Real or Not? Surprising Trends Through Opening Week

The first full week of the regular season has played out, and there have been several surprises across the league. Chad Smith takes a look at some of the trends and breaks down which ones are sustainable, and which ones won’t last as the season progresses.

Chad Smith  •  27 Oct 2021
2021-22 Southeast Division Preview

In advance of the 2021-22 season, Tristan Tucker takes a look at how the Southeast Division stacks up. Can the Atlanta Hawks replicate their success from a season ago?

Jeff Hawkins  •  19 Aug 2022
All The Buzz: Hornets Pushing For Playoff Return

The Hornets look like a team on the rise in the East this season. Charlotte is arguably one of the deepest teams in the league, but in order to take the next step as an organization, they must get more from their two All-Stars.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
76ers news: Grant Riller is signed to two-way contract

Point guard Grant Riller has been signed by the Philadelphia 76ers to a two-way contract, according to an announcement made today by Daryl Morey, the team’s president of basketball operations. On November 30, 2020, the guard signed a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets. In the 2020-21 season, Riller spent time playing for both Charlotte […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Four Free Agents Who Can Help Title Contenders

Free agency has largely played itself out but there are still key reserve roles to fill. From savvy veterans to young players with potential, the list of available free agents remains long. Chad Smith looks at four players who could help several title contenders this season.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
Nick Richards Ready to Contribute for the Hornets

For NBA rookies, the start of the 2020-21 season was vastly different than in the past. The COVID-19 pandemic had caused the 2019-20 season to be put on temporary hiatus, and the league eventually resumed play in the bubble in Orlando, FL. The bubble played out long into October and as a result, the 2020 […]

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Pacers rumors: Jeremy Lamb to be traded during season, Lakers interested

Per sources, the Indiana Pacers‘ front office are contemplating a potential in-season trade involving Jeremy Lamb. On October 20, 2021, their season opener begins at the Spectrum Center against the Charlotte Hornets. The team’s backcourt currently consists of Caris LeVert, Malcolm Brogdon and T.J. McConnell. In the 2021 NBA Draft, the Pacers also selected Oregon […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Hornets’ PJ Washington denies Brittany Renner $200k child support rumors

Charlotte Hornets power forward PJ Washington is denying the social media rumor that he is paying $200k per month in child support payments to ex-girlfriend Brittany Renner. Yesterday on Twitter, the 22-year-old power forward broke his silence. He posted, “Stop the cap.” For older adults, this is slang for “stop the lies.” Renner is a […]

James Foglio  •  11 May 2022
NBA Trade Rumors: Pelicans, Hornets pursuing Lauri Markkanen

Lauri Markkanen is a restricted free agent on the Chicago Bulls. The organization is now willing to trade the power forward, however, Bulls general manager Marc Eversley is demanding a first-round pick in return. Two days ago, Markkanen told the media that he has no plans to re-sign with Chicago. According to sources, the New […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021