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03/03/2020

Toronto Raptors fall to scrappy Charlotte Hornets at home | NBA News

For the very first time in greater than 2 months, the Toronto Raptors get on a shedding touch. Terry Rozier struck a tiebreaking cost-free toss with 2.1 secs staying as the Charlotte Hornets beat Toronto 99-96 on Friday evening, handing the Raptors their 2nd successive loss and also simply their 3rd...

02/03/2020

Charlotte Hornets: Is there a plan going into next season?

Not in pursuit of a playoff spot anytime soon, the Charlotte Hornets must implement an offseason plan as the next step towards getting there. Kemba Walker spent eight years as a member of the Charlotte Hornets.

01/03/2020

Hornets Former Lottery Pick Malik Monk Suspended Indefinitely for Violating NBA’s Anti-Drug Policy

It looks like Malik Monk might have celebrated his first career start yesterday a bit too excessively. The Charlotte Hornets guard and former lottery pick has been suspended indefinitely by the NBA for violating the league's anti-drug program.

29/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets: Who should get the most opportunity with Malik Monk suspended?

With Malik Monk’s suspension, there are a few players that now have potentially expanded roles with the Charlotte Hornets this season. This week was a tough week for Charlotte Hornets fans. Third-year guard Malik Monk was suspended indefinitely for violating the league’s anti-drug program.

28/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets' Malik Monk Banned Indefinitely for Drug Violation

The NBA announced on Wednesday that Charlotte Hornets third-year guard Malik Monk has been suspended indefinitely without pay due to violation of the league's anti-drug program.

27/02/2020

NBA's Malik Monk Suspended for Violating League's Anti-Drug Program

Charlotte Hornets player Malik Monk -- the 11th pick in the 2017 NBA Draft -- has been suspended indefinitely without pay for violating the terms of the league's drug policy. The details are unclear -- the NBA has not said if Monk tested dirty or simply failed to comply with the drug testing ... but...

26/02/2020

Pacers vs. Hornets: How to watch, schedule, live stream info, game time, TV channel

The Charlotte Hornets have quite the challenge ahead of them as they're expected to be blown off the court. They will take on the Indiana Pacers at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Bankers Life Fieldhouse after a few days off. Neither of those teams managed to put together many points in their previous conte...

25/02/2020

NBA Game Forecasts, Picks and Previews with Projected Scoreboard for Feb 25

The Pacers are solidly favored to win based on simulations and the current odds. The projected score is Pacers 110 and Hornets 100, and Indiana is winning 73% of the sims. The moneyline for the Pacers is -621 which translates to 86 percent (chance of winning). The moneyline has not moved significant...

25/02/2020

CofC alum Joe Chealey signs 10-day contract with Charlotte Hornets

College of Charleston basketball alum Joe Chealey will be ballin' in the NBA as part of the Charlotte Hornets for a few games. Chealey, an Orlando native, originally signed with the Hornets organization in July 2018 after graduating from the College. The terms of the 10-day deal were not disclosed.

24/02/2020

Hornets vs. Nets: How to watch live stream, TV channel, NBA start time

After three games on the road, the Charlotte Hornets are heading back home. They will take on the Brooklyn Nets at 7 p.m. ET Saturday at Spectrum Center. The Hornets aren't favored, but they just beat the odds in their last matchup, so don't count them out.

23/02/2020

Nets vs. Hornets: Brooklyn Chases What's Next in Charlotte

Uncertainty has been a fact of life for the Brooklyn Nets this year. “A roller coaster year,” is how general manager Sean Marks described it in the wake of his Thursday announcement that Kyrie Irving would undergo shoulder surgery and miss the remainder of the season.

23/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets: It’s important not to settle for mediocrity – again

As the Charlotte Hornets are rebuilding around their young core, it is important for them not to settle for mediocrity again. When casual NBA fans think about the Charlotte Hornets, it is rare to hear many positive memories, emotions or takes connected to the franchise. As a team that has been eithe...

22/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets sign former College of Charleston basketball star to 10-day contract

The Charlotte Hornets have signed former College of Charleston standout Joe Chealey to a 10-day contract. Mitch Kupchak, the Hornets President of Basketball Operations and General Manager, announced the signing Friday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

22/02/2020

Hornets signs CofC alum Joe Chealey to 10-day contract

CHARLOTTE, NC - Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations & General Manager Mitch Kupchak announced today that the team has signed guard Joe Chealey to a 10-day contract. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

21/02/2020

Watch Bulls vs. Hornets: How to live stream, TV channel, start time for Thursday's NBA game

After two games on the road, the Chicago Bulls are heading back home. After a few days' rest for both teams, they and the Charlotte Hornets will meet up at 8 p.m. ET Thursday at United Center. The Bulls stagger in eager to bring about an end to their six-game losing streak.

21/02/2020

Hornets vs. Bulls odds, line, spread: 2020 NBA picks, Feb. 20 predictions from advanced computer model

The Chicago Bulls will take on the Charlotte Hornets at 8 p.m. ET Thursday at United Center. The Bulls are 19-36 overall and 11-16 at home, while Charlotte is 18-36 overall and 10-19 on the road. The Bulls lost their last six games before the All-Star break. The Hornets won two in a row before the b...

20/02/2020

How to watch Bulls vs. Hornets: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Thursday's NBA game

After two games on the road, the Chicago Bulls are heading back home. After a few days' rest for both teams, they and the Charlotte Hornets will meet up at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday at United Center. Chicago staggers in eager to bring about an end to their six-game losing streak.

20/02/2020

What Michael Jordan is willing to do for Hornets to win an NBA championship

Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan had numerous successes throughout his playing career. Jordan retired a perfect 6-for-6 in all NBA Finals appearances, which is part of the reason his resume stacks up against just about any other player in NBA history.

19/02/2020

Game Preview: NBA Rising Stars game featuring a few Charlotte Hornets

With the NBA Rising Stars game tonight, a few Charlotte Hornets have a great opportunity to leave a mark on national television. The Charlotte Hornets fanbase had somewhat of a pleasant surprise when the NBA Rising Stars game roster had three Hornets on it! Some may have assumed Devonte’ Graham wo...

19/02/2020

The Charlotte Hornets need a hard reset and it begins at the top

Despite a young and talented roster, the Charlotte Hornets continue their woeful ways. Ah, the Charlotte Hornets. Folks, I smell trouble. As we head out of the NBA All-Star break, and into the stretch run of the 2019-20 season, the Hornets have the sixth-worst record in the NBA. They boast a lacklus...

18/02/2020

Video: Hornets’ Miles Bridges shows insane hops with epic one-hand slam

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges has insane hops. He showed them off in the Rising Stars game with a nasty off-the-backboard slam to himself. Not too many people are watching the Hornets outside of Charlotte. With that said, the Rising Stars game is a great night for Bridges to let people in....

18/02/2020

Hornets’ Miles Bridges boldly predicts Devonte’ Graham to win 3-point shootout

In an interview after winning Rising Stars MVP, Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges was asked whether he’s staying for the remainder of the All-Star Weekend. The small forward said yes without hesitation. He then boldly added that it was to watch Hornets teammate Devonte’ Graham win the thre...

17/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets: Miles Bridges named MVP of NBA Rising Stars game at All-Star Weekend

Miles Bridges made the most of the stage he was on Friday night. The second-year forward for the Charlotte Hornets was named MVP of the NBA's Rising Stars game at All-Star Weekend in Chicago after helping lead Team USA to a 151-131 win over the World Team with a stat line of 20 points, five rebounds...

17/02/2020

10 Years Later: Michael Jordan's Purchase Of Hornets Was A Genius Move

Sports icon Michael Jordan will forever be best remembered as the greatest basketball player of all-time, but MJ has been just as savvy with his mind off the court. Following the 2005-06 campaign, three years after playing his final NBA season, Jordan joined the Charlotte Bobcats (now Hornets) owner...

16/02/2020

Graham Shooting for More Hornets History at Three-Point Contest

One night after Miles Bridges’ Rising Stars Challenge MVP honors, Devonte’ Graham will look to keep the Charlotte Hornets in the spotlight in tonight’s Three-Point Contest starting at 8 PM EST at the United Center in Chicago.

16/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets comeback for win against Minnesota Timberwolves

In their last game before the All-Star break, the Charlotte Hornets managed to win in comeback fashion against the Minnesota Timberwolves. With injuries plaguing the Charlotte Hornets in their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team still managed to come out with a victory. The Hornets cam...

15/02/2020

Hornets’ Miles Bridges wins NBA Rising Stars MVP

The recently concluded Rising Stars Challenge had its fair share of entertainment, including half-court shots, 20-point performances, and high-flying dunks. Charlotte Hornets sophomore Miles Bridges of Team USA especially shined in the second half. The Hornets forward tweeted, “Alright bet” at h...

15/02/2020

Charlotte Hornets: Has Malik Monk has been unleashed?

After a cold first half of the season, Malik Monk has been giving the Charlotte Hornets some good minutes as of late. The Charlotte Hornets have gotten a lot of production from Malik Monk lately. Monk will head into the All-Star break hot, almost making fans forget about his cold start to the season...

14/02/2020

Ten things I like and don't like, including the mental game of the NBA champs

1. The mental dexterity of the defending champion Toronto Raptors. Toronto's 15-game winning streak is over, but man, is this team a joy. The Raptors bring a combination of toughness, intelligence, and confidence that is really hard to find.