James Plowright

James Plowright

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Twitter: @British_Buzz Linked In: James Plowright Muck Rack: James Plowright About Me Bylines for: Sports Illustrated, Sky Sports NBA, SB Nation, Queen City Hoops Based in Manchester in the United Kingdom, I have covered the Charlotte Hornets since 2008. When I was 16 years old I won a blogging competition on Bobcats.com, this ignited my passion for journalism and since then I went on to write for a variety of blogs; Hornets Planet, Queen City Hoops and At The Hive. In 2022 I took on the role as site content manager for the Charlotte Hornets Fannation site (AllHornets.com). I am also the founder of the All Hornets Podcast Network, having recorded over 350+ Hornets related podcasts. Awards - The All Hornets podcast was nominated for "Best Team Podcast" in the 2022 Sports Podcast Awards. - I was nominated for "Sports Writer of the Year" in 2013 for LSU Media while studying my B.A in History and International Relations at Loughborough University.

Nov 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard KJ Simpson (25) goes after loose ball during the first half against the New York Knicks at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

5 Stings

Apr 5, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (50) shoots a jumper against Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Nov 4, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) backs toward the basket as Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) plays defense in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Nov 8, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Gameday

Mann was initially listed as "Probable" on the Hornets injury report

Nov 6, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) and forward Brandon Miller (24) during the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

News

Could this be a turning point for Bridges' slow start to the season?

Nov 4, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

News

Ball has yet to miss a game in the 2024-25 season

Nov 2, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) collides with Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-Imagn Images

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What does the film tell us about Ball's issues staying on the court?

Oct 17, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) passes the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Miller picked up the injury during the 1st half of Charlotte's season opener against the Rockets

Oct 15, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) shoots the ball while being defended by New York Knicks center Jericho Sims (20) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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Brandon Miller dunks on Jabari Smith Jr

Oct 8, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and forward Brandon Miller (24) at mid court against the Miami Heat during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

News

Charlotte's depth looks to be much improved for the 2024-25 season

Oct 10, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Keyontae Johnson (7) handle the ball as Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Hornets trim down their final roster ahead of the regular season

Oct 10, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) reacts after a three point basket during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Charlotte Hornets weren't the only team set to surprise the NBA world on draft night.

Hornets Insider James Plowright

A collection of observations and thoughts from Hornets Insider James Plowright

Eric Collins

"Smart People" have been coming up to Collins and asking him about Brandon Miller

Jan 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) looses the ball as he is defended by Charlotte Hornets forward guard Brandon Miller (24) during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

The Charlotte Hornets host the New York Knicks at 5pm EST on October 6th