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Dec 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) looks to make a play as Charlotte Hornets guard KJ Simpson (25) defends during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

A career night for Tidjane Salaun in the win.

Dec 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) looks to make a play as Charlotte Hornets guard KJ Simpson (25) defends during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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A career night for Tidjane Salaun in the win.

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Another ankle injury has sidelined LaMelo Ball.

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Who will take home the rubber match between the Hornets and Raptors?

Dec 1, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives for the basket against Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) in the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Don't sleep on the Charlotte Hornets as a potential landing spot for Giannis Antetokounmpo, although there are a couple of barriers.

Nov 29, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) defends against against the Toronto Raptors during the second quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Alonzo Mourning talked about two current Hornets stars.

Nov 28, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) drives past Chicago Bulls guard Kevin Huerter (13) during the first half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

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Which player is really the centerpiece of this organization?

Kon Knueppel will look to add another good performance to his exceptional rookie season.

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It will take a lot, as Charlotte once again faces major injury problems

Dec 3, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) drives past New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Hornets are struggling again, but there's one thing they can take solace in.

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How is Mark Williams playing after his trade from Charlotte to Phoenix?

Dec 3, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) drives against New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) in the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Charlotte Hornets didn't pull off an upset against the Knicks, but that doesn't mean the game was without positive takeaways.

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The going is going to get even rougher in the final month of the year

Mar 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Josh Green (10) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Hornets are close to getting him back, so what does that mean for the rotation?

Dec 3, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) drives past New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Ball finished with 34 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists.

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If the Hornets made an offer for Giannis, this is what it could look like.

Nov 29, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) brings the ball up court defended by Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (5) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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On a new list featuring each NBA team's top three trade targets, LaMelo Ball was linked to the Portland Trail Blazers.

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How does the staff at Charlotte Hornets on SI see tonight's matchup playing out?

Nov 26, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) drives past New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

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Can the Hornets give one of the top teams in the East a run for their money?

Nov 2, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) brings the ball up court against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Kon beat out teammate Ryan Kalkbrenner to do so.

Nov 29, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) brings the ball up court defended by Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (5) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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LaMelo Ball doesn't want out, but what do the Hornets want?

Dec 1, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) looks to pass the ball against Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) and center Nic Claxton (33) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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It was the Michael Porter Jr show tonight in Brooklyn.

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Tonight marks Salaün's return to the Hornets after nine games in the G-League.

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Can the Charlotte Hornets run their winning streak to three in a row?

Nov 26, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) in a time out during the first half against the New York Knicks at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

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"You just have to keep the process, the long-term vision in mind when you are in these moments."

Oct 22, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) and Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) tip off the game at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

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The Hornets can win their third contest in a row tonight.

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How Charlotte's 'Angle Pop Gut Zoom' decimates opposing defenses.