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February 16, 2019

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Hornets no longer have the Magic against Orlando

February 14, 2019 Bill Fay | The Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Orlando Magic ended a 13-game losing streak to Charlotte, routing the Hornets 127-89 on Thursday night behind 21 points from reserve Terrence Ross. The Magic have won five straight for […]

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NBA All-Stars come — and come back — to NC

February 13, 2019 Shawn Krest

It’s a couple years later than expected, but the NBA All-Star Weekend will take place in Charlotte this weekend. The Hornets were originally supposed to host the rest of the league two years ago, but […]

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Fast pace helps Hornets ground Hawks early

February 10, 2019 George Henry | The Associated Press

ATLANTA (AP) — Kemba Walker loved Charlotte’s quick pace to begin the game. The Hornets were moving the ball briskly to hit open shots and put the Atlanta Hawks away early. “I think it gave […]

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Hornets beat Bulls for fifth straight home win

February 2, 2019 Brett Friedlander

CHARLOTTE (AP) — Kemba Walker had 15 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, and the Charlotte Hornets pulled away late to defeat the Chicago Bulls 125-118 on Saturday night for their fifth straight […]

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Walker expects ‘crazy’ reaction as All-Star starter

January 30, 2019 Steve Reed, AP Sports Writer

CHARLOTTE — Hornets point guard Kemba Walker can’t imagine what the atmosphere will be like when he’s introduced as an NBA All-Star Game starter next month on his home court. “I haven’t given it any […]

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Hornets get lift from bench to beat reeling Knicks

January 29, 2019 Steve Reed | The Associated Press

CHARLOTTE (AP) — Nic Batum walked over to Malik Monk after Charlotte’s 101-92 win over the New York Knicks on Monday night and told the reserve guard, “thank you.” “The starters have played a lot […]

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Defensive switch catapults Bucks past Hornets

January 26, 2019 The Associated Press

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Seldom-used Pat Connaughton and a defensive switch sparked the NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks. And Connaughton didn’t even score. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 34 points and 14 rebounds and Milwaukee rallied to beat Charlotte 108-99 […]

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Hornets enhance playoff position with road win in Memphis

January 24, 2019 Clay Bailey | The Associated Press

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets have used a nice run to keep a grasp on one of the final Eastern Conference playoff spots. Kemba Walker had 22 points and seven assists, Nicolas Batum […]

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Hornets midseason report: Progress, room to grow

January 23, 2019 Shawn Krest

The Charlotte Hornets faced a midseason test this week, and they passed with flying colors. It was the end of a tough West Coast road swing, and the Hornets were a disappointing 1-4 with losses […]

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Hornets turn up defensive heat to crown Kings

January 17, 2019 Steve Reed | The Associated Press

CHARLOTTE (AP) — Coach James Borrego says the Charlotte Hornets can beat any team in the NBA if they bring defensive intensity. The challenge is getting that effort every game. “That’s the message right now,” Borrego […]

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