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Hornets Eye Trade of Ball and Bridges Amid Cultural Reset

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Hornets Eye Trade of Ball and Bridges Amid Cultural Reset

The Charlotte Hornets appear poised to move both LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges before the trade deadline. Owner Jeff Peterson’s front office has repeatedly emphasized a cultural vision that prioritizes character and fit, and longtime critic Tim McMahon has suggested that the two stars simply do not match that blueprint.

JUL 28 2026 Sports Illustrated

Warriors Owner's Post-Steph Drive Could Open Door for Curry

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Warriors Owner's Post-Steph Drive Could Open Door for Curry

The idea of Stephen Curry finishing his career in Charlotte has long been a pipe-dream, a casual "what-if" that never gained traction. Recent chatter, however, suggests the scenario is suddenly more plausible. The Golden State Warriors appear to be moving in the opposite direction of their recent success, while the Charlotte Hornets are enjoying a positive trend.

JUL 27 2026 Sports Illustrated

Hornets Rise in Power Rankings After LeBron Joins 76ers

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Hornets Rise in Power Rankings After LeBron Joins 76ers

The NBA’s latest power-ranking update placed the Charlotte Hornets higher in the Eastern Conference after the Philadelphia 76ers completed the signing of veteran forward LeBron James. The move, announced earlier this week, prompted analysts to reassess how the Hornets fit into the playoff picture, especially as the league’s top-tier free-agent market reshapes team dynamics.

JUL 25 2026 Yahoo Sports

Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball: Knueppel Explains Rebuild Strategy

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Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball: Knueppel Explains Rebuild Strategy

Veteran guard Kon Knueppel sat down with the publication to lay out why the Charlotte Hornets moved LaMelo Ball. The trade, announced this week, represents the most visible roster shift for the franchise since it entered the league. Knueppel, who has been with the Hornets organization for several seasons, framed the decision as a deliberate step in a longer-term plan rather than a reaction to short-term results.

JUL 24 2026 Yahoo Sports

Hornets earn A-Minus for aggressive offseason overhaul

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Hornets earn A-Minus for aggressive offseason overhaul

Zach Kram gave the Charlotte Hornets an A-minus grade after a whirlwind offseason that reshaped a roster that missed the playoffs by a single game and has not been there since 2016. The analyst praised the front office for turning away from short-term contention and instead building a deeper, more flexible foundation anchored by younger talent.

JUL 23 2026 Yahoo Sports

Hornets' Offseason: Grading Charlotte's Risky Rebuild Moves

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Hornets' Offseason: Grading Charlotte's Risky Rebuild Moves

The Charlotte Hornets have been exceptionally busy this offseason, initiating a significant roster overhaul. Moves for moves' sake are not always smart team-building, so it's important to analyze each transaction instead of just noting the volume of activity. A full offseason is the sum of its moves, and for the purposes of this analysis, we will grade every major move and then use those as a composite score for the entire offseason.

JUL 23 2026 Sports Illustrated

Hornets Target Dennis Schroder as Backup for Coby White

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Hornets Target Dennis Schroder as Backup for Coby White

The Charlotte Hornets are actively pursuing a trade for veteran guard Dennis Schroder, a move that would give the team a seasoned backup for point-guard Coby White. Hornets executive Jeff Peterson, who previously worked with Schroder during his stint in Atlanta, has been vocal about the German guard’s fit in Charlotte’s system.

JUL 22 2026 Yahoo Sports

Hornets rookie McNeeley earns All-Summer League second team

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Hornets rookie McNeeley earns All-Summer League second team

Liam McNeeley joined a field of emerging talent in the NBA Summer League and secured a spot on the league’s second team. The honor marks the most visible individual accolade for the Hornets’ rookie class this season and signals that the young wing made a noticeable impact in a highly competitive environment.

JUL 21 2026 NBA.com

Hornets' Opening Night Roster: Who's In and Who's Out

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Hornets' Opening Night Roster: Who's In and Who's Out

The Charlotte Hornets enter the offseason with a full complement of players, reaching the league maximum of roster spots. With the roster at its offseason high, the front office will need to make decisions that trim the group by a few contracts before the regular season begins. The need to reduce the roster is a routine part of preparation for training camp and will shape the team’s composition for the upcoming campaign.

JUL 20 2026 Sports Illustrated

Hornets rookies Steinbach, Anderson earn mixed Summer League grades

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Hornets rookies Steinbach, Anderson earn mixed Summer League grades

The Charlotte Hornets closed the 2026 Summer League with a 1-4 record after opening the tournament with a double-digit victory over the Orlando Magic. The early win was the lone bright spot for a squad that fell short in its final four games, a stark contrast to the championship run the Hornets enjoyed just a year earlier. With the team’s overall performance under scrutiny, the spotlight turned to the two first-round picks that entered the league in 2026 , 14th-overall big man Hannes Steinbach and 18th-overall wing Christian Anderson.

JUL 19 2026 Sports Illustrated

Hornets Pursue Long-Term Deal With Brandon Miller

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Hornets Pursue Long-Term Deal With Brandon Miller

Jeff Peterson, the general manager of Charlotte, confirmed that the organization has already spoken with Brandon Miller and his representation about a new contract now that Miller became extension-eligible. Peterson emphasized the desire to keep Miller in Charlotte for an extended period, stressing that the conversation centers on mutual intent rather than specific financial terms.

JUL 19 2026 Sports Illustrated

Hornets Sign Marshall Forward Wyatt Fricks to Exhibit 10 Deal

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Hornets Sign Marshall Forward Wyatt Fricks to Exhibit 10 Deal

The Charlotte Hornets added 23-year-old forward Wyatt Fricks on an Exhibit 10 contract this summer, giving the former Marshall University product a chance to compete for a roster spot in training camp. Fricks spent all four years of his college career at Marshall, opting to stay despite modest early production, and his loyalty mirrors the work-ethic the Hornets value.

JUL 17 2026 Sports Illustrated

Hornets Salary Cap

Full contracts → Draft history

Total Cap $187.3M

Cap Space -$22.3M

Est. Tax Bill $0

Dead Cap $0

#	Player	Pos	Age	Type	Cap Hit	Guaranteed
1	LaMelo Ball	PG	25	DRK-EXT	$40.8M	$40.8M
2	Miles Bridges	SF	28	FA	$22.8M	$22.8M
3	Brandon Miller	SF	24	RK-1ST	$15.1M	$15.1M
4	Josh Green	SG	26	RK-EXT	$14.7M	$14.7M
5	Grant Williams	PF	28	S&T	$14.3M	$14.3M
6	Kon Knueppel	SF	21	RK-1ST	$10.5M	$10.5M
7	Tidjane Salaun	PF	21	RK-1ST	$8.2M	$8.2M
8	Tre Mann	PG	25	FA	$8.0M	$8.0M
9	Pat Connaughton	SG	34	ROS	$3.8M	—
10	Liam McNeeley	SF	21	RK-1ST	$2.9M	$2.9M
11	Moussa Diabate	PF	25	ROS	$2.5M	$2.5M
12	Sion James	SF	24	RK-2ND	$2.4M	$2.4M
13	Ryan Kalkbrenner	C	25	RK-2ND	$2.4M	$2.4M

Salary data via Spotrac. Updated daily.

#	Team	W	L	PCT
1	BOS Celtics	62	20	.756
2	NYK Knicks	50	32	.610
3	MIL Bucks	49	33	.598
4	CLE Cavaliers	48	34	.585
5	ORL Magic	47	35	.573

#	Team	W	L	PCT
1	OKC Thunder	57	25	.695
2	DEN Nuggets	57	25	.695
3	MIN Timberwolves	56	26	.683
4	LAC Clippers	51	31	.622
5	DAL Mavericks	50	32	.610