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1:21Timberwolves Don't Improve Stock After LaMelo Ball Move
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1:45NBA Offseason Grades: Charlotte Hornets
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1:54Moves Lakers Can Make to Become Title Contenders
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1:27Reports: Lakers Sign Quentin Grimes and Collin Sexton
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12:09Biggest Questions for NBA's Eastern Conference
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1:10Hornets: What's the Post-LaMelo Ball Plan?
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8:51Miles Bridges Traded to the Suns
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0:48Breaking: Hornets Trade Miles Bridges to the Suns
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1:52Heat Looking to Load Up on Shooting After Giannis Trade?
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1:47Should the Raptors Trade for Ja Morant?
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9:05Expectations For Hornets After Trading Away LaMelo Ball
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1:56Where does LaMelo Ball-Anthony Edwards combo rank among NBA's best?
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1:40Hornets To Re-Sign Coby White To 3-Year, $74M Deal
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1:22Is Trading LaMelo Ball Best for the Hornets?
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1:41Expectations For the Charlotte Hornets
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1:51Projecting the Timberwolves' New-Look Lineup
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11:15LaMelo Ball Joins Anthony Edwards on the Timberwolves
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1:58Expectations for the Post-LaMelo Hornets
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1:17What Are the Expectations for the Timberwolves?
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1:27Breaking Down the Timberwolves' New-Look Roster
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Top Hornets News
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Hornets' Coby White: Increasing workload in practice
Head coach Charles Lee said Sunday that White (calf) is without a definitive timetable for a return, though he's been ramping up and taking more contact in practice, Nick Carboni of WCNC Charlotte reports.
Lee wouldn't confirm whether White will miss Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Nets, so he can be considered highly questionable for that contest until further notice. If the 26-year-old guard needs to miss time to begin the regular season, Dennis Schroder and Christian Anderson would likely see an uptick in minutes.
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Hornets' Kon Knueppel: Ramping up toward return
Head coach Charles Lee said Sunday that Knueppel (hamstring) is still without a timetable for a return, though he's been ramping up and taking more contact in practice, Nick Carboni of WCNC Charlotte reports.
Knueppel missed the preseason with a left hamstring injury, though it's encouraging to see him ramping up his workload ahead of the regular season. Lee wouldn't comment on the second-year wing's status for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Nets, so he can be considered highly questionable until more information comes to light.
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Hornets' Tidjane Salaun: Posts nine points off bench
Salaun supplied nine points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and four rebounds over 19 minutes in Friday's 117-98 preseason loss to the Grizzlies.
Salaun was efficient off the bench, making four of his six shots two nights after scoring 16 points against Boston. The third-year forward will be competing for wing minutes, but he should be set up for increased production if Kon Knueppel (hamstring) is limited in the near future.
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Hornets' Naz Reid: Remains solid in preseason play
Reid posted 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes during Friday's 117-98 preseason loss to the Grizzlies.
Reid reached double figures in four preseason games, averaging 13.3 points over the span. Charlotte acquired the veteran big man from Minnesota in the June trade that sent LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves, and he's expected to start at center for the regular season in a move that should benefit both teams.
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Hornets' Christian Anderson: Leads team in assists
Anderson tallied 15 points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal across 22 minutes in Friday's 117-98 preseason loss to the Grizzlies.
Anderson led Charlotte in assists and got to the line nine times, scoring in double figures for the second time in as many preseason appearances. Conversely, he committed four turnovers on a night when the Hornets coughed it up 24 times. The No. 18 overall pick in the 2026 draft could find backup point guard minutes early in the season if Coby White (calf) remains sidelined.
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Hornets' Hannes Steinbach: Records double-double in preseason finale
Steinbach logged 19 points (7-9 FG, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds and three steals over 28 minutes during Friday's 117-98 preseason loss to the Grizzlies.
Steinbach exploded off the bench for a double-double, leading Charlotte in scoring and rebounding after totaling just 17 points across his previous three preseason appearances. The rookie checked in early for Ryan Kalkbrenner and played a team-high 28 minutes. With Moussa Diabate (elbow) sidelined, the No. 14 overall pick could be working his way up to quality minutes once the season begins.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Scores 15 points with three stocks
Miller registered 15 points (4-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two assists, one steal and two blocks over 25 minutes in Friday's 117-98 preseason loss to the Grizzlies.
Miller struggled with his shot over Charlotte's final two preseason games, going 8-for-29 from the floor, but he still delivered with the counting stats. Miller's shooting percentage has never been his strong suit, but he has a knack for stuffing the stat sheet and should see a large uptick in usage this season with the departure of LaMelo Ball. He'll make for a solid mid-round target on draft day.
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Hornets' Grayson Allen: Inactive Friday
Allen (knee) didn't play in Friday's 117-98 preseason loss to the Grizzlies.
Allen missed a third consecutive contest due to right knee soreness. If he's unable to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against Atlanta, Sion James and Royce O'Neale could see increased minutes.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Starting Friday
Kalkbrenner is in the Hornets' starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.
Kalkbrenner will draw the start for Friday's preseason finale while Moussa Diabate (elbow) is sidelined. Across three preseason games, Kalkbrenner has averaged 4.3 points and 3.3 rebounds over 15.4 minutes per game. It's unclear what his role will look like for the 2026-27 season given the presence of both Diabate and rookie first-rounder Hannes Steinbach.
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Hornets' Sion James: Starting Friday
James will start in Friday's preseason finale against the Grizzlies.
This will be James' first start this preseason and he'll be joined in the first unit by Dennis Schroder, Brandon Miller, Naz Reid and Ryan Kalkbrenner. Across 19 starts last season, James averaged 5.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 triples per contest on 35/33/83 shooting splits.
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Hornets' Royce O'Neale: Headed to bench
O'Neale will come off the bench in Friday's preseason finale in Memphis.
Sion James will replace O'Neale in the first unit for Friday's final exhibition game. In two games off the bench this preseason, O'Neale is averaging 6.0 points and 3.0 assists in 16.9 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Moussa Diabate: Dealing with right elbow injury
Diabate has been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale against the Grizzlies due to a right elbow injury.
Diabate can be considered day-to-day moving forward, and his status for Wednesday's regular-season opener in Brooklyn remains unclear. If he's sidelined, Ryan Kalkbrenner and rookie Hannes Steinbach would be candidates for increased roles.
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Hornets' Naz Reid: Struggles with shot
Reid finished with 12 points (4-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes in Wednesday's 114-93 preseason loss to Boston.
Reid led Charlotte with six rebounds but couldn't find his shooting touch, converting just four of 14 attempts while missing five shots from beyond the arc. The versatile big man started alongside Moussa Diabate and continued to see opportunities on the perimeter, though his offensive efficiency will be worth monitoring as he settles into his role with the Hornets.
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Hornets' Christian Anderson: Scores 10 in preseason debut
Anderson (ankle) recorded 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and two steals across 21 minutes in Wednesday's 114-93 preseason loss to Boston.
After missing Charlotte's first two preseason contests with an ankle sprain, Anderson made an efficient return, shooting 50 percent from the field while connecting on two of three attempts from deep. The rookie guard also contributed defensively with two steals, giving the Hornets a promising look at his potential as he competes for backcourt minutes.
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Hornets' Royce O'Neale: Perfect from field Wednesday
O'Neale delivered 12 points (4-4 FG, 4-4 3Pt) in 23 minutes while chipping in two rebounds and two assists during Wednesday's preseason loss to the Celtics.
Getting the start with Kon Knueppel (hamstring), Coby White (calf) and Grayson Allen (knee) all missing from the backcourt, O'Neale was perfect with his shooting opportunities, although he also committed five turnovers. It's not clear if any of those guards will be ready for Opening Night, so O'Neale could find himself in a bigger role than expected to begin the campaign. The veteran forward was dealt to Charlotte in June after averaging a career-high 9.8 points and 2.7 threes over 78 regular-season games for Phoenix in 2025-26.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Struggles with shot in preseason loss
Miller scored 16 points (4-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 5-5FT) while adding five rebounds and two steals in 27 minutes during Wednesday's preseason loss to the Celtics.
With a number of key backcourt players unavailable, the Hornets went with a big starting five that shifted Miller to shooting guard while Royce O'Neale joined Naz Reid and Moussa Diabate in the frontcourt. The alignment didn't seem to suit Miller, although he did tie Tidjane Salaun for the team scoring lead. Miller heads into his fourth NBA season mainly looking to prove he can stay healthy after missing a combined 72 regular-season games over the prior two campaigns.
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Hornets' Tidjane Salaun: Buries four triples Wednesday
Salaun recorded 16 points (5-9 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist over 22 minutes in Wednesday's 114-93 preseason loss to the Celtics.
Salaun led Charlotte in scoring, fueled by four three-pointers off the bench. The 2024 first-round pick will look to take a step forward during the 2026-27 campaign after averaging 6.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 15.5 minutes per contest across 37 regular-season appearances last season.
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Hornets' Grayson Allen: Doesn't play Wednesday
Allen (knee) did not play in Wednesday's 114-93 preseason loss to the Celtics.
Allen missed Sunday's game due to right knee soreness and remained sidelined for Wednesday's defeat. His final chance to suit up during the preseason will come Friday against the Grizzlies.
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Hornets' Liam McNeeley: Relegated to bench Wednesday
McNeeley is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Boston.
McNeeley started the first two preseason games but will shift to a reserve role in Boston, making way for Royce O'Neale in the starting five. In 31 regular-season appearances as a rookie last season, McNeeley averaged 4.3 points and 2.4 rebounds in 11.9 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Royce O'Neale: Slated to start Wednesday
O'Neale is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Boston.
After coming off the bench in his first two preseason appearances, O'Neale will move into the starting five for the first time with Charlotte. In 78 regular-season games (67 starts) with Phoenix last year, the veteran forward averaged 9.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 28.4 minutes per contest.
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Injuries
| Player | Injury |
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| K. Knueppel SF Kon Knueppel SF | Hamstring |
| C. White PG Coby White PG | Calf |
| M. Diabate PF Moussa Diabate PF | Elbow |
| G. Allen SG Grayson Allen SG | Knee |
| K. Boswell PG Kylan Boswell PG | Knee |