New Orleans Hornets
NBA Sunday: Brewer Wants New Deal With Nuggets
Nuggets forward Corey Brewer will be a free agent next summer and the wing would like to remain in Denver long-term. »Read More
Brian Roberts Understands Hornets’ Role
This season’s crop of rookie guards appears to be a promising group. But while guys such as Damian Lillard, Austin Rivers, Dion Waiters and Brad Beal get all of the mainstream attention, New Orleans... »Read More
NBA AM: Vasquez Maximizing His Opportunity
Greivis Vasquez has come on in a big way for the Hornets... Eric Gordon progressing... Ricky Rubio back soon? Up close with Robert Sacre. »Read More
Hornets’ Coach Won’t Cut Rivers’ Minutes
In the past two games, New Orleans Hornets shooting guard Austin Rivers hasn’t made a shot from the field despite playing extended minutes off the bench. Rivers has combined to shoot 0-of-10 from the... »Read More
Eric Gordon Making Progress; No Timetable
New Orleans Hornets shooting guard Eric Gordon is making progress in his rehabilitation work in Los Angeles to recover from a sore right knee, according to the team. Gordon was sent to Los Angeles... »Read More
Rookie of the Year Award Not on Davis’ Mind
Entering this season, top overall pick Anthony Davis was considered the frontrunner to win the Rookie of the Year award and expected to turn around the New Orleans Hornets. However, Davis has been sidelined... »Read More
Hornets Name Change Could Impact Brand
The Pelicans? Really? The New Orleans Hornets organization is going to change their name. When Tom Benson was awarded the team in April he kept no secret of his desire to drop the Hornets... »Read More
The Pelicans Are In For A Fight
The franchise in New Orleans wants to be the Pelicans, but will it happen as smoothly as the owner would like? »Read More
Hornets Won’t Confirm Nickname Change
New Orleans Hornets spokesman Greg Bensel denied a Yahoo! Sports report that owner Tom Benson plans to change the nickname of his NBA franchise from the Hornets to Pelicans. “We’re not confirming that is... »Read More
NBA AM: Ryan Anderson The Leader
The last person who thought Ryan Anderson would earn $9 million a season, is Anderson himself. Now he's not only highly paid, he becoming one of the teams leaders... Milwaukee's Larry Sanders rebounds...... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: December 4th
The NBA rookie watch witnessed some slippage amongst the early leaders, but Lillard bounced back and Davis is still injured. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week Five
The Memphis Grizzlies stay on top but the Eastern Conference has gained significantly on the West. »Read More
Anthony Davis’ Return ‘Still Far Off’
New Orleans Hornets rookie Anthony Davis is expected to be sidelined for another week because of a stress reaction in his left ankle that has forced him to miss seven consecutive games, Coach Monty... »Read More
Smith Cites List of Hornets’ Problems
When New Orleans Hornets veteran forward Jason Smith was asked after Sunday’s practice to assess his team’s problems, he had plenty to say. “You can say it’s not a big problem and some people... »Read More
Smith Sets Good Example for Hornets
When New Orleans Hornets veteran forward Jason Smith was asked after Sunday’s practice to assess his team’s problems, he had plenty to say. He said they are not moving the ball enough offensively and too many players are putting... »Read More
NBA Statistical Anomalies: What Will Last?
The first month of the NBA season has given us a few surprises. What trends will last and which ones are fleeting? »Read More
NBA Fantasy Category MVPs
A month into the season, we look at which players are dominating the nine major fantasy hoops categories, and yes, there are some big surprises. »Read More
NBA AM: Still No Timetable For Eric Gordon
Hornets guard Eric Gordon is improving, but still no time table for his return... Jeff Green appreciates the loyalty Boston showed him... Drew Gooden and the Bucks... Brooklyn holding it down... NBA Chat at... »Read More
Mysterious Injury Keeping Gordon Out
After three weeks of intensive rehabilitation on his ailing right knee, New Orleans Hornets guard Eric Gordon said Monday night he was making progress but had no definitive timetable for a return. At the beginning of this month,... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: November 27th
While the NBA Rookie Watch waits for the return of Anthony Davis from injury, other rookies have been grabbing our attention. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Four
The Memphis Grizzlies climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with a league-best 9-2 record. »Read More
Team-by-Team Payroll Breakdown
The L.A. Lakers easily have the biggest payroll in the NBA. How do the remaining 29 teams compare? »Read More
Anthony Davis Out with Foot Injury
Hornets forward Anthony Davis is out tonight with a left foot injury and is doubtful for Indiana tomorrow. via Marc J. Spears via Twitter »Read More
Matt Carroll Waived by Hornets
Hornets waived Matt Carroll. Roster now stands at 13. via Art Garcia via Twitter »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: November 20th
We have seen some inconsistent play from NBA rookies to start the season, but has it started to impact the ROY race? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Three
The L.A. Clippers rise to the top of the rankings, edging out the powerful Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More
NBA Sunday: What’s Wrong With The Nuggets?
The Denver Nuggets entered the season thought to be Western Conference contenders, but would miss the playoffs if they started today. »Read More
Hornets to Buy Out Matt Carroll?
Word is Hornets & Matt Carroll working on buyout after CHA dealt Carroll for Hakim Warrick. Possible free-agent shooter for Lakers’ radar? via Marc Stein via Twitter »Read More
Carroll-for-Warrick Trade Complete
Hearing of a trade in the works: Matt Carroll from Charlotte to New Orleans for Hakim Warrick. Update: The trade is now official. via Marc Stein via Twitter »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: November 13th
The NBA rookie watch is currently focused on the top draft picks of this past summer. Can someone else crack the top five? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Two
The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More
Hornets Win Fueled by Davis’ Altercation
Anthony Davis let a tense shoving match affect his play all right. The New Orleans rookie, in his first game back from a concussion, showed the poise of a tested veteran after a brief but... »Read More
Fantasy Hoops: Waiver Wired
An early season look at some players potentially worthy of being scooped off your league’s waiver wire… »Read More
Anthony Davis to Return Soon?
After sitting out the previous two games with a mild concussion, New Orleans Hornets rookie forward Anthony Davis could be cleared to play for Friday night’s game against the Charlotte Bobcats, according to sources close... »Read More
NBA AM: ‘Everything’s Cool’ With The Lakers?
Jim Buss isn't ready to panic despite the Lakers' 1-4 start... Quincy Miller waiting for his opportunity with the Nuggets... Hornets let Gordon rehab knee in L.A... NBA chats at 10:30am and 3pm EST »Read More
Eric Gordon to Rehab in Los Angeles
Eric Gordon and the New Orleans Hornets have arranged for a more personalized and intensive rehab regimen that will take place in Los Angeles beginning this week and allow him to work with specialists... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: November 6th
The NBA's Rookie of the Year race is off and running. Who has jumped out to an early lead? Are there any early surprises? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week One
The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More
Vasquez Thrives as Hornets’ Lone Point Guard
Greivis Vasquez is the only point guard on the New Orleans Hornets' roster with any sort of NBA experience, and he's already making the most of it. »Read More
Williams Irritated By Concussion Policy
“When you’re dealing with the brain, I guess what’s happening in football has impacted everybody,” Williams said before the game. “He got touched up a little bit last night. That happens a lot in... »Read More
50 NBA Predictions for 2012-13 (Part 2)
Joel Brigham makes his predictions about the postseason, rookies and potential transactions in the second half of his annual 50 NBA predictions. »Read More
Eric Gordon to Return in 4 to 6 Weeks
New Orleans Hornets guard Eric Gordon told Yahoo! Sports he will be out 4-6 weeks before he can return from a lingering knee injury. Bracing for bad news, Gordon was pleased to get that... »Read More
Davis Exits Game with Possible Concussion
Anthony Davis, the overall No. 1 draft pick of the New Orleans, has left Friday night’s game against Utah and is being tested for a possible concussion and will not return. Davis had eight... »Read More
Source: Gordon Hasn’t Requested Trade
The only thing missing from the confusing saga over Eric Gordon’s mysterious knee injury is a good, old fashioned trade request. And neither Gordon nor his agent has made one, a league source told... »Read More
Eric Gordon Mum On Injury
Responding to a question of whether the latest MRI indicated damage, Gordon said: “That’s the reason why I’m not playing. The past three days I’ve been practicing because I thought it would be something... »Read More
NBA AM: Harden Explodes For The Rockets
James Harden put on a show in his Rockets debut... Terrence Jones is ready to be a pro... Some Extensions got done... Dell Demps denies Eric Gordon has one foot out in New Orleans...... »Read More
Popovich High On Austin Rivers
Now 20, Rivers stands poised to make his first NBA start against the team with which his father finished his playing career in 1995-96. “He hasn’t even touched the surface yet, as far as... »Read More
Ranking the Western Conference
With the preseason in the books, HOOPSWORLD ranks the NBA's Western Conference teams. »Read More
Anthony Davis the next Tim Duncan?
The long arms are the same, and so is the stoic facade. The most anticipated rookie in the NBA this season combines a superstar’s skill set with a 12th-man’s work ethic, and a capacity... »Read More
Fantasy Hoops: The Uncertain List
HOOPSWORLD wants to lend a helping hand by breaking down players who present uncertain numbers. Fantasy owners need to take a good, long look at the risks before drafting these players. »Read More
Anthony Davis Stays True to Himself
The 6-foot-10 Davis brings a Tim Duncan-like persona to the NBA. The humble big man goes about his business without showmanship or trash talking. He’s as content with a bank shot or a layup... »Read More
Austin Rivers Sprains Ankle Again
LeBron James twisted his right ankle, got kicked in the face and missed two dunks. Austin Rivers sprained his right ankle for the second time in four days, falling backward in highly awkward fashion.... »Read More
NBA PM: Eric Gordon’s Injury Issue
Eric Gordon confronting ongoing injury issues ... Randy Wittman seeks consistency ... Tyson Chandler latest Knick injury casualty »Read More
New Orleans Hornets’ Cornerstones in Place?
The New Orleans Hornets are in a rebuilding state heading in to the 2012-13 season but, by all accounts, the groundwork currently being laid is looking rock solid. »Read More
NBA PM: Anthony Davis Relishes The Challenge
New Orleans Hornets rookie Anthony Davis is taking the NBA challenge head-on ... An epitaph for the center-driven NBA ... George Karl says 82-game season will hone his young team ... »Read More
Austin Rivers Sprains Ankle
New Orleans guard Austin Rivers said he expects to be ready for the start of the regular season after the Hornets rookie sprained his right ankle in a preseason game Monday night. Rivers did... »Read More
Davis Turning into Dirk-Like Threat?
Through three weeks into the preseason, New Orleans Hornets rookie Anthony Davis has progressed so rapidly that Coach Monty Williams has used him at multiple positions and has run set plays designed to take... »Read More
Gordon Sidelined with Lack of Conditioning
Despite missing all of training camp with a sore right knee, New Orleans Hornets Coach Monty Williams had hopes of guard Eric Gordon being ready to play in a couple of preseason games before... »Read More
NBA Sunday: Ryan Anderson Searching for Niche
Ryan Anderson was the New Orleans Hornets’ marquee free agent signing, but the forward has been struggling to find his groove with the team. »Read More
NBA PM: Who Survives the Cut?
NBA Teams can carry up to 15 players into the regular season. Who will make it past training camp to opening night? »Read More
Anthony Davis to Log Regular SF Minutes?
On the surface, it would appear that players such as Al-Farouq Aminu and rookie Darius Miller would be the team’s primary option this season at the small forward position, or even veteran acquisition Ryan... »Read More
Jason Smith Suffers Another Injury
Just one day after returning to contact work after missing time with a sore back, New Orleans Hornets forward Jason Smith sustained a left shoulder injury Tuesday during a five-on-five scrimmage drill that required... »Read More
Austin Rivers Could Become ‘Total Player’?
The two questions about (Austin) Rivers before the draft were what position he’d play – point guard or shooting guard – and whether his cocky persona was a plus or a minus. (Hornets coach... »Read More
Teams Interested in Eddy Curry
Even in the event Eddy Curry doesn’t make the Spurs, word is he’s played well enough to have drawn interest from several teams, which are supposedly keeping tabs on him. Then again, Curry no longer... »Read More
Report: Hornets Release Morrison
The New Orleans Hornets on Monday will release free-agent forward Dominique Morrison, a league source sasid, reducing their roster to 16. Morrison did not play in Sunday’s 85-80 exhibition win in Mexico City against... »Read More
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