(AP) -- Former Carolina star quarterback Cam Newton doubled down on recent comments that the Panthers had “a locker room of losers” before drafting him with the No. 1 overall pick in 2011, saying his remarks were “aggressive” but “true.” Newton said during Thursday’s “4th and 1 with Cam Newton” podcast that he was referring to the team’s performance as a whole and not … [Read more...] about Cam Newton doubles down on saying Panthers had ‘locker room of losers’ prior to drafting him
‘This is our call to arms’; Charlotte FC unveils new secondary kit for upcoming season
CHARLOTTE (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- Charlotte FC has unveiled its new "Fortress" kit for the upcoming season. The new secondary kit is inspired by the club's pre-match visuals and the tradition that defines CLTFC. "The Fortress" kit name reflects the home the team and fans protect each match. Ally Financial has been CLTFC's lead partner since the club's inception and … [Read more...] about ‘This is our call to arms’; Charlotte FC unveils new secondary kit for upcoming season
Timeline of events in the Mark Williams rescinded-trade saga between Hornets and Lakers
(CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- The Charlotte Hornets have been in the NBA spotlight in their attempted trade with the Los Angeles Lakers that hasn’t quite gone as expected. Last week, Hornets center Mark Williams was the key piece in a deal that was supposed to send Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish and a first-round draft back to Charlotte. But on Saturday, the trade had been … [Read more...] about Timeline of events in the Mark Williams rescinded-trade saga between Hornets and Lakers
Hornets sign Moussa Diabate to multi-year deal
CHARLOTTE (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- The Hornets have signed forward Moussa Diabate to a multi-year contract extension, the team announced on Sunday. According to ESPN reports, the deal is a standard three-year NBA contract. Previously, Diabate was on a two-way deal with the G-League. Diabate has played in 42 games (five starts) and is averaging career highs in points … [Read more...] about Hornets sign Moussa Diabate to multi-year deal
Miles Bridges’ 3-pointer lifts Hornets past Spurs 117-116 to snap 6-game skid
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Miles Bridges knocked down a 3-pointer from the corner off a wraparound feed from LaMelo Ball with 1.4 seconds left to lift Charlotte to a 117-116 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night and snap a six-game skid for the Hornets. De’Aaron Fox appeared to respond with a winning 3 at the buzzer, but referees gathered after the play and ruled he … [Read more...] about Miles Bridges’ 3-pointer lifts Hornets past Spurs 117-116 to snap 6-game skid