Minnesota Timberwolves’ two-time All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns publicly campaigned for teammate Anthony Edwards to win this year’s Rookie of the Year accolade after their 116-106 win over the Sacramento Kings. Charlotte Hornets’ guard LaMelo Ball, who fractured his wrist last month, remains a frontrunner for the award, with a timetable on his return undisclosed.
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All-Star break over, what now? NBA Q+A: Rookie watch, trade targets and surging Suns
Midway through an unprecedented season hampered by COVID-19 protocols, troublesome injuries and more too, I spoke to LA Clippers fan and NBA expert Jack Brown shortly after the All-Star game – discussing multiple topics including: standout rookies, possible moves between now and the March 25 trade deadline while assessing true contenders from the pretenders. Continue reading “All-Star break over, what now? NBA Q+A: Rookie watch, trade targets and surging Suns”
Exceeded expectations: Hornets chairman Michael Jordan praises rookie LaMelo Ball
Midway through his first NBA season, rookie point guard LaMelo Ball has adjusted to the game better than anyone thought he would early in his career, according to quotes emerging from Hall of Famer and Charlotte Hornets majority owner Michael Jordan earlier today.
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LaMelo Ball isn’t surprised by his record-breaking numbers – you shouldn’t be either
Charlotte Hornets’ 2020 draft pick LaMelo Ball (#3) officially replaced Markelle Fultz as the NBA’s youngest ever player to record a triple-double – 10 points, assists and rebounds – during their 113-105 win vs. the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night but his nonchalant response to questions post-game show this is just the start for a young guard with plenty to achieve in the league. Continue reading “LaMelo Ball isn’t surprised by his record-breaking numbers – you shouldn’t be either”
NBA Previews: Philadelphia 76ers vs Charlotte Hornets, Magic host Cavaliers
Two more NBA match previews as the Philadelphia 76ers (5-1) attempt to earn successive victories over the Charlotte Hornets (2-4), while two Eastern Conference sides with 4-2 records to start the new season clash as the Orlando Magic host a Cleveland Cavaliers team who have caught critics by surprise so far. Who will start the new week with wins in their games? Continue reading “NBA Previews: Philadelphia 76ers vs Charlotte Hornets, Magic host Cavaliers”
NBA Draft: Minnesota Timberwolves take Anthony Edwards with number 1 pick
The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Georgia guard Anthony Edwards with the first pick of the rescheduled 2020 NBA draft on Wednesday. Golden State Warriors chose center James Wiseman with the number two pick, before guard LaMelo Ball was taken third by the Charlotte Hornets. Continue reading “NBA Draft: Minnesota Timberwolves take Anthony Edwards with number 1 pick”
Charlotte Hornets intrigued by possible trade for Knicks’ Julius Randle
According to The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor, the Charlotte Hornets have engaged in trade talks with the New York Knicks regarding their power forward Julius Randle. Continue reading “Charlotte Hornets intrigued by possible trade for Knicks’ Julius Randle”
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