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Hornets' "Championship-Caliber" Front Court Versatility Draws Rave Reviews at Media Day The Hornets' front court is deep, versatile, and ready to be leaned on early in the season.

5 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Coby White Speaks on Chemistry, New Hornets Role Coby White has the eyes of the entire Hornetsphere, and to some extent, the entire NBA on him and his play this season. It may be the best t...

8 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Tidjane Salaün - Wants to be more versatile Salaun said Monday that he's focused on becoming a more versatile contributor as he competes for playing time in Charlotte's rotation, Sam reports.

Impact The third-year forward identified facilitating, efficient catch-and-shoot play, screening and the ability to defend all five positions as areas that could help him earn minutes. Salaun also made improving his physicality a priority during the offseason. After averaging 6.1 points and 4.7 rebounds across 62 regular-season appearances in 2025-26, he'll face increased competition for playing time in a deeper Hornets rotation this season.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Former Timberwolves guard Rob Dillingham faces a tough path to minutes with the Hornets Despite being on another rebuilding team, former Timberwolves guard Rob Dillingham once again has a slim path to earning minutes.

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Ryan Kalkbrenner - Improves his physicality Kalkbrenner said Monday that improving his physicality was his biggest developmental focus during the offseason, Owen O'Connor of SI.com reports.

Impact Physicality was already an area in which Kalkbrenner made noticeable strides during his rookie campaign, particularly when absorbing contact defensively and setting screens. The 7-foot-1 center averaged 7.6 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in 21.4 minutes across 69 regular-season appearances last campaign, and further improvement in that area could help him earn additional playing time in Charlotte's frontcourt. His competition is much fiercer this season, however.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Coby White - Ready for new role White said Monday that he wanted to return to the Hornets to take on the challenge of a new role, and he's "excited" for the road ahead, Owen O'Connor of SI.com reports.

Impact After trading away LaMelo Ball, the Hornets signed White to a three-year, $74 million deal this offseason. The veteran guard was traded from Chicago to Charlotte last February and provided a spark off the bench for the Hornets in 2025-26, though he's now expected to step into a starting role. In 21 regular-season games with Charlotte last season, he averaged 15.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists across 19.3 minutes per game.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jeff Peterson Kicks Off Hornets Media Day With Brandon Miller Update Media day is underway, and you always knew Charlotte Hornets GM and VP of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson was going to have a lot to say...

11 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Kon Knueppel - Iffy for Opening Night Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson said Monday that he "doesn't know" whether Knueppel (hamstring) will be available for the team's regular-season opener against the Nets, Owen...

Impact Knueppel's status for Opening Night remains uncertain as he continues to work his way back from his left hamstring injury. Peterson's comments suggest the Hornets aren't ready to rule out the second-year wing, though his availability will likely become clearer as training camp progresses. He has already been ruled out for the entire preseason, to be clear.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Miller - Ready for training camp Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson said Monday that Miller (shoulder) is expected to participate in training camp and be ready for the start of the regular season, Hunter Baile...

Impact Miller's availability for training camp is an encouraging sign after his injury issues last season. Peterson expects the forward to be "ready to roll" for Opening Night, which would be a significant boost for a Charlotte squad that could be without Kon Knueppel (hamstring) to begin the season.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

2 Reasons the Buddy Hield Trade Already Feels Better for the Bulls The Chicago Bulls had one last trick up their sleeve before Media Day on Monday. New lead executive Bryson Graham struck a trade with the Ch...

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

Ryan Nembhard could sneakily benefit from Hawks and Hornets moving him If Ryan Nembhard ultimately signs with the Nuggets, him being waived by the Hawks will have been a blessing in disguise.

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Bulls acquire Buddy Hield in trade with Hornets for Rob Dillingham

The Chicago Bulls have acquired veteran guard Buddy Hield and cash from the Charlotte Hornets for guard Rob Dillingham

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Hornets officially waive ex-Mavericks undrafted gritty floor general after second Buddy Hield trade | Sporting News The Charlotte Hornets have had a busy week, making some moves as training camp approaches. Charlotte traded away a veteran and released a yo...

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Report: Hornets send Buddy Hield to Bulls for Rob Dillingham Chicago would receive cash considerations and Rob Dillingham in exchange for Buddy Hield, which would create a substantial trade exception f...

2 DAYS AGO • NBA.COM

Former Top-10 Pick to Earn New Chance with Charlotte Hornets Having traded star guard LaMelo Ball this offseason, the Charlotte Hornets are set to enter an entirely new era next season. That’s been fur...

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

The Bulls must love Buddy Hield's shooting more than Rob Dillingham's upside Saturday reports emerged the Chicago Bulls agreed to trade guard Rob Dillingham to the Hornets for guard Buddy Hield. It's the right move fo...

2 DAYS AGO • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Bulls give up on former lottery pick in surprising Hornets deal | Sporting News The Chicago Bulls are moving on from former No. 8 overall pick Rob Dillingham, sending the young guard to the Charlotte Hornets in a surpris...

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Bulls-Hornets Trade Grades: Buddy Hield Finds a New Home in Chicago A few days before training camps officially open, Chicago and Charlotte worked out a deal.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Breaking Down the Charlotte Hornets' Trade for Rob Dillingham Charlotte acquired the veteran guard in exchange for Buddy Hield and cash.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Rob Dillingham - Traded to Charlotte The Hornets acquired Dillingham (wrist) from the Bulls on Saturday in exchange for Buddy Hield and cash, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Dillingham, the 2024 No. 8 overall pick, has appeared in 114 regular-season games for the Timberwolves and Bulls throughout his career, averaging 5.5 points, 1.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 13.0 minutes per contest. It's unknown what kind of role he will have in Charlotte, though it may not be a meaningful one, considering the Hornets have plenty of backcourt depth. Dillingham had minor surgery in April to remove a ganglion cyst but is expected to be ready to go to begin the 2026-27 campaign.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hornets' Kon Knueppel injures his left hamstring and could miss the start of the season

Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel will miss the entire preseason and possibly the team’s regular-season opener with a left hamstring injury

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ex-Warriors guard Buddy Hield gets sudden Hornets boost after Kon Knueppel injury Buddy Hield could prove a major beneficiary of Kon Knueppel's hamstring injury, with the former Golden State Warriors guard looking to reviv...

3 DAYS AGO • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Hornets Suffer 2 Major Injury Blows with Grant Williams, Kon Knueppel Going Down Last year, the Charlotte Hornets were mostly healthy for the first time in what felt like ages. LaMelo Ball played 72 games. Brandon Miller...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Hornets suffer brutal blow as $98M exciting duo will miss season opener after hamstring injuries | Sporting News The Charlotte Hornets are an exciting team to watch for this season after barely missing the playoffs. However, they are going to start the...

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Grant Williams - Out for preseason Williams will miss the preseason after suffering a right hamstring injury, the Hornets announced Friday.

Impact Williams will be re-evaluated the first week of the regular season, putting his status for Opening Night in the air. Williams will have a difficult path to minutes this season as he competes with the likes of Naz Reid, Royce O'Neale and Tidjane Salaun.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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