The Los Angeles Lakers did not make ESPN’s top 10 teams with the best futures over the next three seasons, ranking 13th in the outlet’s 2026-27 outlook. The Lakers were placed behind the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks and […] The post Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
The Los Angeles Lakers did not make ESPN’s top 10 teams with the best futures over the next three seasons, ranking 13th in the outlet’s 2026-27 outlook. The Lakers were placed behind the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks and […] The post Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Free agent point guard Elfrid Payton has agreed to sign with the Kings, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), who reports that Payton will compete to earn a regular season roster spot in Sacramento. The 10th overall pick in the 2014 draft, Payton has made 524 regular season appearances for five NBA teams, […]
Free agent point guard Elfrid Payton has agreed to sign with the Kings, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), who reports that Payton will compete to earn a regular season roster spot in Sacramento. The 10th overall pick in the 2014 draft, Payton has made 524 regular season appearances for five NBA teams, […]
The Kings are adding another veteran guard who can pass, defend and rebound. Shooting? Well, no roster is perfect. Free agent point guard Elfrid Payton has agreed to join Sacramento and will compete for a regular-season roster spot, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Payton, 32, has appeared in 524 NBA games but spent three […] The post Kings add Elfrid Payton to compete for roster spot appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Sacramento Kings are adding another experienced guard to their roster, reaching an agreement with veteran free agent Elfrid Payton. Payton has agreed to a deal with Sacramento and will have an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during training camp, according to his representative, Darrell Comer of CSE Talent. The move also reunites […] The post Kings add Elfrid Payton to training-camp roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Elfrid Payton and the Sacramento Kings have agreed to a camp deal where he will compete for a roster spot. Kings general manager Scott Perry was in the front offices of the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks during some of Payton's previous stops. Payton last played in the NBA during the 2024-25 season, averaging 3.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.9 assists in 21.3 minutes over 24 games with the New Orleans Pelicans and Charlotte Hornets. Payton is represented by Darrell Comer.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 17: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter of the Play-In Tournament game at Kia Center on April 17, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images Editor’s Note: It’s with great pride we intr...
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 17: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter of the Play-In Tournament game at Kia Center on April 17, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images Editor’s Note: It’s with great pride we intr...
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 03: Isaiah Wong #21 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Washington Wizards during their game at Spectrum Center on February 03, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Dwight Murray Jr. and Isaiah Wong are officia...
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 03: Isaiah Wong #21 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Washington Wizards during their game at Spectrum Center on February 03, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Dwight Murray Jr. and Isaiah Wong are officia...
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Bogoljub Markovic #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Af...
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Bogoljub Markovic #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Af...
For the first time in franchise history, the Charlotte Observer will enter a Hornets season without a reporter dedicated to covering the team. Rod Boone announced Monday that his position was eliminated by McClatchy last week, exactly 10 days before his five-year anniversary with the newspaper. Seven of his colleagues also lost their jobs. The […] The post Charlotte Observer eliminates Hornets beat writer position appeared first on Hoops Wire.
For the first time in franchise history, the Charlotte Observer will enter a Hornets season without a reporter dedicated to covering the team. Rod Boone announced Monday that his position was eliminated by McClatchy last week, exactly 10 days before his five-year anniversary with the newspaper. Seven of his colleagues also lost their jobs. The […] The post Charlotte Observer eliminates Hornets beat writer position appeared first on Hoops Wire.
PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 8: Haywood Highsmith#19 of the Phoenix Suns shoots a free throw during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on March 8, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Every day,...
PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 8: Haywood Highsmith#19 of the Phoenix Suns shoots a free throw during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on March 8, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Every day,...
The Kings may want to trade Domantas Sabonis. Other teams may want him. The problem, as usual, is the price. Sacramento has explored the market for Sabonis since at least last season’s trade deadline, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Toronto and Charlotte both discussed potential deals with the Kings, with the Raptors’ interest described […] The post Domantas Sabonis trade remains possible, but Kings’ price may be the problem appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Kings may want to trade Domantas Sabonis. Other teams may want him. The problem, as usual, is the price. Sacramento has explored the market for Sabonis since at least last season’s trade deadline, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Toronto and Charlotte both discussed potential deals with the Kings, with the Raptors’ interest described […] The post Domantas Sabonis trade remains possible, but Kings’ price may be the problem appeared first on Hoops Wire.
After a rumor surfaced online that the Charlotte Hornets are on the verge of completing a trade for Sacramento Kings veteran big man Domantas Sabonis, one expert quickly dismissed the idea.
After a rumor surfaced online that the Charlotte Hornets are on the verge of completing a trade for Sacramento Kings veteran big man Domantas Sabonis, one expert quickly dismissed the idea.
Sacramento Kings star Domantas Sabonis became the center of a viral NBA rumor after a supposed trade between his team and the Charlotte Hornets spread online. The latest trade chatter claimed Charlotte was finalizing a deal for the Sacramento star. The rumored package centered on Grayson Allen, Grant Williams, and two first-round picks. However, Kings […] The post NBA rumors: Kings insider forced to refute fake Domantas Sabonis trade to Hornets that went viral appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Hornets apparently haven’t disappeared entirely from the Domantas Sabonis conversation. But there’s still a fairly significant issue. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, Charlotte remains a potential landing spot for the Kings center. The problem is that Sacramento and prospective trade partners don’t necessarily agree on what Sabonis is worth. The Kings believe they […] The post Hornets still viewed as potential Domantas Sabonis suitor, but there’s a catch appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Additional note: Per Fischer, one of the hiccups in getting a Sabonis trade done is that "Sacramento wants to get positive trade value out of moving Sabonis". This lines up with both the draft rumors where the Kings were asking about Charlotte's 14th overall pick (Hannes Steinbach) and Toronto's 19th overall pick (Allen Graves), as well as the Kings allegedly asking for a first-round pick from the Raptors around the trade deadline while not wanting to take back the Jakob Poelt contract. He al...
The Charlotte Hornets signed Bez Mbeng, the team announced on Tuesday. Mbeng averaged 6.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 41 games for the Sioux Falls Skyforce last season. The Skyforce still control Mbeng's G League rights. The Greensboro Swarm would need to acquire Mbeng should he be waived by the Hornets and return to the G League.
The Charlotte Hornets signed Bez Mbeng, the team announced on Tuesday. Mbeng averaged 6.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 41 games for the Sioux Falls Skyforce last season. The Skyforce still control Mbeng's G League rights. The Greensboro Swarm would need to acquire Mbeng should he be waived by the Hornets and return to the G League.
The Charlotte Hornets underwent a few changes this offseason, most notably trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves for a package headlined by Naz Reid and an unprotected first-round pick in 2033. While losing Ball means that their high octane offense last season could take a hit, the Hornets front office is clearly confident in […] The post Hornets guard Kon Knueppel’s all-time perfect team includes Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Charlotte Hornets underwent a few changes this offseason, most notably trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves for a package headlined by Naz Reid and an unprotected first-round pick in 2033. While losing Ball means that their high octane offense last season could take a hit, the Hornets front office is clearly confident in […] The post Hornets guard Kon Knueppel’s all-time perfect team includes Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hornets The Hornets have moved from LaMelo Ball to Coby White at point guard, and Zach Roberts of NBA on SI offered an interesting way of looking at the change: Charlotte may have lowered its ceiling while raising its floor. That sounds about right. White isn’t the passer or creator Ball is, and he isn’t […] The post NBA Notes: Hornets, Coby White, Lakers, Luka Doncic, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Hornets The Hornets have moved from LaMelo Ball to Coby White at point guard, and Zach Roberts of NBA on SI offered an interesting way of looking at the change: Charlotte may have lowered its ceiling while raising its floor. That sounds about right. White isn’t the passer or creator Ball is, and he isn’t […] The post NBA Notes: Hornets, Coby White, Lakers, Luka Doncic, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Three days after signing him to an Exhibit 10 contract, the Hornets have officially waived guard/forward Kobe Stewart, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link). Stewart went undrafted in 2025 after five seasons at Presbyterian College. As a “super senior” with the Blue Hose in 2024/25, he averaged 15.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.5 […]
Three days after signing him to an Exhibit 10 contract, the Hornets have officially waived guard/forward Kobe Stewart, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link). Stewart went undrafted in 2025 after five seasons at Presbyterian College. As a “super senior” with the Blue Hose in 2024/25, he averaged 15.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.5 […]
The Charlotte Hornets have signed guard Bez Mbeng after waiving Kobe Stewart and opening a spot on their 21-man offseason roster. Mbeng went undrafted out of Yale in 2025 after earning Ivy League Player of the Year honors and winning the conference’s Defensive Player of the Year award for a third consecutive season. The 6-foot-4 […] The post Hornets sign Bez Mbeng appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
After waiving Kobe Stewart on Monday, the Hornets have filled the open spot on their 21-man offseason roster by signing guard Bez Mbeng, the team announced today (via Twitter). Mbeng, who went undrafted out of Yale in 2025, was named the Ivy League Player of the Year in his final college season and earned the […]
James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger ...
James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger ...
Before the Minnesota Timberwolves landed LaMelo Ball in a blockbuster trade with the Charlotte Hornets, they were engaged in trade talks with the Boston Celtics over All-Star Jaylen Brown. The Timberwolves parted ways with veteran center Naz Reid in the deal, who was also mentioned in talks with the Celtics. The Celtics were reportedly interested […] The post Timberwolves insider confirms Jaylen Brown trade talks with Celtics were legit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Before the Minnesota Timberwolves landed LaMelo Ball in a blockbuster trade with the Charlotte Hornets, they were engaged in trade talks with the Boston Celtics over All-Star Jaylen Brown. The Timberwolves parted ways with veteran center Naz Reid in the deal, who was also mentioned in talks with the Celtics. The Celtics were reportedly interested […] The post Timberwolves insider confirms Jaylen Brown trade talks with Celtics were legit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger ...
James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger ...
The Hornets took an unusual approach following their best seasons in a decade. Rather than building around the core that finished with a winning record for just the second time in 10 seasons, they dealt their franchise player. The team’s executive vice president of player personnel, Jeff Peterson, determined that the roster as constructed wasn’t […]
The Hornets took an unusual approach following their best seasons in a decade. Rather than building around the core that finished with a winning record for just the second time in 10 seasons, they dealt their franchise player. The team’s executive vice president of player personnel, Jeff Peterson, determined that the roster as constructed wasn’t […]