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Yahoo Sports: Hornets could push for playoffs behind young core in 2026–27
Yahoo Sports outlines why Charlotte, after offseason retooling and trading LaMelo Ball, could contend for a playoff spot around Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel. The piece highlights roster additions (Coby White, Naz Reid, veterans) and the larger expectation that Miller will have an expanded offensive role.
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Former Hornets first‑round pick Nick Smith Jr. signs with Real Madrid
SI reports Nick Smith Jr., a former Charlotte first-round pick, is headed to Spain to join Real Madrid in a move away from the NBA. The signing represents another Hornets draft pick moving overseas and affects the franchise’s list of former selections now continuing careers internationally.
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Hornets rout Magic 130-111 as reserves ignite 3-point barrage
Associated Press recap reports Charlotte beat the Orlando Magic 130-111 with reserve guard Coby White scoring 27 and the team making 21 of 46 threes. The win continued a positive stretch for Charlotte and highlights the bench’s three-point shooting as a potential season strength.
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Hornets make a string of preseason roster moves and announce DAZN streaming partner
Local Hornets beat site At The Hive reports the team executed multiple short‑term signings and waivers (mostly Exhibit 10–type moves) intended to funnel players to the Greensboro Swarm. The Hornets also announced DAZN as the streaming partner for non‑nationally televised games in 2026‑27 and released their home‑game promo schedule. These items affect who will be in Swarm camp and how out‑of‑market fans can watch Hornets games.
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Moussa Diabaté identified as potential Knicks trade target for Hornets
Yahoo Sports cites Jake Fischer reporting that Moussa Diabaté has emerged on the Knicks’ radar and could be a name other teams, including Charlotte, are monitoring. The item frames Diabaté as a possible trade chip around league interest but is presented as early-market scouting rather than a confirmed deal.
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Tracy McGrady says Brandon Miller can be the Hornets’ franchise player this season
Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady publicly voiced confidence that Brandon Miller can take the next step and become the Hornets’ franchise player now that LaMelo Ball is gone. The endorsement underscores external expectations and spotlight on Miller as Charlotte’s primary on‑court leader in 2026‑27.
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NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that Charlotte is still among teams being tracked in the market for Sacramento’s Domantas Sabonis, but he said the Hornets aren’t motivated to meet the Kings’ current asking price. The update suggests the Hornets could be a possible suitor if the price falls, but no trade is imminent.
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Domantas Sabonis trade talks involving Hornets face steep asking price from Kings
BasketNews relays Jake Fischer reporting that Sacramento’s asking price for Domantas Sabonis is high, and that Charlotte is unlikely to meet that demand now. The report indicates the Hornets are monitoring Sabonis but that a deal is unlikely unless the Kings reduce their demands.
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NBA lists confirmed Hornets offseason signings and departures
NBA.com published its official offseason deals page listing Charlotte’s confirmed moves, including re‑signing Coby White and arrivals Grayson Allen, Dorian Finney‑Smith, Royce O’Neale, Naz Reid, Dennis Schröder, Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson Jr., and departures including LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges. This formalizes the Hornets’ new roster construction ahead of training camp.
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WSOC-TV reports the Charlotte Hornets revealed their theme nights and promotional giveaways for the season, including free T-shirts on opening night at Spectrum Center and specific themed nights like Breast Cancer Awareness Night and Buzz City Kids Day.
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Hornets regular-season games to air free over-the-air in Charlotte market on WSOC Channel 9
Cord Cutters News reports the Hornets announced that every regular-season game not nationally televised will be available free over the air in the Charlotte market on WSOC Channel 9 (and TV64). This affects local broadcast access for fans and may expand viewership reach.
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Cleveland trades Dennis Schröder and cash to Hornets for Tre Mann
ESPN reports the Cleveland Cavaliers have sent guard Dennis Schröder and cash to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for guard Tre Mann. The move alters Charlotte’s backcourt depth and adds a veteran playmaker ahead of training camp. This is a confirmed transaction reported by ESPN sources.
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Report: Brandon Miller extension, health top Hornets’ training camp storylines
Sports Illustrated’s Hornets preview highlights two primary training‑camp questions: whether the team will sign Brandon Miller to a contract extension and the uncertain timeline for his return from offseason left‑shoulder surgery — both factors that will shape Charlotte’s starting lineup and early season outlook.
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NBA recap frames Hornets’ offseason additions and season outlook
An NBA.com Southeast‑division offseason recap lists Charlotte’s additions (Christian Anderson, Grayson Allen, Dorian Finney‑Smith, Royce O’Neale, Naz Reid, Dennis Schröder, Hannes Steinbach) and subtractions (LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, Josh Green, Tre Mann, Xavier Tillman), and projects Coby White as the point guard with Brandon Miller as the team’s top scoring option. The piece situates the Hornets’ roster changes in the division context heading into 2026‑27.
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Charlotte Observer eliminates Hornets beat writer position
Hoops Wire and subsequent reports say The Charlotte Observer eliminated Hornets beat reporter Rod Boone’s position as part of McClatchy layoffs, leaving the paper without a dedicated Hornets beat writer ahead of training camp. This reduces local daily coverage and access to independent reporting on the team.
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