Hayward Scores 34 Points, Hornets Rout Knicks 109-88
Gordon Hayward came to Charlotte looking for an expanded role and an opportunity to turn a struggling Hornets franchise into a winner.
Basketball
Niners Add Home Game Against Belmont Abbey, Saturday
The Charlotte 49ers men’s basketball program has announced the addition of a home game this Saturday, January 9 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Belmont Abbey in Halton Arena.
Four in Double-Figures as 49ers Top Hilltoppers in Overtime
Behind four double-figure scorers and clutch free throw shooting down the stretch, the Charlotte 49ers (5-4, C-USA: 1-1) defeated the preseason Conference USA favorite WKU Hilltoppers (8-3, C-USA: 1-1), 75-71, in overtime in Halton Arena.
49ers Fall to WKU in a Tightly Contested Game
Charlotte had three players score in double-figures but the 49ers (4-4, C-USA: 0-1) fell to preseason Conference USA favorite the WKU Hilltoppers.
Three In Double-Figures As 49ers Top Colonials On The Road
Behind three double-figure scorers and a strong second-half offensive performance, the Charlotte 49ers (4-3) won their third straight game with a 66-65 win on the road over the George Washington Colonials (1-6).
Hornets Organization And Players Finding Unique Ways To Give Back To Families In Need At The Holidays
Despite a global pandemic and the NBA season starting just days before Christmas, the Hornets organization and several of its players still found unique ways to give back to families and youth in need during the holiday season.
Borrego: Hornets Have Needed Playmakers In Ball, Hayward
Hornets coach James Borrego wanted elite playmakers this offseason.
Hornets Re-Sign Biyombo; Sign Ball And 3 Other Draft Picks
The Hornets have re-signed center Bismack Biyombo and signed all four of this year’s draft picks, including first-round selection LaMelo Ball, on the eve of training camp.
Charlotte 49ers Men’s Basketball Announces 2020-21 Schedule
The Charlotte 49ers men’s basketball program, which is playing its third season under head coach Ron Sanchez, announces their 2020-21 schedule which features 14 games in Halton Arena as well as two games in the Volunteer Classic and the annual Battle for the Hornets’ Nest Trophy game against Davidson.
Charlotte Hornets Unveil New City Edition Uniform
The Charlotte Hornets revealed their new City Edition uniform for the 2020-21 NBA season on November 11th, according to a news release.
Mark Cuban Picks Up Former NBA Star Delonte West at Dallas Gas Station
Reports say Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has reached out to help former player Delonte West.
Michael Jordan To Own NASCAR Team, Signs Bubba Wallace As Driver
Denny Hamlin has joined Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan to form a NASCAR team with Bubba Wallace as the driver, a high-profile pairing of a Black majority team owner and the only Black driver at NASCAR’s top level.
Charlotte Hornets Unveil New Uniforms
The Charlotte Hornets unveiled new Association and Icon Edition uniforms to be worn starting with the 2020-21 NBA season, in association with Official Jersey Patch Partner LendingTree.
NBA, NBPA Announce Playoffs Will Resume Saturday After Agreeing To Social Initiatives
NBA players want change that makes their communities safer.
Milwaukee Bucks Boycott Game 5 To Protest Jacob Blake Shooting In Wisconsin
NBA players made their strongest statement yet against racial injustice Wednesday when the Milwaukee Bucks didn’t take the floor for their playoff game against the Orlando Magic.
Hornets, Blue Cross NC Partner To Support Project Bolt With Weekly Meal Donations
The Charlotte Hornets and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) announced they are teaming up to support Project BOLT, a nonprofit whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for marginalized citizens of the Charlotte community.
