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The Detroit Pistons dominated the Charlotte Hornets 124-91 to earn their third consecutive victory on Monday night. The post Cunningham’s 33 leads Pistons to dominate Hornets 124-91 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Charlotte Hornets have declined the fourth‑year $10.45 million option on former No. 6 overall pick Tidjane Salaun for the 2027/28 season, confirming earlier speculation. Salaun, a 6‑foot‑10 French forward drafted by Jeff Peterson in 2024, has struggled to secure a consistent rotation role, averaging 5.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and shooting .392/.330/.694 over 103 games. With the option dropped, he becomes an unrestricted free agent in the 2027 offseason; the Hornets retain his Bird rights but cannot exceed the declined option’s salary, opening the door for other teams to offer more. The move reflects Charlotte’s favorable cap outlook and Salaun’s modest impact this year.
LaMelo Ball hits his 1,000th career three‑pointer early in Minnesota’s season‑opening win over the Milwaukee Bucks, becoming the 188th player to reach the mark. The guard scores 11 of the Timberwolves’ first 15 points, shooting 3‑of‑4 from deep, as he averages 14.4 points and 6.3 assists while trying to shoulder the offense in Anthony Edwards’ absence. Despite a rocky start and past injury‑plagued seasons, Ball’s hot start against a Bucks team ranked 27th defensively signals his potential impact in Minnesota.
Hornets wing Kon Knueppel, who missed eight straight games after a left hamstring strain in an off‑season workout, is poised to return soon. Coach Charles Lee says his comeback is “right around the corner,” though no date is set; Rod Boone speculates Wednesday in Brooklyn or Friday against Boston. The 21‑year‑old Rookie of the Year runner‑up logged 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 81 games last season and led the league in made threes. Charlotte, now 3‑4, exercised Knueppel’s 2027‑28 option at $11 M.
Both teams are missing key players in the Monday night clash.
With Trae Young back, the Washington Wizards finally have elite passing, but the new swing factor hinges on rookie center Alex Sarr. The article breaks down how Sarr’s screen‑and‑pop or roll tendencies shape the pick‑and‑roll against Charlotte, highlighting his need to improve decision‑making and timing. Young’s pocket passes and lob dishes to Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, Kyshawn George and Tre Johnson are key, yet the Sarr‑Davis duo posts a –4 net rating in 113 minutes, showing early growing pains. The piece argues that smoother reads and quicker kickouts could unlock the Wizards’ offensive flow this season.
Ahead of the 2026 midterms, the blog takes a quick sports tour. The Sixers beat the Hornets 6-1 without Embiid or LeBron, thanks to bench spark plug Anfernee Simons’ 19 points – a role once filled by Lou Williams. In the NHL, the Flyers’ 6-3 win over the Mammoth revives debate over Travis Konecny’s value amid fan calls for younger talent. College football sees Penn State’s first solid Big 10 win, a 31‑17 triumph over Purdue driven by a strong ground game that could push the Nittany Lions to a 7‑5 season. Finally, a recent Sean column dividing readers on whether the Sixers belong to Tyrese Maxey or Joel Embiid highlights the team’s evolving star dynamic.
The Hornets (3-4) head to Detroit for Game 8, trying to snap a three‑game skid after losing 97‑89 to the Pistons last week. Charlotte gets a boost as guard Coby White returns from a calf injury, pushing Dennis Schröder to the bench and adding rim‑running firepower. Detroit (5-1) remains hot, with only one game since the matchup and a win over Brooklyn. Both teams boast strong, physical defenses; the key for Charlotte will be limiting Cade Cunningham while exploiting the Pistons’ recent three‑point slumps. Game tips: Hornets +4.5, money line +145, O/U 210.5. Watch at 7:30 p.m. ET on WSOC, DAZN or NBA League Pass.
The Charlotte Hornets have exercised their 2027-28 rookie-scale team options on Kon Knueppel and Liam McNeeley, the team announced Sunday, November 1. The post Hornets pick up rookie options on Kon Knueppel, Liam McNeeley appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Charlotte Hornets declined to exercise Tidjane Salaun’s 2027-28 rookie-scale team option, Keith Smith reported Sunday, November 1, 2026. The post Hornets decline Tidjane Salaun’s 2027-28 option appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Charlotte Hornets, sitting just shy of .500, finally get a boost as Coby White returns from a left‑calf strain for his season debut against Detroit, easing the load on Brandon Miller while Kon Knueppel remains sidelined. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs sign veteran Tobias Harris to a two‑year, $31 million deal but keep him out as he recovers from a calf strain, emphasizing patience before he joins their fast‑paced rotation. In Memphis, the Grizzlies defy a shaky offseason by starting 6‑0—their best ever—thanks to rookie Cameron Boozer’s career‑high 27 points and a bench surge from Isaiah Stewart, GG Jackson II, and Cam Spencer despite Ty Jerome’s back injury.
The Charlotte Hornets head into their Nov. 1 showdown with the Detroit Pistons at 3‑4, hoping a boost from returning rookie Coby White and prospect Kon Knueppel. White, cleared from a left calf strain, is set to make his season debut with limited minutes, while Knueppel, still recovering from a left hamstring strain, remains sidelined but close to returning. The Hornets also lose Grant Williams to a hamstring issue. Despite strong defense (109.7 rating, 11th in the NBA), Charlotte’s offense stalls without its key scorers, shifting the load to Brandon Miller (23.1 shot attempts per game). The Pistons, at 5‑1, present a tough test.
The Charlotte Hornets, sitting 3-4 after a rough start, prepare to boost their offense as point guard Coby White makes his season debut Monday against the Detroit Pistons. White missed the first two weeks with a left calf strain, prompting Dennis Schröder to fill in. The Hornets re‑signed White to a three‑year deal after trading LaMelo Ball, and he previously averaged 15.6 points and 3.0 assists in limited minutes last season. While forward Kon Knueppel remains sidelined with a hamstring issue, his G‑League stint signals a near‑future return.
The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center on Oct. 31, 2026, with odds favoring Philly at -120 and -1.5 points. After a dominant win over the Knicks, the Sixers sit second in the East, ranking third in defensive rating and leading the league in forced turnovers. Tyrese Maxey averages 28.4 points, while newcomer VJ Edgecombe adds 11.3 points per game. The Hornets sit 8th in the conference, struggling offensively at the bottom of the league in scoring and FG%, though Brandon Miller posts 25.6 points per game. Both teams miss several role players, but the preview predicts a 115‑99 Philly victory.
The Charlotte Hornets have exercised the 2027/28 third‑year options on wing prospects Kon Knueppel and Liam McNeeley. Knueppel, the 2025 fourth‑overall pick and 2026/27 Rookie of the Year runner‑up, will earn roughly $11 million, while McNeeley, the 2025 No. 25 pick, secures about $3 million—near his projected minimum. Both contracts are now guaranteed, and the team has until Nov. 1, 2027 to decide on fourth‑year options for the pair. The press release omitted forward Tidjane Salaun, whose $10.4 million option could be declined.
The Sixers start the season 6-1, thanks to depth beyond their stars. Tyrese Maxey and new addition Jaylen Brown anchor the offense, while Joel Embiid and LeBron James remain impact players when healthy. Backup guard VJ Edgecombe emerges as a clutch fifth starter, hitting game‑winning triples in back‑to‑back wins over the Hornets (109‑104) and Knicks (98‑93). Dean Wade provides defensive firepower, limiting OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson, and posted a career‑high 10 assists on Saturday. Anfernee Simons ignites the bench with 40 points on 13‑of‑23 shooting. Coach Nick Nurse and the roster’s depth suggest the Sixers can thrive even when stars sit.
The Suns enter November with a 1-3 record and offensive woes, but a packed schedule offers a chance to turn things around. They host a seven‑game homestand from Nov 2‑15, facing the Warriors, Trail Blazers, Magic, Rockets, Spurs, Clippers, Hornets and Lakers, then embark on a five‑game road swing (Nuggets, Kings, Jazz, Pelicans, Rockets) that includes two NBA Cup matchups. Late‑month games pit Phoenix against rising stars Cooper Flagg and Darryn Peterson. With back‑to‑backs and limited travel, the Suns must find balance and depth to spark a win streak.
The Boston Celtics opened their fourth Emirates NBA Cup run with a 125-111 victory over the Chicago Bulls, boosting them to second place in Group B with a +14 point differential. Coach Joe Mazzulla praised the win as part of the regular season but highlighted the Cup’s potential to grow in stature. Players like Neemias Queta and Payton Pritchard stressed how past Cup experiences—such as the Spurs‑Knicks showdown that foreshadowed a Finals meeting—serve as high‑pressure practice for the playoffs. The Celtics next face the Charlotte Hornets on Friday as they chase an 8‑0 or 8‑1 path to the knockout stage.
VJ Edgecombe said he felt he owed the Philadelphia 76ers after a difficult performance before hitting a crucial fourth-quarter three-pointer in Saturday's 109-104 comeback win over the Charlotte Hornets. The post VJ Edgecombe opens up about clutch shot and 76ers’ comebacks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse discussed his team's resilience, Dean Wade's career-high 10 assists and Jabari Walker's contribution after Saturday's 109-104 comeback victory over the Charlotte Hornets. The post Nick Nurse explains 76ers’ comeback win without Embiid, LeBron appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tyrese Maxey scored 38 points as the Philadelphia 76ers overcame the absences of LeBron James and Joel Embiid to beat the Charlotte Hornets 109-104 on Saturday night at Spectrum Center. The post Tyrese Maxey scores 38 as 76ers rally past Hornets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tyrese Maxey saves the day once again in 109-104 win over Hornets.
Tyrese Maxey erupts for 38 points as the Philadelphia 76ers rally from a third‑quarter slump to beat the Charlotte Hornets 109‑104 on Oct. 31, 2026. After a sluggish start, Maxey scores 15 of his points in the final minute, sparking a 15‑3 run that seals the win. VJ Edgecombe adds a clutch three‑pointer, while Anfernee Simons contributes 19 points and five triples. The victory lifts the Sixers to a 6‑1 record heading into a Monday home game against the Chicago Bulls.
Anfernee Simons sets a historic bench‑scoring feat for the Philadelphia 76ers, becoming the first reserve since Malik Beasley in 2024 to hit five or more three‑pointers in three straight games. In the 76ers’ 112‑105 win over the Charlotte Hornets, Simons went 5‑for‑9 from downtown, tallying 19 points, two assists and three steals in 25 minutes. The former Portland guard, now a key contributor after signing in free agency, averages 10.8 points on 41.5% shooting in the team’s 5‑1 season start.
Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers escaped with a 109-104 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, with LeBron James and Joel Embiid sitting out the second night of a back-to-back.