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Brandon Miller gets honest about his mindset when blocking Giannis Antetokounmpo's shot | Sporting News Brandon Miller went viral by blocking Giannis Antetokounmpo at the rim, and he has admitted what happened after.

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Tidjane Salaün - Falls out of the rotation Salaun (coach's decision) didn't appear off the bench Monday in the Hornets' 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact After being recalled from the G League's Greensboro Swarm in late November, Salaun had emerged as a regular part of the Charlotte rotation. From Dec. 1 through this past weekend, Salaun had appeared in 18 of 19 games and averaged 7.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.2 three-pointers and 0.9 assists in 18.6 minutes per contest, with his only absence during that stretch being the result of a sore left ankle. However, with Grant Williams now back to full health after missing the start of the season while recovering from knee surgery, the Hornets no longer appear to have room on the second unit for Salaun. If playing time continues to be hard to come by for the second-year forward over the next handful of games, Salaun could be sent back to Greensboro in order to pick up steady minutes.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Miller - Solid all-around showing Miller recorded 13 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Monday's 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Miller provided a fairly balanced output Monday, and the 33 minutes were his most in the last three games. The star forward has averaged 17.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks in 28.6 minutes per contest over six games this month, shooting 43.2 percent from beyond the arc.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Making sense of Tre Mann's season: Why a single game does not tell the whole story On Saturday, Utah's Cody Williams recorded the worst +/- in NBA history at a -60 in the team's 55-point loss to the Charlotte Hornets. “He p...

13 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Kon Knueppel - Posts 18 points in defeat Knueppel finished with 18 points (8-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and four assists over 35 minutes during Monday's 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Knuepell had a solid night despite failing to convert beyond the arc during the loss. The 2025 first-round pick keeps the 2025-26 ROY race close, as his average of 19.1 points is currently tied with Cooper Flagg. Knueppel is aided by an excellent 48.0 percent conversion rate from the floor, and he currently sinks three-pointers at a 42.5-percent clip.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Moussa Diabaté - Logs impressive 13/15 line Diabate closed with 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal in 35 minutes during Monday's 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Diabate was an excellent bright spot during the loss, as the 2025 second-round pick continued to hold onto the starting role despite Ryan Kalkbrenner's return. Kalkbrenner scored only two points over 13 minutes during the loss, and while it may be the team's intent to bring Kalkbrenner back slowly, Diabate is definitely making a case for more time at the five. He logged a solid 8.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 0.9 blocks during Kalkbrenner's seven-game absence.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

LaMelo Ball - Paces team with 25 points Ball contributed 25 points (11-24 FG, 3-11 3Pt), nine rebounds, five assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Monday's 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Ball scored seven consecutive points in the third quarter to put the game within striking distance, but the Clippers were ultimately able to hold off the Hornets, who have now lost three of their last four contests. After an injury-plagued start to the season, Ball has managed to rattle off 14 consecutive appearances, averaging 20.9 points, 6.8 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 1.3 steals over the span.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leonard scores 35, Harden moves to 9th place on NBA's scoring list as Clippers beat Hornets 117-109

Kawhi Leonard score 35 points and James Harden scored 32 to move into ninth place on the NBA’s career scoring list, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 117-109...

22 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

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Clippers star James Harden passes Shaquille O'Neal for 9th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list

James Harden has passed Shaquille O’Neal for ninth place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Carmelo Anthony has perfect rebuttal to inaccurate LaMelo Ball criticism LaMelo Ball has gotten unwanted flak from a lot of folks, but Carmelo Anthony appears to be a huge fan of the Charlotte Hornets star.

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Hornets' historic win came with an important Grant Williams reminder The Charlotte Hornets earned a historic win over the Utah Jazz, and Grant Williams gave them a good reminder in the victory.

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Collin Sexton - Ruled out Monday Sexton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Sexton will miss his first game since Dec. 22 due to left hamstring soreness, and his next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Lakers. With the 27-year-old guard unavailable, Sion James, Josh Green and Tre Mann are candidates for increased minutes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Miles Bridges - Good to go Monday Bridges (knee) has been cleared to play Monday against the Clippers.

Impact As anticipated, Bridges has been given the green light to suit up Monday night despite dealing with right knee soreness. He was fairly sluggish by his standards Saturday against Utah, finishing with 15 points on 5-for-6 from the field, but he isn't expected to face any kind of limitation Monday night.

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The Charlotte Hornets get huge praise for building a promising team | Sporting News The Hornets are quite promising moving forward, and they have been doing well with building the team.

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Pat Connaughton - Won't play Monday Connaughton (illness) is out for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Connaughton was upgraded to questionable leading up to Monday's matchup, but he's since been ruled out while dealing with an illness. His next chance to take the court will arrive Thursday against the Lakers.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hornets look to end losing streak that dates back to the Charlotte Bobcats | Sporting News The Hornets could put history behind themselves with a win tonight.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tre Mann trade idea will do Hornets' core trio a huge favor An interesting trade idea featuring Tre Mann could solve one of the Charlotte Hornets' lingering problems that have affected their three bes...

1 DAY AGO • SWARMANDSTING.COM

NBA Best Bets Monday: Jazz vs Cavaliers, Lakers vs Kings, Hornets vs Clippers | Deadspin.com Monday NBA betting picks featuring Jazz vs Cavaliers, Lakers vs Kings, and Hornets vs Clippers with spreads and player props.

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Charlotte Hornets at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions The Charlotte Hornets and LA Clippers meet Monday in Inglewood, California, with tip-off set for 10:30 p.m. ET.

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Grant Williams inspires hope that Hornets can snap 15-game skid vs. Clippers Grant Williams appear confident the Charlotte Hornets can defeat the LA Clippers, thanks to what he has seen recently from his squad.

1 DAY AGO • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Hornets have intriguing alternative if LaMelo Ball relationship goes south If the Charlotte Hornets have no choice but to trade LaMelo Ball, they could explore swapping him for a different star point guard.

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This Charlotte Hornets lineup leads the league in net rating | Sporting News Pretty impressive for a 12th placed team.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pat Connaughton - Could return Monday Connaughton (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Connaughton was unable to play against the Jazz on Saturday due to an illness. The veteran forward could return Monday, though he hasn't been a consistent part of the Hornets' rotation and would likely ride the bench if available.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Collin Sexton - Iffy for Monday Sexton is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Clippers due to left hamstring soreness.

Impact The hamstring issue is a new concern for Sexton, who hasn't missed a game since Dec. 22. If the 27-year-old guard is ultimately ruled out, Sion James, Josh Green and Tre Mann are candidates to see an uptick in minutes.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Leonard scores 35, Harden moves to 9th place on NBA's scoring list as Clippers beat Hornets 117-109

Clippers star James Harden passes Shaquille O'Neal for 9th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list