Colin Keane

Joined: Aug 8, 2025

Colin Keane is a contributing journalist for "UConn Huskies On SI." Born in Illinois, Colin grew up in Massachusetts as the third of four brothers. For his high school education, Colin attended St. Mark's School (Southborough, MA), where he played basketball and soccer and served as student body president. He went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Villanova University. Colin currently resides in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. For all business/marketing inquiries regarding "UConn Huskies On SI," please reach out to Scott Neville: scott@wtfsports.org

Dec 31, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Charlotte Hornets rookie Sion James has injected the franchise with defensive purpose, which was the club's most glaring weakness before his arrival.

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Melo to L.A.? It's more of a pipe dream for the Clippers.

Former Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul.

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Chris Paul will be available to sign this season, and the Charlotte Hornets have reasons to bring him aboard, just as they have reasons to stay away.

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The Charlotte Hornets passed on Zach Edey in the 2024 NBA draft, and Edey's been a revelation for the Memphis Grizzlies this year.

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The Sacramento Kings reportedly aren't interested in LaMelo Ball, but they should look in the mirror and acknowledge that they're not a serious organization.

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LaMelo Ball trade buzz continues to surround the Charlotte Hornets, but trading Melo now would be unwise for Charlotte from a leverage standpoint.

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons compared Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel to a Boston Celtics legend during a new podcast.

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Charlotte Hornets second-year wing Tidjane Salaun had himself a career night against the Raptors, showing that patience and G League reps are important.

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.

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.

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.

Nov 23, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) dribbles against Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel has garnered plenty of praise lately, and the most recent player to compliment him was a former NBA MVP.

Colin Keane

Joined: Aug 8, 2025

Steve Kerr compares Hornets' Kon Knueppel to Hall of Fame Warriors shooting guard

With Warriors cooked, a Stephen Curry-Hornets trade could be good for everyone

Why the Hornets' plan to limit LaMelo Ball's minutes doesn't make any sense

Imagining what an Anthony Davis-Hornets trade would look like this winter

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Why Sion James must be at the center of the Charlotte Hornets' future

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Unpacking the latest LaMelo Ball-Clippers trade idea for Hornets

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Reasons the Hornets should (and shouldn't) sign Chris Paul this season

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Hornets might be regretting not drafting Zach Edey in 2024, but it's complicated

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LaMelo Ball given unfair title amid trade buzz involving hypocritical Kings

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LaMelo Ball's value to Hornets called into question, but trade also feels unlikely

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Bill Simmons compares Kon Knueppel to Celtics Hall of Famer not named Larry Bird

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Tidjane Salaun's career night a reflection of Hornets' sound developmental program

Hornets could actually compete with best trade packages for Giannis Antetokounmpo

3 positive takeaways for Hornets after loss To Knicks at Madison Square Garden

LaMelo Ball lands among this Western Conference team's top trade targets on new list

Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel receives clear evaluation from former NBA MVP guard