Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Today officially marks the end of the road for me at The Charlotte Observer. It's been a fun ride. Thanks again to all who followed along, especially the loyal readers and subscribers. - 30 - 3110
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Today's roster move: #Hornets signed guard Bez Mbeng. 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Kobe Stewart has been waived. Roster back down to 20. 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Today's roster move: Upon waiving Jarkell Joiner, #Hornets have signed guard/forward Kobe Stewart to an Exhibit 10 deal. 000
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Today's roster move: After waiving Kyle Mangus, #Hornets signed guard Jarkel Joiner to an Exhibit 10 contract. #nbasky 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Today's roster move: Upon waiving Townsend, the #Hornets signed guard Kyle Mangas It's an Exhibit 10 deal as well, per league sources. #nbasky 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 01/09/2026The Greensboro Swarm have announced Mike Pires as their new General Manager and Zach Peterson as the team's head coach. Pires worked with Jeff Peterson in Brooklyn. #nbasky 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 01/09/2026More back end roster work: After releasing Allick today, #Hornets have signed Trey Townsend. It's an Exhibit 10 contract, per league sources. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 31/08/2026#Hornets are signing Josiah Allick to an Exhibit 10 contract, league sources told @theobserver. Move gives Charlotte his G League rights with the Greensboro Swarm. Roster is up to 21 as back end work starts to ramp up with training camp a month away. #nbasky 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 25/08/2026What should we expect from the #Hornets? Caught up with Brandon Miller to get his take, an update on his rehab after surgery, evolving into a leader and more. Another exclusive. #nbasky 🆓️🎁🔗 www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comBrandon Miller gives update on rehab, Hornets’ prospects for 2026-27 NBA seasonHe spoke exclusively to The Charlotte Observer about where things stand with his health and expectations for Charlotte’s new-look team. 240
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Went 1- on-1 with Ice Cube to get his take on bringing the Big3 back to Charlotte, his favorite Hornet/Bobcat of all time, what it will be like to work with Chris Tucker on the final "Friday" and more. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comWho is Ice Cube's favorite Charlotte Hornet? Big3 founder on hoops, Chris TuckerBig3 basketball league co-founder Ice Cube chats about Charlotte Hornets, league strength during Big3 finale in Charlotte NC on August 22. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 14/08/2026#Hornets are acquiring Dennis Schroder and cash from Cleveland for Tre Mann, league sources confirm. Hornets needed a backup point guard and they landed one with Schroder. 050
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 13/08/2026What do the NBA schedule makers think of this year's version of the #Hornets? Key takeaways from Charlotte's 2026-27 schedule. www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comAre the Charlotte Hornets primetime worthy? Takeaways from 2026-27 NBA scheduleThe NBA released the Hornets’ full schedule on Thursday, revealing the date Naz Reid returns to Minnesota, and when LaMelo Ball comes back to Charlotte. 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 12/08/2026TV news: WSOC and TV64 will serve as the broadcast home for all non-nationally televised #Hornets games for 2026-27 season. www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comFree TV? Hornets announce huge shift in broadcast partner for 2026-27 NBA seasonThe Charlotte Hornets needed a new TV deal after FanDuel Sports Network ceased operations. Here’s where to catch their games this season. 3104
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 07/08/2026The annual Grant Williams basketball camp wrapped up today with everything from a financial literacy class to special visits from several #Hornets teammates. Here's video of Grant speaking to me about what it all means. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316806966.htmlcharlotteobserver.comGrant Williams Family Foundation hosts 4th annual basketball campThe Grant Williams Family Foundation (GWFF) is holding its fourth annual basketball camp, with an emphasis on teaching life skills alongside on-court instruction. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 07/08/2026#Hornets have agreed to terms with Kobe Stewart on an Exhibit 10 contract, according to his agents Sam Cipriano and Keith Kreiter at Edge Sports. Versatile 6-foot-7 wing started in 17 games in the G League as a rookie for Austin and Wisconsin, and also suited up for Milwaukee's summer league team. 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Naz Reid already has his own expectations. In Reid's first comments about the trade to the #Hornets for LaMelo Ball, we discuss how he found out he got dealt, thoughts on new teammates, playing for Charles Lee and more #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comExclusive: Naz Reid opens up on trade to Hornets, next chapter after MinnesotaVeteran big man sat down with The Observer in first interview since being dealt to Charlotte by Timberwolves for star guard LaMelo Ball. 0151
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Spoke with Coby White today about #Hornets offseason, additions of Naz Reid, Grayson Allen and more. Why Coby thinks Hornets will "surprise a lot of people." #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comWhy Coby White thinks Hornets ‘can surprise a lot of people’ in 2026-27In an interview with The Charlotte Observer, expectations for the Hornets from the veteran guard are pretty clear. 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 30/07/2026#Hornets have officially waived Mo Gueye, who was acquired in the four-team trade that sent LaMelo and Josh Green to Minnesota for Naz Reid. More roster trimming is necessary. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 27/07/2026#Hornets preseason fever. Catch the excitement. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comHornets release full preseason schedule: Here’s when Charlotte’s new look debutsThe 2026-27 season marks Hornets’ first without either LaMelo Ball or Miles Bridges in eight years. 120
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 23/07/2026"I love where our versatility and depth is," Charles Lee told me. "I think that we’re going to be able to play a lot of different ways now." 🆓️🎁🔗 www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charlotte-hornets/article316551057.html?giftCode=c8362b79f4c4807f82ee12f230d51f6089ca86f440d648bfb3075d13d13288c8charlotteobserver.comWhy Charles Lee is bullish on Hornets’ roster mixing newcomers and returneesCharlotte’s head coach spoke with The Observer about Hannes Steinbach, Christian Anderson, Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel and Tidjane Salaün. 130
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 21/07/2026What's Charles Lee's reaction to trading LaMelo and Miles Bridges? How will the offense look with Coby White? Thoughts on the additions of Naz Reid, Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale? An exclusive with the #Hornets coach. www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charlotte-hornets/article316551002.htmlcharlotteobserver.comWhat’s Charles Lee’s reaction to LaMelo Ball-Naz Reid trade, Hornets’ offseason?Charlotte’s head coach Charles Lee spoke exclusively to The Charlotte Observer about a number of topics. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Takeaways from the #Hornets summer league run in Las Vegas. With thoughts from Hannes Steinbach and Blaine Mueller. (🆓️ 🎁 🔗) www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/artic...charlotteobserver.comWhat should we take away from Hornets’ NBA Las Vegas Summer League run?Charlotte concluded 2026 stay in the desert with a 92-90 loss to Memphis Grizzlies. 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 13/07/2026#Hornets are ESPY Award finalists. Here's what they are up for and when it will be announced. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comThe Hornets are ESPY finalists. Here’s what earned them a chance at the awardThe Charlotte Hornets face competition from NFL’s Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns and the WNBA’s Seattle Storm. 110
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 13/07/2026Spoke with Michael Ajayi and Blaine Mueller after last night's game to see how the #Hornets are trying to set Ajayi up for success. Turns out a recent conversation between the two was pretty noteworthy. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/artic...charlotteobserver.comHow Charlotte Hornets are setting up Michael Ajayi for long-term successFormer Butler standout signed two-way contract with Hornets and already leaving an impression on Charlotte coaching staff. 000
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 12/07/2026"It's kind of like a fight," rookie Christian Anderson said. Taking a look at what stood out the most in #Hornets Las Vegas Summer League loss to New Orleans. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/artic...charlotteobserver.comWhat stood out most in Hornets’ NBA Summer League loss to New Orleans“It’s kind of like a fight,” Charlotte rookie Christian Anderson said. 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 11/07/2026Takeaways from Jeff Peterson's discussion why #Hornets traded LaMelo and more. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comWhy did Hornets trade star LaMelo Ball? Jeff Peterson finally explains reasoningCharlotte’s president of basketball operations detailed the decision to send former face of franchise to Minnesota for Naz Reid, picks. 120
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Officially official. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comHornets complete trade sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota for Naz Reid and draft picksStar guard LeMelo Ball played six seasons in Charlotte and was coming off healthiest season since 2022. 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 10/07/2026What we learned in #Hornets Las Vegas NBA Summer League opener. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comWhat we learned in Hornets’ Las Vegas NBA Summer League openerCharlotte’s win featured first opportunity to see 2026 NBA draftees Christian Anderson and Hannes Steinbach in game action. 000
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 07/07/2026What the newest #Hornets are saying about defending Las Vegas Summer League championship. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comWhat the Hornets are saying about defending summer league championshipCharlotte begins its quest to repeat when it takes on the Orlando Magic on Thursday at Cox Pavilion. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 06/07/2026#Hornets officially announce the signings of Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson. 240
Reposted by Rod BooneThe Charlotte Observer @charlotteobserver.com · 03/07/2026Arrival leaves Hornets with 17 players on standard contracts and maximum of 15 are allowed during regular-season.bit.lyCharlotte Hornets acquire veteran, more draft picks in deal with Houston RocketsArrival leaves Hornets with 17 players on standard contracts and maximum of 15 are allowed during regular-season. 001
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Story on #Hornets summer league particulars: Roster, game dates and times. #nbasky www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comWho will help the Hornets defend summer league championship? Here’s the rosterCharlotte tips off its NBA Las Vegas Summer League schedule on July 9 against the Orlando Magic. Here’s who will be playing. 010
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 01/07/2026NBA Cup pairings. #Hornets are in Group C and will host Boston and Chicago. #nbasky 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 30/06/2026NBA salary cap figures are here. The league's 2026-27 fiscal year has arrived. 030
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 29/06/2026#Hornets are picking up the $3.8 million team option on Pat Connaughton's contract, league sources told @theobserver. The veteran was a huge voice in the locker room this past season and Charlotte even brought him back after he got caught in a roster crunch at trade deadline. 0110
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 28/06/2026#Hornets to trade Miles Bridges to Phoenix Suns, turning page on another chapter. www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charl...charlotteobserver.comHornets to trade Miles Bridges to Phoenix Suns, turning page on another chapterDeal comes just three days after Charlotte agreed to send LaMelo Ball to Minnesota for Naz Reid and draft pick compensation. 020
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 28/06/2026#Hornets are trading Miles Bridges along with a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-round pick to Phoenix for Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and a 2033 first-round pick, league sources confirm. 263
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Kemba told me he was part of the pre-draft workouts for Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson. Thoughts on the duo and his message to #Hornets fans. www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charlotte-hornets/article316164078.html?giftCode=183e0f6dfffb472b1d2eef4970990099922f6faf7aa294ff4dcaff8b3d054949charlotteobserver.comWhy Kemba Walker is excited about Hornets’ future, 2026 NBA Draft additionsCharlotte’s player enhancement coach spoke to The Charlotte Observer during grand opening of The Kemba Walker Sports Academy in Concord. 140
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Kemba Walker officially opening up his sports academy in Concord. He's beaming. 0101
Rod Boone @rodboone.bsky.social · 26/06/2026#Hornets summer league schedule: July 9: vs Orlando 7:30 p.m. ET, Prime July 11: vs. New Orleans 4 p.m ET, ESPN July 12: vs. Boston 5 p.m. ET, ESPN2 July 15: vs. Milwaukee 7:30 p.m. ET, Prime 000
