Category: Charlotte Hornets

So sad: Charlotte Hornets Head coach has decided to…

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  In a surprising turn of events, the Charlotte Hornets have announced that their head coach, Steve Clifford, will be stepping down from his position effective immediately. This decision marks the end of Clifford’s second stint with the Hornets, a tenure that began in 2022 after his initial run with the team from 2013 to 2018. Clifford, who has been a well-respected figure in the NBA for his strategic acumen and defensive prowess, cited personal reasons for his departure. In a statement released by the team, Clifford expressed gratitude for…

Grade The Trade: Ball Brothers Reunite In Charlotte With Warriors Acquiring Win-Now Piece

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In a distinctive three-team mock trade, Lonzo Ball joins his younger brother LaMelo in Charlotte, while the Warriors acquire a player who scores 20 points per game. As the 2024-25 NBA season approaches, teams are finalizing their rosters. Some are seeking to add key players to boost their chances of winning, while others are focusing on solidifying their tanking position for the strong 2025 Draft Class. Currently, the Warriors, Bulls, and Hornets represent different strategies: the Warriors aim to contend, the Bulls seek to improve from past tanking, and the…

Charlotte Hornets Mourn the Loss of Longtime Announcer Pat Doughty

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  In a profound loss for the Charlotte Hornets and the broader basketball community, Pat Doughty, the team’s beloved longtime announcer, has passed away at the age of 55. Doughty’s death has left fans, colleagues, and players in deep mourning, as they remember the indelible mark he left on the franchise and its supporter Pat Doughty’s association with the Charlotte Hornets began in the early 1990s, a time when the team was establishing itself as a significant player in the NBA. From his early days with the Hornets, Doughty became…

Charlotte Hornets Statement On The Passing Of Pat Doughty

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July 24, 2024 – The Charlotte Hornets issued a statement today on the death of PA Announcer Pat Doughty: “We are heartbroken by the loss of Pat Doughty, who served as our cherished PA announcer for nearly 20 seasons. Pat’s dynamic voice was central to our game experience and brought energy to the Spectrum Center every night. Despite battling health issues in recent years, his commitment to our team and fans remained unwavering. He will be deeply missed by all connected with the Hornets. Our thoughts are with Pat’s family…

I’m feeling good.’ Healthy Charlotte Hornets player eager for…..

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  As the Charlotte Hornets’ summer league practice concluded, Williams was at one end of the Cox Pavilion court, meticulously working on driving to the basket with the team’s new coaching staff. He expressed frustration with every missed shot, particularly his left-handed layup scoop shot. Pursuing basketball perfection felt elusive, and each bounce off the rim bothered him. However, after cooling down, he gained perspective, appreciating his return to the court following a challenging sophomore season marred by injuries. Williams expressed renewed joy for basketball after being sidelined for so…

Breaking: Hornets Featured in NBA’s First-Ever Six-Team Trade

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The Charlotte Hornets made significant moves, acquiring veteran guard Reggie Jackson from the Denver Nuggets and picking up Josh Green from the Dallas Mavericks, along with two future second-round picks. These transactions were part of a historic six-team trade involving the Mavericks, Timberwolves, Warriors, Nuggets, Hornets, and 76ers. Charlotte emerged with the most assets, including players and draft picks, while the Nuggets received cash considerations, and the Mavericks secured Klay Thompson, the marquee player in the trade. Here’s the trade breakdown: | Team | Players/Assets | |————-|—————————–| | Mavericks |…

Miles Bridges, Hornets agree on 3-year deal worth…..

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Free agent forward Miles Bridges has agreed to a new three-year, $75 million contract with the Charlotte Hornets, according to sources from ESPN on Saturday. Bridges’ agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, negotiated the deal with Hornets’ executive VP of basketball operations Jeff Peterson. The agreement ensures Bridges will remain part of the team’s core alongside All-Star guard LaMelo Ball and promising second-year forward Brandon Miller. Although Bridges, 26, considered sign-and-trade options, he ultimately opted to stay with the Hornets. His decision follows a season where he averaged 21 points,…