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Charlotte Hornets president and vice chairman Fred Whitfield stepped down from his role on Wednesday due to health reasons. "Over the last 18 months I have successfully battled a serious case of throat cancer. I've also been focused on supporting my mother, who has her own health issues," said the 65-year-old in a statement. Whitfield joined the franchise in 2006 and lead … [Read more...] about Hornets President Fred Whitfield Steps Down For Health Reasons

Multiple teams are interested in acquiring Gordon Hayward, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Hornets are currently focused on competing for a playoff spot with Hayward. The 34-year-old is averaging 13.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game this season. … [Read more...] about Gordon Hayward Drawing Interest From Multiple Teams

Miles Bridges returned to the Charlotte Hornets on a one-year deal. It's expected that this will be Bridges' final season in Charlotte, according to Yahoo! Sports Jake Fischer. Following missing the entirety of last season, following a domestic violence incident, Bridges re-signed with the Hornets. The veteran forward signed the $7.9 million qualifying offer Charlotte gave him … [Read more...] about Miles Bridges Expected To Leave Hornets Next Season

The Charlotte Hornets announced that further evaluation on guard LaMelo Ball revealed he suffered a right ankle sprain on Sunday, November 26 against Orlando. The injury was confirmed by an MRI and Ball will be reevaluated in one week. Updates on his status will be provided as appropriate.Ball has appeared in 177 games (157 starts) in four seasons since being selected by the … [Read more...] about LaMelo Ball To Have Ankle Sprain Reevaluated In One Week

LaMelo Ball is expected to miss an extended period of time with a serious sprain in his right ankle. Tests show Ball avoided fracture in the ankle, which required surgery last season. Ball and the Charlotte Hornets are expected to have a cautious approach with the injury. Ball is currently in a walking boot and crutches. Before the injury, Ball was averaging 24.7 points, 8.2 … [Read more...] about LaMelo Ball Out Extended Time With Right Ankle Sprain