

Hot in HUUUUURRR: Jeremy Lin torches the Spurs, gets photobombed by Nelly

Don't worry, everyone kept their clothes on.

Steven J. Gaither

Warriors seem a little more human after falling to Spurs

With this win, the Spurs have now won 33-straight at home against the Warriors.

Alec Brzezinski

Kevin Love, Kyrie Irving show Cavs can win without LeBron

Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving proved Cleveland has enough firepower to win even if LeBron James doesn't suit up.

Alec Brzezinski

Spurs' defense continues to come up big

The Spurs have held their opponents to 85 points or fewer 20 times this season, double their total from the 2014-15 season.

Alec Brzezinski

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