Charlotte Hornets

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball brings the ball up the court against the Miami Heat during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond, file)

Hornets GM says LaMelo Ball trade to Timberwolves was made with sustained long-term success in mind

The Charlotte Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson explained the team’s decision to trade star point guard LaMelo Ball, emphasizing the need for sustainability over short-term gains.

Miami Heat's Terry Rozier arrives at Brooklyn federal court, Monday, April 27, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura,File)

Terry Rozier wants to play in the NBA again, but bail conditions could hamper his return

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges makes a shot against the Orlando Magic during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux, file)

Hornets send Miles Bridges to Phoenix Suns as offseason shakeup continues, AP source says

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams slaps hands with teammates during player introductions prior to an NBA play-in tournament basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers, April 14, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)

Suns finalizing deal to bring back Mark Williams on $38 million, 3-year deal, AP source says

This photo combination shows, from left, Charlotte Hornets guard Josh Green (10), Feb. 22, 2026, in Washington, Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid, May 8, 2026, in Minneapolis and Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball in Charlotte, N.C., April 14, 2026 (AP Photo/Nick Wass, Abbie Parr, Nell Redmond, file)

Hornets trade LaMelo Ball, Josh Green to Timberwolves for Naz Reid, draft picks, AP source says

Wembanyama describes Britney Spears encounter

San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama said Thursday he believes Britney Spears grabbed him from behind as he was walking into a restaurant at a Las Vegas casino, and that the security detail he was with pushed the pop star away. (Jul 6) (AP video by Ty O’Neil) (AP Produced by Javier Arciga)

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Hornets acquire Dorian Finney-Smith, more draft picks from Rockets, AP source says

Miami Heat's Terry Rozier arrives at Brooklyn federal court, Monday, April 27, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura,File)

Terry Rozier’s attorney asks judge to lift ban on contact with Hornets as free agency nears

Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee watches during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game against the Miami Heat in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Hornets give coach Charles Lee a contract extension after 25-win improvement

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller reacts after making a 3-pointer against the Detroit Pistons during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, April 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Hornets guard Brandon Miller out indefinitely after surgery to address left shoulder instability

Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate dunks against the Detroit Pistons during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, April 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Charlotte’s Moussa Diabaté wins NBA’s Hustle Award for this season

Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg brings the ball up court during an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Albert Pena)

Cooper Flagg wins NBA Rookie of the year over former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel

Orlando Magic forward Jamal Cain, left, celebrates a big play against the Charlotte Hornets with forward Franz Wagner (22) during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

The Magic found the formula for making the playoffs. For them, it was called desperation

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) drives around Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Magic rout Hornets 121-90 in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffs

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball walks off the court after an NBA play-in tournament basketball game against the Miami Heat in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

LaMelo Ball punches team mascot Hugo twice after Hornets knock Heat out of play-in tournament

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) celebrates with guard Coby White after scoring against the Miami Heat during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

LaMelo Ball’s layup, Miles Bridges’ block at buzzer give Hornets 127-126 win over Heat in play-in

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) lies on the court during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Bam Adebayo injured after LaMelo Ball trips him. Heat coach says Ball should have been ejected

Charlotte Hornets tee shirts are seen on chairs before an NBA play-in tournament basketball game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Detroit Pistons in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Hornets celebrate first postseason home game in 10 years by handing out ‘Protect the Hive’ T-shirts

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and guard Kon Knueppel (7) stand on the court during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, April 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Knueppel and Ball finished 1-2 in the NBA in 3s. Now they hope to get Hornets to the playoffs

Charlotte Hornets' Brandon Miller (24) goes up to shoot during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Hornets clinch the No. 9 seed and a home game in the East play-in tournament by beating the Knicks

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) battles Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) for the ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, April 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Jalen Duren scores 20 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Charlotte Hornets 118-100

Miami Heat's Terry Rozier leaves Brooklyn federal court, Dec. 8, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura, File)

Heat waive Terry Rozier, the last official act of a season derailed by federal gambling charges

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) grabs a rebound against Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) during the first half of a NBA basketball game, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Brown scores 35 points as the Celtics beat the Hornets 113-102 to claim the season series

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Matt Krohn)

Hornets win their 4th straight behind 35 points from LaMelo Ball, beat the Timberwolves 122-108

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) drives to the basket against Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard, left, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, April 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Hornets beat the Pacers 129-108 for their 8th win in 10 games

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) drives into Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, April 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Miles Bridges scores 25, Kon Knueppel sets Hornets record for 3s in a season in 127-107 rout of Suns

Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) prepares to shoot a 3-point basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, April 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Suns guard Collin Gillespie sets franchise record for 3-pointers in a season

Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) looks to shoot over Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (00) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, April 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel sets Hornets’ franchise record for 3-pointers in a season

Hornets host the Suns for out-of-conference game

Charlotte Hornets' Miles Bridges (0) drives past Brooklyn Nets' Ziaire Williams (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Brandon Miller scores 25, Miles Bridges 19 as Hornets beat Nets 117-86

Charlotte takes on Brooklyn for conference showdown

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, right, drives against Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, March 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Jayson Tatum’s 3-pointer vs. Hornets could signal that he’s elevating game following Achilles injury

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum reacts after making a 3-point basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, March 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Jayson Tatum, Payton Pritchard help push Celtics past the Hornets 114-99

Boston takes on Charlotte, aims for 50th victory of season

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) shoots against Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, March 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Embiid, George rally 76ers’ to 118-114 win over Hornets, snap Charlotte’s 5-game win streak

Charlotte faces Philadelphia, looks for 6th straight home win

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